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Patted Meaning in English

word · lemma: pat

التعريف

Touched someone or something gently and quickly with your hand, usually as a sign of affection or encouragement.

الاستخدام والفروق الدقيقة

Usually used for gentle, comforting, or encouraging touches, often to animals, children, or on the back/shoulder. Not the same as 'hit' or 'slap'—much softer and friendly. Common in 'patted him on the back'. Used in both formal and informal contexts.

جمل نموذجية

She patted the dog on the head.

basic

He patted his friend on the back.

basic

Mom patted me to help me sleep.

basic

She smiled and patted my shoulder reassuringly.

natural

The teacher patted the kids as they walked by.

natural

After the game, the coach patted everyone on the back and congratulated them.

natural