Put down as Meaning in English
expression
Definition
To think of or classify someone or something as having a particular quality or being a particular type.
Usage & Nuances
Informal expression, often used when describing assumptions or first impressions. Common forms: 'put (someone) down as (something)'. Can't be literally translated word-for-word in some languages. Not interchangeable with 'write down as' (which means to record in writing).
Example Sentences
I put him down as a serious person.
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Did you put me down as someone who likes to travel?
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Most people put him down as quiet, but he's actually very funny once you know him.
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When I first met you, I put you down as a city person, not someone who loves the countryside.
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Don't put me down as lazy just because I like to sleep in on weekends.
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They put her down as a troublemaker at school.
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