under


adjective

  • Being lower; being beneath something.
  • In a state of being asleep or not awake.

preposition

  • In or at a lower level than.
  • Less than.
  • Below the surface of.

adverb

  • In a way lower or less than.
  • In a way that is not as good.


Synonym

  • below
  • beneath
  • underneath
  • below
  • beneath

Antonym

  • above
  • over
  • above
  • over

Sentences

  • The ball rolled under the couch.
  • She put her shoes under the bed.
  • The rabbit is hiding under the bush.
  • He looked under the car for his toy.
  • The treasure is buried under the sand.

Word Explanation:

  • Under means being below something. For example, if you are under a blanket, the blanket is on top of you.

Word in hindi

अंडर

andar

Other variations in hindi

  • नीचे neeche
  • तले tale

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Frequently Asked Questions

What does 'under' mean?

The word 'under' means being below or beneath something. For example, if you are under a table, you are below the table.

How do you pronounce 'under'?

You pronounce 'under' like this: 'uhn-der'. It has two syllables.

What is the origin of the word 'under'?

The word 'under' comes from Old English, where it was spelled 'under' and meant the same thing as it does today.

What is the meaning of 'under' in Bengali?

The word 'under' in Bengali is 'এর নিচে' (Er niče).

Fact & Proverb:

Fact

When you go under a bridge, you are going below it! Bridges help cars and trains cross over rivers and valleys.

Proverb

Don't put all your eggs in one basket. This means don't risk everything on one thing.

Quote

"The only way to do great work is to love what you do." - Steve Jobs

Mini blog:

A World of Wonders!

Under the big, blue sky, there’s a world full of wonders waiting for you! Have you ever looked under a rock? You might find tiny ants marching in a line or a shiny beetle hiding away. What about under your bed? Maybe there’s a lost toy or a fluffy sock!

Exploring under things can lead to exciting surprises. So, next time you’re outside or playing at home, remember to peek under and discover the magic that lies beneath. Adventure is just a little look away!

Happy exploring!