footstep in French
footstep in French is empreinte, trace de pas, bruit de pas — footstep means the sound or mark made by a step while walking.
footstep in French
empreinte
The mark or impression left by a foot; a track.
trace de pas
The mark or impression left by a foot; a track.
bruit de pas
A step, as in a stair.
marche
A step, as in a stair.
pas
A step, as in a stair.
enjambée
The distance between one foot and the next when walking; a pace.
pas
The distance between one foot and the next when walking; a pace.
marche
The act of taking a step.
What does "footstep" mean?
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noun The sound or mark made by a step while walking.
"She heard footsteps approaching in the hallway."
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noun A path or example set by someone earlier (figurative, usually "follow in someone's footsteps").
"He followed in his father's footsteps and became a doctor."
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footstep in a sentence
- She heard footsteps approaching in the hallway.
- He followed in his father's footsteps and became a doctor.
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What is "footstep" in French?
"footstep" in French is empreinte, trace de pas, bruit de pas. footstep means: The sound or mark made by a step while walking.
How do you use "footstep" in a sentence?
Example: "She heard footsteps approaching in the hallway." In French, "footstep" is empreinte, trace de pas, bruit de pas.
Are there other ways to say "footstep" in French?
Yes — French has 6 translations listed for "footstep": empreinte, trace de pas, bruit de pas, marche, pas, enjambée.
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