Meaning of the word "follow in someone's footsteps" in English
What does "follow in someone's footsteps" mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.
follow in someone's footsteps
US /ˈfɑl.oʊ ɪn ˈsʌm.wʌnz ˈfʊt.steps/
UK /ˈfɒl.əʊ ɪn ˈsʌm.wʌnz ˈfʊt.steps/
Idiom
to do the same work or achieve the same success as someone else before you, especially a parent or other family member
Example:
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She decided to follow in her mother's footsteps and become a doctor.
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He's trying to follow in his father's footsteps as a lawyer.