Foothold
01
足掛かり, 第一歩
an early achievement paves the way for future progress
例
Her first published article provided a foothold for a successful writing career.
彼女の最初に出版された記事は、成功した作家としてのキャリアのための足がかりを提供した。
02
足場, 支点
a place providing support for the foot in standing or climbing
03
橋頭堡, 拠点
an area in hostile territory that has been captured and is held awaiting further troops and supplies
