Sit down Meaning in English
expression
ˈsɪt/ /ˈdaʊn
SIT DOUN
sˈɪt/ /dˈaʊn
SIT DOUN
Definition
To move from a standing position to a sitting position, often as an instruction or request.
Usage & Nuances
Usually used as a polite instruction or invitation ("Please sit down"). Common in classrooms, offices, and social settings. Not typically used for lying down or reclining. In less formal contexts, can be shortened to just 'sit'.
Spanish: sentarsePortuguese (BR): sentar-sePortuguese (PT): sentar-seChinese (Simplified): 坐下Chinese (Traditional): 坐下Hindi: बैठ जानाArabic: اجلسBengali: বসুন - বসে পড়ুনRussian: садитьсяJapanese: 座るVietnamese: ngồi xuốngKorean: 앉다 - 앉으세요Turkish: oturmakUrdu: بیٹھ جائیںIndonesian: duduk - duduklah
Example Sentences
Please sit down and wait for your turn.
basic
Teacher asked the students to sit down.
basic
It's polite to sit down when offered a seat.
basic
Come on in, sit down and make yourself comfortable.
natural
Let's sit down and talk about it.
natural
I couldn't find a place to sit down on the crowded train.
natural