Today we talk about something that you might take for granted . You might not them or appreciate their value and worth . We just expect them to be there when we need them . But our feet are important . And they have managed to walk right into many English expressions . Let's talk about some . First , let's put our best foot forward . This means you act in the best possible way to show your best possible self . Sometimes we do this to impress others . But sometimes we just want to do the best job we can or be the best person we can . At work , people who put their best foot forward , work fast and do the job well . Here's another foot expression : To start off on the right foot . If something starts off on the right foot , it means it starts off in a good way . For example , you can start your day off on the right foot . You can start a class off on the right foot . For example , when you are starting a new job , you want to start off on the right foot with your new coworkers . And if you have a new boyfriend or girlfriend , you really want to start off on the right foot with their parents . Maybe you just met a new friend . You also want to get off on the right foot with their group of friends . All of this means that you want to leave a good impression -- especially when you first meet . In fact , we have a special saying about that : “You don't get a second chance to make a first impression .” If you make a bad first impression , you have started off on the wrong foot . And it is harder to repair relationships when they start off poorly . Also , it is harder to get a project back on track if it started on the wrong foot . Some word experts say that ancient superstitions thought that the right foot was luckier than the left . So , it was good luck to start off with the right foot instead of the left . Now let's hear two friends use some of these expressions . You look great ! Is that a new business suit ? I've had this suit for years . But I think I've gained some weight during the pandemic . Well , it DOES look a little tight . Maybe try unbuttoning the jacket . So , where are you going all dressed up ? Today I start a new job … in a new office … with new people . That's a big deal . I mean we've all been working from home for more than a year . Tell me about it ! It feels strange to wear a suit . But with my new job ... I REALLY want to start off on the right foot . You know what they say : You don't get a second chance to make a first impression . In that case , maybe you should wear REAL shoes . It's hard to put your best foot forward wearing your house slippers . I'm wearing slippers ! I have to go all the way back home and get my shoes . Now , I'll be late ! Looks like you have to choose : Start off on the wrong foot by showing up late or by wearing slippers . Hmm … You know , maybe no one will notice my footwear . But my boss will definitely notice if I'm late . so , I guess … slippers it is ! Just stay at your desk as much as you can .