Also means
trace
Usage Note
Huella is used for a physical print (a footprint, fingerprint — huella dactilar) and for a lasting mark or influence (dejar huella, 'to leave a mark'). The environmental phrase huella de carbono ('carbon footprint') is widely used in Spanish media. The initial h is silent.
Examples
"El perro dejó sus huellas en la arena."
Natural Translation
The dog left its footprints in the sand.

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