To be in a position where your weight is supported by your buttocks rather than your feet and your back is upright.
She sat down on the bench to rest.
她坐在长椅上休息。
To place someone in a sitting position.
He sat the child on the bench.
他让孩子坐在长椅上。
To be located or situated.
The town sits on the edge of the lake.
这个小镇位于湖边。
To hold a position of authority or membership.
He sat on the committee for five years.
他在委员会任职了五年。
To convene for a formal meeting, especially for a deliberative assembly.
The court sits every Monday.
法庭每周一开庭。
To take an examination.
She will sit for her driving test next week.
她下周将参加驾驶考试。
To be perched on something.
To instruct a pet, usually a dog, to sit down on its haunches.
Sit! Good dog!
坐!好狗!
To look after children temporarily.
Can you sit for my kids tonight?
今晚你能帮我照看孩子吗?