Buscar
to sit
01
sentarse
to put our bottom on something like a chair or the ground while keeping our back straight
1.1
tener espacio
(of a table, room, place, etc.) to have capacity for a particular number of people
1.2
sentar
to make someone adopt a sitting position
1.3
montar
to ride on the back of an animal, especially a horse
1.4
empollar
(of birds) to settle on eggs in order to keep them warm and bring them to hatching
Ejemplo
The canaries started sitting as soon as they laid their eggs.
It's crucial not to disturb the nest while the birds are sitting.
1.5
sentarse
(of animals) to position the body near the ground with the posterior knees bent
Ejemplo
The dog will sit patiently while waiting for a treat.
The cat will sit gracefully on the windowsill, watching birds.
Teaching your pet rabbit to sit can be a fun training exercise.
Fluffy! Sit!
02
cuidar
to take care of someone else's baby or child while the parents are away
03
presentarse a
to take an exam
04
estar situado
to be or remain in a specific state or position
4.1
sentar
(of clothing items) to fit a person in a specific way
Ejemplo
These jeans sit comfortably around the waist.
The dress sits perfectly on her figure.
The suit sits nicely for a tailored look.
The shirt sits loosely, providing comfort.
The elegant gown sat well on her, enhancing her grace.
05
reunirse
(of a council, court, parliament, etc.) to be engaged in an official meeting
5.1
ser diputado
to serve in a particular position, especially an official one
Ejemplo
The conference attendees sat together in the main hall.
The dress sits perfectly on her figure.
These jeans sit comfortably around the waist.
The suit sits nicely for a tailored look.
He sat an exam last month.
