expression, godan verb (-mu)
consider advantageous; see as favorable; be a favorite to win
Used when someone judges a situation, plan, or competitor to be advantageous or likely to succeed. Often appears in contexts like betting, predictions, or strategic assessments.
See also: 有利
彼はこの試合で日本チームが有利と踏んでいる。
He considers the Japanese team to be the favorite in this match.
社長は新市場への参入が有利と踏んで、投資を決めた。
The president decided to invest, judging that entering the new market would be advantageous.