watch your step

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Can I say,(A) You had better watch your step with him if you do not want trouble. What does it mean " watch you step"?

Pucca · Accepted Answer

I think it means "to be careful" <img class='emoticon' style='Width:19px;Height:19px;' data-delaysrc='https://uat-englishforward-forums-backend.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/Emoticons/1.gif' src='https://uat-englishforward-forums-backend.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/Emoticons/1.gif' alt='Emotion: smile'/>

Philip · Answer

PuccaI think it means "to be careful"

Right. If people are walking on a slippery surface, someone might say "watch your step" = watch where you place your feet. By extension, the same expression can be used in other situations.

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