stays
Translation
stays, remains
Examples
She always stays at this hotel.
She always stays at this hotel.
The dog stays in the yard.
The dog stays in the yard.
Grammar Patterns
((at/in a place)) to remain at a location She stays at this hotel.
((adjective)) to continue in a state He stays positive.
((with sb.)) to live with someone temporarily My brother stays with our grandparents.
Similar Words
Synonyms: remain, wait, linger; Antonyms: leave, go, depart
Etymology
From Old French 'ester' (to stand, stay), from Latin 'stare' (to stand).
Memory Tips
Imagine telling a dog to 'Stay!' and it remains in one spot.