Play GamesMy progressVocabulary testSettings
en English es español fr française it italiano de deutsche ja 日本語 pl polski cs česky sv svenska tr Türkçe nl Nederlands

Please, sign up or log in to not lose your learning progress!

Explaining "Put your best foot forward"

Reviewed and edited by Anwar Kareem 29/09/2024, 16:20
English.me team member

What does it mean?

Put your best foot forward

The phrase "Put your best foot forward" means to make the best possible impression or to try your hardest.

Tone

Encouraging

Origin

The origin of the phrase dates back to the 16th century and was popularized in English literature, suggesting the idea of leading with one's best or most advantageous foot to show effort or to create a good impression.

Examples of usage

  • At the job interview, remember to put your best foot forward.
  • When starting any new project, it’s important to put your best foot forward and give it your all.
  • He always puts his best foot forward when meeting new people.

Recommended posts in Phrases

First come, first served

First come, first served

The phrase "First come, first served" means that people will ... Learn more →

Hindsight is always twenty-twenty

Hindsight is always twenty-twenty

The phrase "Hindsight is always twenty-twenty" means that it's easy ... Learn more →

Never look a gift horse in the mouth

Never look a gift horse in the mouth

The phrase means you should not criticize or inspect a ... Learn more →

Denial is not a river in Egypt

Denial is not a river in Egypt

The phrase "Denial is not a river in Egypt" is ... Learn more →