behaved
word · lemma: behave
/bɪˈheɪvd/
bi-HAYVD
/bɪhˈeɪvd/
bi-HAYVD
Definition
Acted in a particular way, usually referring to following rules or expectations for good conduct. Often used when someone acts politely or properly.
Usage & Nuances
Commonly used to talk about children or pets doing what is expected. Can be positive ('well-behaved') or negative ('badly behaved'). Usually references actions at a specific time.
Spanish: se comportó - se portóPortuguese (BR): comportou-se - portou-sePortuguese (PT): comportou-se - portou-seChinese (Simplified): 表现Chinese (Traditional): 表現Hindi: व्यवहार कियाArabic: تصرفBengali: আচরণ করেছিল - চাল-চলন করেছিলRussian: вел себя - вела себя - вели себяJapanese: ふるまったVietnamese: cư xửKorean: 행동했다Turkish: davrandıUrdu: برتاو کیاIndonesian: berperilaku
Example Sentences
The dog behaved when we visited the vet.
basic
I was surprised by how well everyone behaved at dinner last night.
natural
The students behaved much better after the teacher spoke to them.
natural
Honestly, the kids behaved themselves all afternoon—no problems at all!
natural
The children behaved during the movie.
basic
He behaved well at the party.
basic