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[に(二)·の·あし(足)]
ninoashi
expression, noun

English Meaning(s) for 二の足

expression, noun
  1. second step
  2. hesitation
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Definition and Synonyms for 二の足

Hesitation indecision in speech or action
Synonyms: ためらい, ためらう, 二の足, 躊躇, 迷い, 迷う
Hesitancy a feeling of diffidence and indecision about doing something
Synonyms: ためらい, ためらう, 二の足, 躊躇

Meanings for each kanji in 二の足

» two; two radical (no.2)
» leg; foot; be sufficient; counter for pairs of footwear

Categories 二の足 is a member of

Irresolution doubt concerning two or more possible alternatives or courses of action
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Diffidence lack of self-confidence
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Sample Sentences for 二の足

He is thinking it over.
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