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behave

Pronunciation: [bɪˈheɪv]

Word

Learn how to use behave in a sentence: 6 audio examples across 2 meanings.

Context: “behavior”

(verb) to act in a certain way, especially in a way that is appropriate or acceptable. When someone behaves well, they follow rules or do what is expected.

Example

The children always behave nicely during story time.

Example

He did not behave well at the party and made a mess.

Example

How should we behave in the library?

Context: “relationship”

(verb) to show how someone acts or reacts to others. This often describes how people interact with each other in different situations.

Example

She tends to behave kindly towards her friends, always helping them.

Example

Sometimes he behaves rudely to people he doesn't know.

Example

What do you think makes someone behave well in a group?

How to pronounce behave

Pronunciation: [bɪˈheɪv]

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