This is the 9972nd most frequent Japanese word.
足場
"足場" means "scaffolding" or "foothold/platform" in English.
In this sentence, 足場 refers to physical scaffolding used as a structure to perform tasks at height, especially in construction or repair work.
作業をするための足場を組み立てました。
We assembled scaffolding for work.
Here, 足場 metaphorically represents the base or foundation that supports his success, indicating reliance on relationships.
彼の成功は友情が足場となっています。
His success is grounded in the foundation of friendship.
足場 in this context means a position or a base for performing an action, serving as a surface or opportunity.