Put it there Meaning in English
expression
ˈpʊt/ /ˈɪt/, /ɪt/ /ˈðɛɹ
PUT-it-THAIR
pʊt/ /ˈɪt/ /ðˈeə
PUT-it-THAIR
Definition
A friendly way to ask someone for a handshake, often as a gesture of agreement, congratulations, or greeting. Can also literally mean to place something in a specific spot.
Usage & Nuances
Informal and friendly; primarily used for handshakes in North American English. Sometimes used literally, but most often in the context of making an agreement or celebrating. Do not use in formal or business situations. Also heard as an enthusiastic invitation: 'Come on, put it there!'.
Spanish: chócala (mano) - ponlo ahíPortuguese (BR): toca aqui (mão) - coloca aíPortuguese (PT): dá cá (mão) - põe aíChinese (Simplified): 击掌 - 放那儿Chinese (Traditional): 擊掌 - 放那裡Hindi: हाथ मिलाओ - वहाँ रख दोArabic: صافحني - ضعها هناكBengali: হাত মেলাও - ওখানে রাখোRussian: давай пожмём руки - положи тудаJapanese: 握手しよう - そこに置いてVietnamese: bắt tay nào - đặt nó ở đóKorean: 악수하자 - 거기에 놔Turkish: şöyle el sıkışalım - oraya koyUrdu: ہاتھ ملاؤ - وہاں رکھ دوIndonesian: bắt tay nhé - đặt nó ở đó
Example Sentences
Hey, put it there!
basic
We made a deal, so let’s put it there.
basic
Just put it there on the table, please.
basic
You did a great job—come on, put it there!
natural
If you agree, just put it there.
natural
Don’t leave your bag on the floor—just put it there by the door.
natural