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/
Korean meaning: 행동하다, 처신하다
Korean pronunciation: 비-헤이브 (강세: 헤이브)
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

A young child learns to behave properly during family dinner
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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.
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“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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