Prods Meaning in English
word · lemma: prod
Definition
Pushes something or someone gently with a finger or pointed object; can also mean encouraging or reminding someone to do something.
Usage & Nuances
Used literally for physical pokes ('prods him with a stick'), or figuratively for reminders and encouragement ('prods her to study'). Common collocations: 'prods someone into action,' 'gentle prods.' Less forceful than 'poke' but more than 'touch.'
Spanish: pincha - empuja (con algo) - incitaPortuguese (BR): cutuca - empurra (com objeto) - incitaPortuguese (PT): espeta - empurra (com objeto) - incentivaChinese (Simplified): 戳 - 刺激（促使行动）Chinese (Traditional): 戳 - 刺激（促使行動）Hindi: चकौती करता है - उकसाता हैArabic: ينخز - يحثBengali: ঠেলা দেয় - মনে করিয়ে দেয়Russian: подталкивает - подбадриваетJapanese: つつく - 促すVietnamese: chọc - thúc giụcKorean: 쿡 찌르다 - 독촉하다Turkish: dürtmek - teşvik etmekUrdu: ہلکا سا دھکا دینا - یاد دہانی کراناIndonesian: menyenggol - mendorong
Example Sentences
She prods her brother to do his homework.
basic
He prods the dough to see if it's ready.
basic
The doctor gently prods the patient's stomach.
basic
A series of prods from his boss finally made him finish the project.
natural
Every few minutes, she prods him for an answer.
natural
He never acts unless someone prods him first.
natural