Have feet of clay In english explanation

The meaning, explanation, definition and origin of the idiom/phrase "have feet of clay", English Idiom Dictionary ( also found in Vietnamese )

author Caroline Tran calendar 2020-12-08 04:12

Meaning of Have feet of clay

Synonyms:

character flaw , weak point , underlying weakness , weak spot

Have feet of clay formal phrase

A hidden flaw or weakness in a person's character

Peter was disappointed to find out his idol has her feet of clay.

Nobody is perfect because we all have our own feet of clay.

Other phrases about:

The pot calling the kettle black

Used to describe a situation in which people criticize and blame someone else for a fault, mistake or weakness that they also have themselves

besetting sin

A particular weakness or bad feature

Confession is good for the soul

Confessing your sins is a good way to release stress and guilt.

not put a foot wrong

To not make any mistakes

Grammar and Usage of Have feet of clay

Verb Forms

  • had feet of clay
  • has feet of clay
  • having feet of clay

The verb "have" should be conjugated according to its tense.

Origin of Have feet of clay

The phrase originated in the Bible.

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