conocer la tierra que pisa — meaning & examples

Meanings:

• 1.

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  • To be well acquainted with one's surroundings or the local conditions; to know the place one is in.

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  • Carmen conoce la tierra que pisa y siempre aprovecha las oportunidades locales para emprender.

    Carmen knows her surroundings well and always takes advantage of local opportunities to start a business.

  • Para tener éxito en esta región, hay que conocer la tierra que pisa y adaptarse a sus costumbres.

    To succeed in this region, you have to be well acquainted with the place and adapt to its customs.

  • Aunque llegó hace poco, ya conoce la tierra que pisa y se siente parte de la comunidad.

    Although he arrived recently, he already knows his surroundings and feels part of the community.

• 2.

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  • To have a realistic understanding of one's position, limits, or standing; to act with awareness of the context and consequences.

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  • Juan sabe bien lo que puede hacer y conoce la tierra que pisa, por eso no se arriesga a decisiones impulsivas.

    Juan knows well what he can do and understands his limits, so he doesn't take impulsive decisions.

  • Si quieres negociar con ellos, primero debes conocer la tierra que pisas para actuar con cautela.

    If you want to negotiate with them, you first need to understand your position to act cautiously.

  • Ella conoce la tierra que pisa y, por eso, siempre evalúa bien las consecuencias antes de actuar.

    She has a realistic understanding of her standing and always carefully evaluates the consequences before acting.