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
1.2
poter ospitare
to make someone adopt a sitting position
1.3
poter ospitare
to ride on the back of an animal, especially a horse
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
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
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
The conference attendees sat together in the main hall.
The cat sat atop the fence.
The village sits at an altitude of 1,200 meters in the foothills of the mountains.
The well-behaved children sat quietly during the storytime session at the library.
The suit sits nicely for a tailored look.
