B1 — Intermediate😤 Emotions
Avere i piedi per terra
To be down-to-earth
Literal Translation
"To have feet on the ground"
What it means
To be realistic and practical in one's approach to life
Example in context
"Nonostante il successo ha sempre i piedi per terra."
"Despite his success he always has his feet on the ground."
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