| Phrasal verb | Main meaning |
|---|---|
be down [biː daʊn] | to not be working or functioning |
Other meanings
- to feel sad or depressed
- to be recorded or written
- to be defeated or reduced
- to be ready or willing (informal, e.g. “I’m down for that”)
Example Sentences Using the Phrasal Verb "be down"
- The website is be down right now.
- She’s be down since she lost her job.
- Everything is be down on paper.
- Our team is be down by two points.
- I’m be down for a movie tonight.
Features of Using "be down"
“Be down” has several meanings depending on context — mechanical failure (“system is down”), emotional state (“feeling down”), or willingness (“I’m down for it”). It’s inseparable and often used informally. Its tone can vary from technical to friendly or emotional depending on usage.
Other phrasal verbs with the verb be
be back
to have returned to a place
be away
to be absent or not at home
be in
to be at home or in a particular place
be against
to oppose or disagree with someone or something
be on
to take place
be behind
to be late or delayed
be for
to support or favor something
be out
to be absent or not at home
be into
to be interested in or enthusiastic about something or someone
be about to
to be on the point of doing something (imminent future)
be after
to try to obtain or pursue someone or something
be off
to leave or depart
be along
to arrive soon
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