godan verb (-su), intransitive verb, transitive verb
step forward; step forth; advance
Literally or figuratively taking a step forward; often used for making a move or advancing into a new situation.
彼は一歩前に踏み出した。
He stepped forward one step.
新しい世界に踏
You need courage to step into a new world.
godan verb (-su), intransitive verb, transitive verb
start; embark on; set forth on; take steps toward
Metaphorical use: beginning a new endeavor, project, or phase; often implies a decisive first action.
会社を辞めて独立への道を踏み出した。
I quit my job and took the first step toward independence.
政府は改革に踏み出す決意を固めた。
The government resolved to embark on reforms.