Nodded Meaning in English
word · lemma: nod
ˈnɑdəd/, /ˈnɑdɪd
NAH-did
nˈɒdɪd
NOD-id
Definition
Moved the head up and down, usually to show agreement, understanding, or greeting. It can also mean making a quick gesture with the head.
Usage & Nuances
Used mostly in informal and neutral contexts. Common with 'nodded in agreement', 'nodded off' (fell asleep), and 'nodded politely'. Refers to a simple, nonverbal gesture.
Spanish: asintió - cabeceóPortuguese (BR): acenou com a cabeçaPortuguese (PT): acenou com a cabeçaChinese (Simplified): 点头Chinese (Traditional): 點頭Hindi: सिर हिलायाArabic: أومأ برأسهBengali: হাঁ করল - মাথা নাড়ল (সম্মতি/সমঝোতায়)Russian: кивнулJapanese: うなずいたVietnamese: gật đầuKorean: 고개를 끄덕였다Turkish: başını salladıUrdu: سر ہلایاIndonesian: mengangguk
Example Sentences
She nodded to show she understood.
basic
The teacher nodded when I answered correctly.
basic
He nodded as he listened to the story.
basic
She nodded politely but didn’t say anything.
natural
He just nodded and kept walking.
natural
I nodded in agreement during the meeting.
natural