Step in it Meaning in English
expression
ˈstɛp/ /ˈɪn/, /ɪn/ /ˈɪt/, /ɪt
STEP-in-it
stˈɛp/ /ˈɪn/ /ˈɪt
STEP-in-it
Definition
To accidentally make a mistake or say something embarrassing that causes trouble or discomfort for yourself.
Usage & Nuances
Informal and often humorous. 'Step in it' typically refers to saying something socially awkward, embarrassing, or tactless. Common in American English. Can be used after making an embarrassing mistake, especially in conversation.
Spanish: meter la pataPortuguese (BR): pisar na bolaPortuguese (PT): meter o pé na argolaChinese (Simplified): 惹麻烦 - 说错话Chinese (Traditional): 惹麻煩 - 說錯話Hindi: गलती करना (मौखिक रूप से)Arabic: تورط في موقف محرجBengali: বিপাকে পড়া - বিব্রতকর পরিস্থিতিতে পড়াRussian: оплошать - вляпатьсяJapanese: うっかり失言する - へまをするVietnamese: làm lỡ lời - gây ra sự khó xửKorean: 실수하다 - 눈치 없이 말하다Turkish: pot kırmak - gaf yapmakUrdu: گڑبڑ کرنا - شرمندگی اٹھاناIndonesian: berbuat salah - keceplosan
Example Sentences
I really stepped in it when I called her by the wrong name.
basic
He stepped in it by making a joke about the boss.
basic
Be careful not to step in it during the meeting.
basic
Well, I really stepped in it that time—everyone went silent!
natural
You totally stepped in it bringing up her ex.
natural
Whenever I try to be funny, I end up stepping in it somehow.
natural