Definition and meaning of English word "behind"
behind
/bɪˈhɪnd/
Meaning
PrepositionAt or to the back or far side of.
How to use
The preposition 'behind' indicates a location at or to the back of something. For example, 'The park is behind the hill.' A common learner mistake is to confuse 'behind' with 'in back of', which is more informal; 'behind' is generally used in both formal and informal contexts.
🇬🇧 English
behind
Example
The car is behind the truck.
She is standing behind the door.
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Common phrases
- behind schedule— not on time or delayed
- behind the scenes— in a hidden or secretive manner
- leave behind— to abandon or leave something or someone
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What does the English word "behind" mean?▼
The English word "behind" means "behind" in English.
How do you pronounce the English word "behind"?▼
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Yes, here is a practical example: "The car is behind the truck." (which translates as "behind").
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