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Befits Meaning in English

word · lemma: befit

bɪˈfɪts
bi-FITS
bɪfˈɪts
bif-ITS

释义

Means to be appropriate for or suitable to someone or something, especially in terms of status, appearance, or behavior.

用法与细微差别

'Befits' is formal and usually used for behavior or attributes that suit a particular status or role, e.g., 'as befits a king.' Often followed by a noun or pronoun. Not common in everyday speech; use 'suits' or 'fits' in casual contexts.

例句

He wore a suit that befits the occasion.

basic

That calm attitude befits a good teacher.

basic

His speech befits a leader.

basic

She handled the crisis with a dignity that befits her position.

natural

It's only right that such responsibility befits the eldest sibling.

natural

Everything in the office befits a company of this stature.

natural