Shoves Meaning in English
word · lemma: shove
ˈʃəvz
SHUVZ
ʃˈʌvz
SHUVZ
Definition
Pushes something or someone forcefully and quickly, usually with your hands. It often suggests a rough or rude manner.
Usage & Nuances
'Shoves' is informal and often negative, implying aggression or impatience. Common phrases: 'shoves past' (pushes to get by), 'shoves someone aside.' Not typically used in formal writing.
Spanish: empujaPortuguese (BR): empurraPortuguese (PT): empurraChinese (Simplified): 推Chinese (Traditional): 推Hindi: धक्का देता हैArabic: يدفعBengali: ধাক্কা দেয় - গুঁতো দেয়Russian: пихает - толкаетJapanese: 押す - 押しやるVietnamese: xô đẩyKorean: 밀다 - 밀쳐내다Turkish: itmek - dürtmekUrdu: دھکیلناIndonesian: mendorong - menyodok
Example Sentences
He shoves the door open with his shoulder.
basic
She shoves her books into her bag.
basic
The boy shoves his friend on the playground.
basic
She shoves past the crowd to get on the bus first.
natural
He shoves his hands deep into his pockets and walks away.
natural
If someone shoves you, don’t respond with anger.
natural