sit
sit
be seated
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sit synonyms
What's the difference between sit / seat / perch / lounge / recline / rest
As a verb, means to place or cause someone to sit (transitive); noun means chair or place to sit.
The usher seated the guests quickly.
To sit or rest on a narrow or elevated spot; implies a light or temporary sit.
She perched on the edge of the bench.
He lounged on the sofa all afternoon.
To lean or lie back, often with support; implies leaning rather than upright sitting.
She reclined in the armchair and closed her eyes.
Broader verb meaning to cease activity or relax; sitting can be a form of resting but not always implied.
I'm going to rest for a few minutes.
In contexts like 'settle down/into' means to get comfortable or sit; also has broader senses (calm down, establish residency).
She settled into the chair with a sigh.
To crouch or sit on one's heels (low to the ground); a different posture from sitting on a chair.
He squatted by the wall to rest for a moment.
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How to pronounce sit and what this word means
sit means sit. This page includes translation, pronunciation, transcription, audio, usage examples and related words.
how to pronounce sit
/ˈsɪt/
sit translation
sit
sit examples
You can sit on the window seat and enjoy the view.
sit transcription
/ˈsɪt/, /tə ˈsɪt/
Questions about this word
sit meaning: what does it mean?
be seated
sit pronunciation: how do you pronounce it?
sit is pronounced as /ˈsɪt/. Audio is available on this page when the word has a recording.
sit definition and sentence examples: how is it used in a sentence?
You can sit on the window seat and enjoy the view. Translation: Ты можешь посидеть на подоконнике и насладиться видом.
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