noun · B1 · Often · mainly US

behavior

поведение

Meaning of behavior

way of acting

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EN-UK/bɪˈheɪvjə/
EN-US/bɪˈheɪvjɚ/
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behavior with Russian translation

behavior usage examples

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The dog's behavior improved after training.

🇩🇪DE🇬🇧EN

The teacher talked to the student about improving his classroom behavior.

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behavior belongs to the topic "Personality Traits". Start with a short 7-word set so the word is easier to remember in context.

behaviorVerhalten
kindfreundlich
smartintelligent
quietleise
boringlangweilig
lazyfaul
angrywütend

behavior synonyms

Related words worth learning together

behavioral patterns
Repeated or typical sequences of behavior; often used in psychology and research
conduct
Often more formal than 'behavior', used for actions in moral, legal, or official contexts
manners
Specifically about polite or impolite social behavior, often in social situations
etiquette
Rules or conventions for polite behavior in particular social or business settings
actions
Focuses on specific acts or deeds rather than overall manner
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behavioral patterns

Repeated or typical sequences of behavior; often used in psychology and research

A1Often

We studied the children's behavioral patterns.

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Often more formal than 'behavior', used for actions in moral, legal, or official contexts

A1Often

The student's conduct was respectful.

🇬🇧en

Specifically about polite or impolite social behavior, often in social situations

A1Often

Please use your manners and say thank you.

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Rules or conventions for polite behavior in particular social or business settings

A1Often

Business etiquette varies between countries.

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actions

Focuses on specific acts or deeds rather than overall manner

A1Very Often

His actions helped the team.

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demeanor

Refers to the outward manner or appearance of behavior (more about how someone seems)

A1Rarely

Her calm demeanor reassured us.

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habits

Actions done regularly or automatically; focuses on repetition rather than a one-time behavior

A1Very Often

Brushing teeth is a healthy habit.

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behavior meaning: what does it mean?

way of acting

behavior pronunciation: how do you pronounce it?

behavior is pronounced as /bɪˈheɪvjə/. Audio is available on this page when the word has a recording.

behavior definition and sentence examples: how is it used in a sentence?

The dog's behavior improved after training. Translation: Поведение собаки улучшилось после дрессировки.

Is behavior part of Personality Traits vocabulary?

Yes, behavior (поведение) can be learned in the Personality Traits topic. This semantic link helps build related word lists and topic-based practice.

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