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Downwards Meaning for Kids

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What Does Downwards Mean?

Adverb

  • Moving to a lower place or position.
  • Going towards something that is lower or smaller.

Downwards — Full Explanation

Downwards means moving in a direction that is lower. For example, if you climb down a slide, you go downwards.

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Related Words

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Downwards Meaning in Other Languages

hindi
नीचे (neeche)

neeche

नीचे (neeche)

neeche

नीचाई (neechai)

neechai

kannada
ಕೆಳಗೆ (keḷage)

keḷage

ಕೆಳಗೆ (keḷage)

keḷage

ಹೆಳಸು (heḷasu)

heḷasu

bengali
নিচে (niche)

niche

নিচে (niche)

niche

তল (tol)

tol

Downwards Synonyms

down downward

Downwards Antonyms

up upwards

Downwards in Sentences

  • The elevator goes downwards to the basement.
  • He pointed downwards to show me the ground.
  • The waterfall flows downwards into the river.
  • When you jump, you go downwards quickly.
  • The stairs lead downwards to the lower floor.

Downwards Story for Kids

The Beauty of Downwards Motion

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Fun with Downwards Motion

bouncy ballDo you know what else goes downwardsdownwards?? A ! When you throw it, it zooms down to the ground, bouncing back up to the sky! Isn't it fun to watch things moving

downwardsadventures we have each day! Can you think of something else that goes? Let’s explore together!Just like the

Frequently Asked Questions About Downwards

What does 'downwards' mean?
'Downwards' means moving or pointing towards a lower place or position.
How do you pronounce 'downwards'?
You pronounce 'downwards' like this: down-werdz.
What is the origin of the word 'downwards'?
The word 'downwards' comes from the word 'down' which means to a lower place, and the suffix '-wards' which means in the direction of.
What is the meaning of 'downwards' in Kannada?
The word 'downwards' in Kannada is 'ಕೆಳಗೆ' (Keḷage).

Facts & Quotes About Downwards

Fact: When you throw a ball, it goes upwards and then comes downwards because of gravity!
Proverb: What goes up must come down, meaning everything that rises will eventually fall.
Quote: "The only way is down." - Unknown