Pies (en. Feet)

/pjes/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishSpanish
noun
The extremities of the human body used for walking.
My feet are tired after walking all day.
Mis pies están cansados después de caminar todo el día.
Part of the body that supports the weight of the body and allows movement.
It is important to take care of our foot health.
Es importante cuidar la salud de nuestros pies.
A unit of measure equivalent to twelve inches.
The room is ten feet wide.
La habitación mide diez pies de ancho.

Etymology

From Latin 'pes', 'pedis', which means 'foot'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

to be on one's feet
To be standing or upright.
estar en los pies
to take a step forward
To take the initiative or move forward.
dar un paso al frente
to stand firm
To remain firm or not fall.
tenerse en pie

Related Words

shoe
Footwear used to protect the feet.
zapato
sock
Clothing item worn on the feet.
calcetín
sole
The bottom part of the foot that touches the ground.
plantar

Slang Meanings

Legs
Look at those legs run.
Mira esas patas como corren.
Feet
That guy has big feet...
Ese chico tiene unos pies grandes...