Glides Meaning in English
word · lemma: glide
ˈɡɫaɪdz
GLYDZ
ɡlˈaɪdz
GLYDZ
Definition
Moves smoothly and quietly, usually through the air or across a surface, with little or no effort. It can refer to birds, planes, people, or objects moving in this graceful way.
Usage & Nuances
Mostly used for smooth, effortless movement, often through air ('a bird glides'). Also applies to skaters or dancers. Not used for fast or clumsy movement. Common in nature and sports contexts.
Spanish: se desliza - planea (volar)Portuguese (BR): desliza-se - desliza (no ar, voo)Portuguese (PT): desliza-se - desliza (no ar, voo)Chinese (Simplified): 滑行 - 滑翔Chinese (Traditional): 滑行 - 滑翔Hindi: फिसलता है - सरकता है (हवा में)Arabic: ينزلق - يحلق (في الهواء)Bengali: সররে চলে যায় - মসৃণভাবে চলে যায়Russian: скользит - паритJapanese: 滑空する - 滑るVietnamese: lướt - bay lượnKorean: 미끄러지다 - 활공하다Turkish: süzülür - kayarUrdu: پھسلتا ہے - سرکنا (ہوا میں)Indonesian: meluncur - melayang
Example Sentences
The bird glides across the sky.
basic
She glides on the ice very easily.
basic
The paper plane glides through the air.
basic
She just glides into the room like she owns the place.
natural
The dancer glides across the stage with grace.
natural
The boat glides smoothly over the water in the morning light.
natural