behave — to act in a particular way; to conduct oneself properly
Part of speech: VERB
Definition: to act in a particular way; to conduct oneself properly
Pronunciation (IPA): /bɪˈheɪv/
Example Sentences
- My dog behaves like a human when guests come over.
- Students must behave respectfully during class.
- My phone behaves weirdly when the battery is low.
behave
VERB[/bɪˈheɪv/]
to act in a particular way; to conduct oneself properly
The children behaved well during the wedding ceremony.
The firefighter told everyone how to behave during the emergency. (Emergency + Proper Behavior → Behave)
Behave, be brave, and stay safe during the emergency evacuation.
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🎤Pronunciation
🌳Etymology
Origin
From Middle English 'behaven', combining the prefix 'be-' (to cause to be) with 'have' (to hold or conduct). The 'have' component comes from Old English 'habban', related to Germanic roots meaning to grasp or hold.
Breakdown
be- (to cause to be) + have (to hold, conduct oneself) = behave (to conduct oneself in a particular manner)
🎵Rhyme
🔗Collocations
📝Examples
“My dog behaves like a human when guests come over.”
“Students must behave respectfully during class.”
“My phone behaves weirdly when the battery is low.”
“She always behaves professionally at work.”
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