sat
Translation
to sit
Examples
She sat on the sofa.
She sat on the sofa.
The vase sat on the table.
The vase sat on the table.
Grammar Patterns
((on/in/at sth.)) to be in a seated position on something She sat on the sofa.
Similar Words
Synonyms: rest, perch; Antonyms: stand, rise
Etymology
From Old English 'sittan', meaning 'to be seated' or 'to settle'.
Memory Tips
One of the most basic action words. Think of the common command, 'Sit down!'