shift
shift
Meaning of shift
move or change position
sich bewegen oder die Position ändern
Pronunciation
shift with German translation
shift usage examples
The rug keeps shifting.
Der Teppich verschiebt sich ständig.
The picture on the wall keeps shifting.
Das Bild an der Wand verschiebt sich immer wieder.
shift synonyms
What's the difference between shift, move, slide, slip, budge, and ride up
ENShe moved the hanger so the dress wouldn't crease.
ENThe hem of her skirt slid down during the dance.
ENThe strap slipped off her shoulder during the show.
Move slightly, usually in negatives: won't budge.
ENThe zipper wouldn't budge, so she couldn't adjust the fit.
Advanced: broader words
About clothes: move upward on the body.
ENHer skirt kept riding up during the rehearsal.
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shift belongs to the topic "Fashion and Trends →". Start with a short set of 2 words so the word is easier to remember in context.
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Questions about this word
shift meaning: what does it mean?
move or change position
shift pronunciation: how do you pronounce it?
shift is pronounced as /ʃɪft/. Audio is available on this page when the word has a recording.
shift definition and sentence examples: how is it used in a sentence?
Der Teppich verschiebt sich ständig. Translation: The rug keeps shifting.
Is shift part of Fashion and Trends vocabulary?
Yes, shift can be learned in the Fashion and Trends topic. This semantic link helps build related word lists and topic-based practice.
Is shift part of Clothing and Fashion vocabulary?
Yes, shift can be learned in the Clothing and Fashion topic. This semantic link helps build related word lists and topic-based practice.
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