B2verbrelationships
US/nɑːd/
UK/nɒd/
to move your head down and up, usually to say yes or to greet someone
In context
When the teacher asked if we understood, everyone nodded.
He nodded at me across the room but didn't come over to talk.
Grandpa often nods off in front of the TV after lunch.
Words that go with nod
verb + noun
- nod one's headShe nodded her head to show she agreed.
verb + adverb
- nod offI always nod off during long flights.
- nod slowlyHe nodded slowly, thinking about what I had said.
verb + preposition
- nod in agreementThe other managers nodded in agreement.
- nod atThe guard nodded at us and opened the gate.
Common mistakes
Incorrect:
He nodded his head down to say hello.Correct: He nodded to say hello.