Shove over Meaning in English
expression
ˈʃəv/ /ˈoʊvɝ
SHUV-OH-ver
ʃˈʌv/ /ˈəʊvɐ
SHUV-oh-vuh
Definition
To push someone or something gently to make more space, usually so that you or someone else can sit or fit.
Usage & Nuances
Informal and commonly used among friends or family. Usually spoken, not written. Typical with seating situations ('Can you shove over?'). 'Shove' alone can be stronger or rude, but 'shove over' sounds gentler. Not the same as 'move over,' which is more neutral.
Spanish: hazte a un lado - corretearsePortuguese (BR): dá uma empurradinha - se afastePortuguese (PT): encosta-te um bocadinho - chega-te para o ladoChinese (Simplified): 挪一挪 - 挤一挤Chinese (Traditional): 挪一挪 - 擠一擠Hindi: थोड़ा खिसक जाओArabic: تحرك قليلاً - أفسح المجالBengali: একটু সরে যাওRussian: подвиньсяJapanese: ちょっとずれてVietnamese: dịch ra một chútKorean: 조금 옆으로 가Turkish: biraz kayUrdu: ذرا ہٹ جاؤIndonesian: geser sedikit
Example Sentences
Can you shove over? I want to sit here.
basic
Please shove over so everyone has enough space.
basic
He asked her to shove over so he could join them on the bench.
basic
If you shove over a bit, we can all fit on the couch.
natural
Could you shove over and make some room for my bag?
natural
Just shove over—there’s enough space for everyone!
natural