one small step for man, one giant leap for mankind

English

Phrase

one small step for man, one giant leap for mankind

1. Words spoken by Neil Armstrong when taking the first steps on the moon.
2. (chiché, idiomatic) (used imitatively) A cliché used to exaggerate an accomplishment or milestone.

Usage notes

Armstrong intended to say "one small step for a man", but misspoke.[1]