stand still
stand still(
stahnd
stihl
)A phrase is a group of words commonly used together (e.g once upon a time).
1. (imperative; used to address one person)
a. quédate quieto (informal) (singular)
A word of phrase used to refer to the second person informal “tú” by their conjugation or implied context (e.g. How are you?).
Stand still! I'm trying to cut your hair.¡Quédate quieto! Estoy tratando de cortarte el pelo.
b. quédese quieto (informal) (singular)
A word of phrase used to refer to the second person informal “tú” by their conjugation or implied context (e.g. How are you?).
Stand still, sir. I think we are being watched.Quédese quieto, señor. Creo que nos están acechando.
2. (imperative; used to address multiple people)
a. quédense quietos
Stand still so I can take attendance.Quédense quietos para que pueda pasar lista.
An intransitive verb phrase is a phrase that combines a verb with a preposition or other particle and does not require a direct object (e.g. Everybody please stand up.).
3. (to remain motionless)
a. quedarse quieto
It's hard to stand still when you've already been waiting in the cold for an hour.Es difícil quedarte quieto cuando ya llevas una hora esperando en el frío.
4. (figurative) (to remain unchanged)
A phrase used as a figure of speech or a word that is symbolic in meaning; metaphorical (e.g. carrot, bean).
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