Set foot Meaning in English

expression

US

ˈsɛt/ /ˈfʊt

SET FOOT

UK

sˈɛt/ /fˈʊt

SET FOOT

Definition

To enter or go into a place, usually for the first time, by physically placing your foot there.

Usage & Nuances

Always used in the negative or when emphasizing the action: 'never set foot', 'the first time I set foot'. Slightly formal and often for places, not small objects. Don't use for simply walking inside casually—it's more significant.

• Spanish: poner un pie - pisar
• Portuguese (BR): pisar - pôr os pés
• Portuguese (PT): pisar - pôr os pés
• Chinese (Simplified): 踏足 - 踏进
• Chinese (Traditional): 踏足 - 踏進
• Hindi: कदम रखना
• Arabic: يضع قدمه
• Bengali: পা রাখা - প্রবেশ করা (প্রথমবার) - পদার্পণ করা
• Russian: ступать - переступать порог - появляться (впервые)
• Japanese: 足を踏み入れる
• Vietnamese: đặt chân
• Korean: 발을 들이다
• Turkish: adım atmak
• Urdu: قدم رکھنا
• Indonesian: menginjakkan kaki

Example Sentences

He has never set foot in a foreign country.

basic

This is the first time I set foot in this building.

basic

No one is allowed to set foot beyond this gate.

basic

She promised never to set foot in that restaurant again.

natural

After the accident, he refused to set foot on a plane.

natural

Can you believe I've never set foot on a boat?

natural