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nodding

/ˈnɒdɪŋ/

/ˈnɑdɪŋ/

nodding along

noddingnoun

noddings

Translations

кивание

His nodding was a sign of agreement.

Его кивание было знаком согласия.

Definitions

The act of moving one's head up and down, typically to indicate agreement or acknowledgment.

Her nodding was a clear sign that she agreed with the proposal.

A brief, involuntary movement of the head, often associated with drowsiness or sleepiness.

During the long lecture, his nodding became more frequent as he struggled to stay awake.

Synonyms

noddinggerund / present participle

/ˈnɒd.ɪŋ/

/ˈnɑːd.ɪŋ/

Translations

кивающий

The nodding flowers swayed gently in the breeze.

Кивающие цветы мягко покачивались на ветру.

Definitions

Having a drooping or bending position, often as if in agreement or due to sleepiness.

The nodding flowers swayed gently in the breeze.

Moving up and down with a repeated, slow motion.

The nodding toy dog caught the children's attention.

Of a relationship or familiarity: superficial or limited.

He has only a nodding acquaintance with the subject.

Synonyms

nodverb

nodding

Gerund

nodded

Past Simple

nodded

Past Participle

nodding

Gerund

/nɒd/

/nɑd/

Translations

кивать

She nodded in agreement.

Она кивнула в знак согласия.

Additional translations

понимать

Definitions

To lower and raise one's head slightly and briefly, especially in greeting, assent, or understanding, or to give someone a signal.

She nodded in agreement when asked if she wanted to join the team.

To move one's head up and down repeatedly, often involuntarily, as a sign of drowsiness or sleepiness.

He began to nod off during the long lecture.

To give a signal or direction by a nod of the head.

The manager nodded towards the door, indicating that it was time to leave.

Synonyms

nodnoun

Definitions

A quick downward motion of the head, often used to indicate agreement, acknowledgment, or greeting.

She gave a nod of approval when she heard the good news.

A sign of recognition or respect, often subtle or understated.

The award was a nod to his years of dedicated service.

A brief, light sleep; a nap (chiefly British informal).

He had a quick nod in the armchair before dinner.

Informal: official permission or approval, especially when given with little ceremony.

The marketing team finally got the nod from the CEO to launch the new campaign.

nodproper noun

Definitions

In the Bible, the land east of Eden to which Cain was exiled (usually preceded by 'the land of').

Cain went out from the presence of the Lord and settled in the land of Nod.

(Humorous) Sleep, regarded as a destination (often in the phrase 'the Land of Nod').

The children were soon off to the Land of Nod.