step forward

• Sich freiwillig melden, Hilfe anbieten oder sich für eine Aufgabe, Pflicht oder Verantwortung zur Verfügung stellen, oft in formellem oder öffentlichem Kontext; auch wörtlich: einen Schritt nach vorne machen.

To volunteer, offer help, or present oneself for a task, duty, or responsibility, often in a formal or public context.

1. Volunteer or offer helpB2formal

   To come forward and offer to do something or take responsibility.

   Sich melden

   • Several people stepped forward to help with the charity event.
   • He stepped forward to take the blame for the mistake.
   • She stepped forward and offered to lead the project.

2. Move ahead physicallyA2formal

   To take a step in a forward direction.

   Einen Schritt nach vorn machen

   • The soldier stepped forward when his name was called.
   • She stepped forward to receive her award.
   • He stepped forward to get a better view of the stage.