act

/ækt/ verb A2 Neutral

Daily Life

Meaning

To do something or behave in a certain way.

💡 "Act" can mean to perform in a play or to take action.

Example Sentences

Please act kindly to everyone you meet today .

Please act quickly to finish your homework on time .

Word in Context

Anna acts calm and waits for the bus . She checks the time and watches the people in the street . The bus comes and she gets on . She smiles because she finds an empty seat .

Common Phrases

act quickly act responsibly

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