Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
put yourself in someone's shoes
idiom
pʊt jʊrˈsɛlf ɪn ˈsʌmwʌnz ʃuz
Definition
To imagine being in someone else’s situation and to understand their feelings, thoughts, or perspective.
Examples
- The teacher asked the students to put themselves in their classmates’ shoes to appreciate their struggles.
- Before criticizing his decision, try to put yourself in his shoes and see how you would feel.
- During the discussion, she reminded everyone to put themselves in the victim’s shoes.
Meaning
This phrase is often used to encourage empathy and understanding towards others, by considering their experiences as if they were your own.
Synonyms
- empathize
- understand
- consider another’s perspective
