This is the 15123rd most frequent Korean word.
밟는
"밟는" means "stepping on" or "treading."
In this sentence, '밟는' is used to mean 'to tread on' or 'to step onto,' metaphorically referring to pursuing a new direction or path in life.
그가 새로운 길을 밟는 것은 용기가 필요합니다.
It takes courage for him to tread on a new path.
Here, '밟는' metaphorically refers to violating or contravening rules or norms, indicating wrongful actions.
학생들이 학교의 규칙을 밟는 행동을 해서는 안 됩니다.
Students should not engage in actions that contravene the school's rules.
In this case, '밟는' is used literally, meaning 'to step on,' referring to the physical act of stepping onto flowers.