Instep Meaning in English
word
ˈɪnˌstɛp
IN-step
ɪnstˈɛp
in-STEP
Definition
The instep is the top central part of your foot, between the ankle and the toes.
Usage & Nuances
Common term in medicine, sports (e.g., soccer: 'kick with the instep'), and footwear fitting. Not to be confused with the 'sole' (bottom of the foot) or 'arch' (the curved part underneath).
Spanish: empeine (del pie)Portuguese (BR): peito do péPortuguese (PT): peito do péChinese (Simplified): 足背Chinese (Traditional): 足背Hindi: पैर का ऊपरी भागArabic: مشط القدمBengali: পায়ের পিঠRussian: подъём стопыJapanese: 足の甲Vietnamese: mu bàn chânKorean: 발등Turkish: ayak sırtıUrdu: پیر کا اوپر والا حصہIndonesian: mu bàn chân
Example Sentences
My shoe hurts the instep of my foot.
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She has a tattoo on her instep.
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A footballer can kick the ball with the instep.
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Tight socks put too much pressure on my instep.
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The doctor checked my instep for bruising after I twisted my ankle.
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Those shoes are great for people with a high instep.
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