slid
word · lemma: slide
/ˈsɫɪd/
/slˈɪd/
Definition
The past tense of 'slide.' It means to move smoothly along a surface, often unintentionally or quickly, usually with little or no resistance.
Usage & Nuances
'Slid' is irregular (past of 'slide'), often used for accidental or smooth movement on slippery/flat surfaces. Used for people and objects. Common phrases: 'slid across', 'slid down', 'slid into'. Not used for deliberate, controlled movement like 'walk' or 'carry.'
Spanish: deslizó - resbalóPortuguese (BR): escorregou - deslizouPortuguese (PT): escorregou - deslizouChinese (Simplified): 滑动了 - 滑倒了Chinese (Traditional): 滑動了 - 滑倒了Hindi: फिसला - सरकाArabic: انزلقBengali: স্লাইড করেছিল - পিছলেছিলRussian: скользнулJapanese: 滑ったVietnamese: trượtKorean: 미끄러졌다Turkish: kaydıUrdu: پھسل گیاIndonesian: tergelincir - meluncur
Example Sentences
The glass slid off the table and broke.
basic
I almost slid when I stepped on the wet floor.
natural
The cat slid across the floor.
basic
He slid down the icy hill.
basic
The letter slid under the door without a sound.
natural
She slid her phone into her pocket to hide it.
natural