Meaning & Definition of Behind in English

Detailed Definitions

• Definition: At the back of something.

  Example Sentence: The dog is hiding behind the couch.

• Definition: In the past or in a position of disadvantage.

  Example Sentence: He fell behind in his studies.

• Definition: Not keeping up with a schedule or expectation.

  Example Sentence: They are now behind schedule due to the rain.

• Definition: To support someone or something.

  Example Sentence: She stands behind her principles.

• Definition: The part of something that is furthest from the front.

  Example Sentence: The behind of the car was damaged.

Etymology

Origin: Middle English behynde, from Old English behindan.

Synonyms

Common Phrases and Expressions

• behind the scenes: In a place or situation not visible to the public.
• behind bars: In prison.
• behind schedule: Not on time.

Translations

• Spanish: detrás

• French: derrière

• German: hinter

• Russian: за

Related Words

• rear: The back part of something.

• support: To bear all or part of the weight of; hold up.

Slang Meanings of behind

• Meaning: To be in a position of inferiority or not doing well.

  Example Sentence: He's really behind in the game.

• Meaning: To fall short or lag behind in a task.

  Example Sentence: I'm way behind on my work.