Chinese
jiǎobù
Meaning: footstep; pace
Part of Speech: Noun

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Example sentences

他加快腳步,想趕上前面的人。
他加快脚步,想赶上前面的人。
He quickened his pace, wanting to catch up with the person in front.
我們必須加快腳步,否則趕不上火車。
We must speed up our pace, or we won't catch the train.
他放緩了腳步,欣賞路邊的風景。
He slowed his pace to enjoy the scenery along the road.
沒有人能阻擋歷史前進的腳步。
No one can stop the footsteps of history.
許多年輕人立志追隨那位偉大科學家的腳步。
Many young people are determined to follow in the footsteps of that great scientist.

Usage Notes

Can refer to the sound of walking or the speed/stride of movement.

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