Bend down Meaning in English
expression
ˈbɛnd/ /ˈdaʊn
BEND-down
bˈɛnd/ /dˈaʊn
BEND-down
Definition
To lower the top part of your body by bending at the waist, often to pick something up or to get closer to the ground.
Usage & Nuances
Neutral and common in spoken and written English. Often used with actions ("bend down to pick up..."). Similar to "stoop" and "crouch," but "bend down" is broader and less specific. Not formal or slang.
Spanish: agacharse - inclinarsePortuguese (BR): abaixar-se - inclinar-sePortuguese (PT): baixar-se - inclinar-seChinese (Simplified): 弯下腰Chinese (Traditional): 彎下腰Hindi: झुक जानाArabic: ينحنيBengali: নুয়ে পড়া - নিচু হওয়াRussian: наклониться - нагнутьсяJapanese: かがむ - 前かがみになるVietnamese: cúi xuốngKorean: 허리를 굽히다 - 몸을 숙이다Turkish: eğilmekUrdu: جھک جاناIndonesian: membungkuk - menunduk
Example Sentences
Please bend down and touch your toes.
basic
He had to bend down to pick up the coin.
basic
Children, don't forget to bend down when you go under the table.
basic
Can you bend down a little so you're in the photo?
natural
Every time I bend down, my back hurts.
natural
Just bend down and look under the bed—the cat might be hiding there.
natural