Barefoot: meaning, definitions and examples

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barefoot

 

[ หˆbษ›ษ™rหŒfสŠt ]

Adjective / Adverb
Context #1 | Adjective

without shoes

Barefoot means being without any shoes or footwear. This term often evokes a sense of freedom and a connection with nature. Many cultures celebrate going barefoot as a symbol of simplicity and natural living. In certain contexts, such as yoga or at the beach, being barefoot can enhance the experience. The feeling of grass, sand, or soil under one's feet is often described as grounding.

Synonyms

bare, naked-footed, unshod

Examples of usage

  • I prefer to walk barefoot on the grass.
  • He practiced yoga barefoot to feel more connected to the earth.
  • Children often enjoy running barefoot in the summer.
  • Going barefoot at the beach is a joyful experience.
Context #2 | Adverb

without shoes

As an adverb, barefoot describes the action of performing something without wearing shoes. This usage emphasizes the natural state of one's feet during the activity. Practicing sports or leisure activities barefoot is common in various cultures, promoting a feeling of freedom. The sensation of the ground beneath bare feet can enhance certain experiences.

Synonyms

barefooted, unshod

Examples of usage

  • She danced barefoot on the sandy shore.
  • He jogged barefoot to improve his foot strength.
  • They walked barefoot through the autumn leaves.

Translations

Translations of the word "barefoot" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น descalรงo

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เคจเค‚เค—เฅ‡ เคชเฅˆเคฐ

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช barfuรŸ

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ telanjang kaki

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ะฑะพัะพะฝั–ะถ

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ bosonogi

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ่ฃธ่ถณ

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท pieds nus

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ descalzo

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท รงฤฑplak ayak

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ๋งจ๋ฐœ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ุญุงููŠ ุงู„ู‚ุฏู…ูŠู†

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ naboso

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ bosรฝ

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ่ตค่„š

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ bosi

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ barfรฆtt

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ะฐัา› ะบะธั–ะผัั–ะท

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒจแƒ˜แƒจแƒ•แƒ”แƒšแƒ˜ แƒคแƒ”แƒฎแƒ”แƒ‘แƒ˜

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ รงฤฑplaq ayaq

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ descalzo

Etymology

The word 'barefoot' originates from the Middle English term 'berfote,' which comes from Old English 'bรฆrfลt' (combining 'bรฆr' meaning 'bare' and 'fลt' meaning 'foot'). This term has deep roots in English history and reflects various cultural attitudes toward the act of being unshod. Historically, going barefoot was often associated with poverty and simplicity, but it also symbolized a return to nature and a more organic lifestyle. As societies evolved, the meaning of being barefoot transformed, representing a carefree attitude and a connection to the earth. The concept has been embraced in various movements related to natural living, fitness, and holistic practices. Today, 'barefoot' is used not only to describe physical state but also in larger contexts such as philosophy and lifestyle choices.