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Kotau — meaning in English

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English meaning

kowtow verb To kneel and bow so low that the forehead touches the ground, as a sign of deep respect or submission.

Senses

Kotau is used for these senses in English:

kowtow The act of kowtowing.
kowtow (figuratively) To grovel, act in a very submissive manner; to show obeisance to (someone or something) in such a manner; to bow.

kowtow — full definition

verb To kneel and bow so low that the forehead touches the ground, as a sign of deep respect or submission.
verb To act in an excessively submissive or obedient way toward someone.
noun The act of kowtowing.

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C2 · Advanced serendipity Fortunate discoveries made entirely by accident.

Gen Z slang rizz Charm — the ability to attract a romantic interest.

B2 · Intermediate empathy The capacity to share another person’s feelings.

C1 · Advanced nonchalant Casually calm and relaxed; unconcerned.

Internet slang delulu Delusional — believing something against the odds.

Etymology nostalgia Greek nostos “return home” + algos “pain”.

Related German words

Kotau machen dienern katzbuckeln kriechen kuschen zu Kreuze kriechen