Behind you Meaning in English
expression
bɪˈhaɪnd/ /ˈju
bi-HYND-yoo
bɪhˈaɪnd/ /jˈuː
bih-HYND-YOO
Definition
Used to say that something or someone is at your back or in the area just past you. Commonly used to warn or direct attention to what is located at your rear.
Usage & Nuances
Often used as a quick warning, such as in games, crowded places, or to point out danger or something important. Sounds informal and direct. Common in spoken English but not used formally. It's sometimes shouted to get immediate attention.
Spanish: detrás de ti - detrás de ustedPortuguese (BR): atrás de vocêPortuguese (PT): atrás de ti - atrás de vocêChinese (Simplified): 在你后面Chinese (Traditional): 在你後面Hindi: आपके पीछेArabic: خلفكBengali: তোমার পিছনে - তোমার পেছনেRussian: за тобой - позади тебяJapanese: あなたの後ろVietnamese: sau lưng bạnKorean: 네 뒤에Turkish: arkandaUrdu: تمہارے پیچھےIndonesian: di belakangmu
Example Sentences
Don't panic—it's just me behind you in line.
natural
There is a dog behind you.
basic
Please look behind you before stepping back.
basic
The backpack is behind you on the chair.
basic
Behind you! Watch out for the car!
natural
If you turn around, you'll see your friend behind you.
natural