behaviour
word
/bɪˈheɪvjɝ/
bi-HAYV-yur
/bɪhˈeɪvjɐ/
bi-HAYV-yuh
Definition
The way someone acts or responds, especially toward others or in a particular situation.
Usage & Nuances
British spelling; US English uses 'behavior'. Used formally and informally for people and animals. Collocations: 'good/bad behaviour', 'strange behaviour'. Can refer to general conduct or actions in specific moments.
Spanish: comportamiento - conductaPortuguese (BR): comportamento - condutaPortuguese (PT): comportamento - condutaChinese (Simplified): 行为Chinese (Traditional): 行為Hindi: व्यवहारArabic: سلوك - تصرّفBengali: আচরণ - ব্যবহারRussian: поведениеJapanese: 行動 - 振る舞いVietnamese: hành vi - thái độKorean: 행동 - 태도Turkish: davranışUrdu: رویہIndonesian: perilaku - tingkah laku
Example Sentences
The dog's behaviour changed after training.
basic
Her behaviour was a bit strange at the party last night.
natural
If his behaviour doesn't improve, he'll be in trouble.
natural
People often judge you by your behaviour, not your words.
natural
His behaviour in class was very polite.
basic
We should reward good behaviour.
basic