World Languages Lexicon
10 Language-to-English Dictionariesritardo
Pronunciation / Transliteration: ritardo
"Il ritardo del comitato ha frustrato molti membri."
Comprehensive Definitions & Senses
2 senses- 1
The act of delaying or being slow to act, often due to reluctance or unwillingness.
"The committee's foot-dragging on the proposal frustrated many members." - 2
A deliberate slowing down of progress or action, often in a political or bureaucratic context.
"The foot-dragging in negotiations led to a stalemate."
Thesaurus & Semantic Spectrum
Linguistic Origin & Historical Etymology
The term 'foot-dragging' is derived from the literal action of dragging one's feet, which has been used metaphorically since the early 20th century to describe reluctance or delay in taking action. The phrase combines 'foot,' from Old English 'fōt,' and 'dragging,' from the Old Norse 'draga,' meaning to pull or draw.
Which of the following is the closest synonym for "Foot-dragging"?
10 Global Lexicons: How "Foot-dragging" is said worldwide
Click any language below to open its dedicated Language to English dictionary page with native script & transliteration
traînage de pieds
Transliteration: traînage de pieds
"Le traînage de pieds du comité a frustré de nombreux membres."
Zögerlichkeit
Transliteration: Zögerlichkeit
"Die Zögerlichkeit des Ausschusses frustrierte viele Mitglieder."
ritardo
Transliteration: ritardo
"Il ritardo del comitato ha frustrato molti membri."
retraso
Transliteration: retraso
"El retraso del comité frustró a muchos miembros."
atraso
Transliteration: atraso
"O atraso do comitê frustrou muitos membros."
पैर खींचना
Transliteration: pair kheenchna
"समिति का पैर खींचना कई सदस्यों को निराश करता है।"
拖延
Transliteration: tuōyán
"委员会的拖延让许多成员感到沮丧。"
발을 끌다
Transliteration: bal-eul geulda
"위원회의 발을 끌다 많은 회원들을 실망시켰습니다."
足を引きずる
Transliteration: ashi o hikizuru
"委員会の足を引きずることは多くのメンバーを失望させました。"
Related Vocabulary Words to Explore
View all Italian termsA voltage level that is lower than the standard voltage used in electrical systems, typically used for safety in low-power applications.
The difference in electric potential between two points, measured in volts.
A term used in German to denote a specific type of entity or concept.
Explore Nuanced Synonyms for "Foot-dragging"
Discover exact matches, context-specific alternatives, and antonyms with intensity ratings in the VocabDictionary Thesaurus.
Enhance Your Writing & Grammar Precision
Linguistic Origins & Word Stories
View all stories →How Are Palisade Cells Adapted for Photosynthesis (and Why Are They Called 'Palisade')?
Palisade mesophyll cells are column-shaped, densely packed with chloroplasts, and positioned near the leaf's upper surface to maximize light absorption for photosynthesis. Their name comes from the French word for a defensive fence of wooden stakes, referencing their tightly aligned, upright cellular structure.
What is a SLOT SWOT Analysis and How Do You Actually Do One?
A SLOT SWOT analysis is an expanded strategic planning framework that blends personal or organizational 'SLOT' (Strengths, Limitations, Opportunities, Threats) metrics with traditional 'SWOT' dynamics. It provides a granular approach to evaluating internal capabilities against external market realities.