Speakur

Word Pronunciation & Dictionary

on the wrong foot

Word Rarity Uncommon

Frequency: Zipf frequency 4.75 in modern English

Syllables
on the wrong -foot
IPA
24
Scrabble Score
14
Letters
2
Syllables
9
Unique Chars

Meaning

prep_phrase

In a state of misunderstanding or inadvertent poor relationship with someone.

prep_phrase

In a disadvantaged situation, or following a mistaken course of action.

Example Sentences

Phrases

wrong-foot start off on the wrong foot

Frequently Paired Words

wrong-foot start off on the wrong foot

Antonyms

on the right foot

Questions

What does on the wrong foot mean?
In a state of misunderstanding or inadvertent poor relationship with someone.

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