Cerca
to sit
01
sedere
to put our bottom on something like a chair or the ground while keeping our back straight
1.1
poter ospitare
(of a table, room, place, etc.) to have capacity for a particular number of people
Esempio
The theater can comfortably sit 500 spectators.
The dining area can sit a maximum of 12 guests.
The conference room is designed to sit up to 50 attendees.
The stadium can sit more than 80,000 fans during a game.
1.2
poter ospitare
to make someone adopt a sitting position
Esempio
She gently sat the elderly woman in the comfortable armchair.
The nurse sat the patient in the wheelchair to take him to the examination room.
He sat her granddaughter on his lap and began reading a story.
Can you sit the doll on the shelf, please?
1.3
poter ospitare
to ride on the back of an animal, especially a horse
Esempio
Can you sit a horse without any assistance?
Sitting a horse requires good balance and posture.
She looked confident as she sat the horse.
I'll teach you how to sit this stallion properly.
He learned how to sit a pony when he was young.
1.4
poter ospitare
(of birds) to settle on eggs in order to keep them warm and bring them to hatching
Esempio
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
poter ospitare
(of animals) to position the body near the ground with the posterior knees bent
Esempio
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
poter ospitare
to take care of someone else's baby or child while the parents are away
03
poter ospitare
to take an exam
04
poter ospitare
to be or remain in a specific state or position
4.1
poter ospitare
(of clothing items) to fit a person in a specific way
Esempio
The suit sits nicely for a tailored look.
These jeans sit comfortably around the waist.
The dress sits perfectly on her figure.
The shirt sits loosely, providing comfort.
The elegant gown sat well on her, enhancing her grace.
05
poter ospitare
(of a council, court, parliament, etc.) to be engaged in an official meeting
5.1
poter ospitare
to serve in a particular position, especially an official one
Esempio
They sat as members of the city council.
She sat as a senator in the national parliament.
Esempio
After a long hike, we found a nice spot to sit and have a picnic.
He enjoys going to the park to sit and watch the ducks in the pond.
The theater can comfortably sit 500 spectators.
The conference attendees sat together in the main hall.
The cat sat atop the fence.
