This is the 204th most frequent Chinese word.
步
"步" means "step" or "walk."
Here, '步' (step) is used metaphorically to represent progress or a phase.
这项计划正朝着正确的方向迈步。
This plan is moving in the right direction.
In this case, '步' refers to physical steps taken while walking.
他走了三步才到达房间。
He took three steps to reach the room.
'步' signifies stages or phases in addressing an issue.