behaves
word · lemma: behave
Definition
Acts in a certain way, usually referring to following social rules or expectations. It can also mean conducting oneself politely or acceptably in a situation.
Usage & Nuances
Often used with adverbs: 'well', 'badly', 'strangely'. 'Behaves' is formal and neutral; in informal speech, use 'acts' for similar meaning. Frequent collocation: 'behaves himself/herself' (follows rules or is polite).
Spanish: se comportaPortuguese (BR): se comportaPortuguese (PT): comporta-seChinese (Simplified): 举止Chinese (Traditional): 舉止Hindi: व्यवहार करता हैArabic: يتصرفBengali: ব্যবহার করে - আচরণ করেRussian: ведёт себяJapanese: 振る舞うVietnamese: cư xử - hành xửKorean: 행동하다Turkish: davranırUrdu: برتاؤ کرناIndonesian: berperilaku - bersikap
Example Sentences
She always behaves well at school.
basic
The dog behaves when we give it treats.
basic
He behaves like a gentleman.
basic
Sometimes my phone behaves strangely when it gets wet.
natural
She always behaves herself at family dinners.
natural
No matter what happens, he behaves professionally.
natural