BBC Learning English - The English We Speak
cold feet
- In English, when we say we've got cold feet we mean we lack the confidence or courage to do something.
Mary knew Tony had bought her engagement ring and was planning to propose on Valentine's Day. She just hoped he wouldn't get cold feet before then.
The company directors were getting cold feet about a deal which could make or break their business.
to cut your teeth
- When you 'cut your teeth' you get your first experience doing something in a particular job.
- 'to cut your teeth' means to acquire initial practice or experience in a particular job or activity. We could say it's where you get your basic skills.
Dan cut his teeth on a local newspaper before landing a job on a national daily.
He cut his teeth running the junior football club before becoming a professional referee.
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