behaving
word · lemma: behave
/bɪˈheɪvɪŋ/
bi-HAY-ving
/bɪhˈeɪvɪŋ/
bi-HAY-ving
Definition
Acting in a particular way, especially in terms of manners, actions, or following rules.
Usage & Nuances
'Behaving' is often used to talk about children or someone's general conduct. Common with 'well' or 'badly' (e.g., 'behaving well'). It doesn't specify what the action is—just the manner. Used in both formal and informal settings.
Spanish: comportarse - portarsePortuguese (BR): comportar-se - portar-sePortuguese (PT): comportar-se - portar-seChinese (Simplified): 表现 - 举止Chinese (Traditional): 表現 - 舉止Hindi: व्यवहार करनाArabic: يتصرفBengali: আচরণ করা - ব্যবহার করাRussian: вести себяJapanese: ふるまうVietnamese: cư xửKorean: 행동하다Turkish: davranmakUrdu: برتاو کرناIndonesian: cư xử - hành xử
Example Sentences
You need to start behaving if you want a treat.
basic
Why is everyone suddenly behaving so strangely?
natural
She's been behaving herself lately, which is a nice change.
natural
If he keeps behaving like that, he'll get in trouble.
natural
The dog is behaving today.
basic
Are the children behaving at school?
basic