Akademisk IELTS (Band 6-7) - Ställningar och positioner

to form or create an arch or curve, often referring to a graceful or curved shape

båga

to incline or lean in a particular direction

lutning

to make a sudden, forceful forward movement

ruscha

to go to a position in which the knees are bent and the back of thighs are touching or very close to one's heels

squat

to move or flow in a manner characterized by spirals

vrida

to unwind, release, or straighten something that has been wound into a spiral or twisted shape

utrullning

to support, hold up, or sustain by placing or leaning against a firm or solid structure

stötta

to place something into a sheltered or hidden position

stoppa

to sit with one leg on either side of an object

sitta med ett ben på vardera sidan

to spread out one's limbs in a relaxed manner while sitting, falling, etc.

bre ut

to bend the upper side of one's body forward

böja sig

to sit on one's calves and move the chest close to one's knees

sitta på huk

to bend the upper side of the body forward and make a rounded back

böja sig

to sit, lean or fall heavily or suddenly, typically due to exhaustion, weakness, or lack of energy.

sjunka ner

to settle or nestle closely and comfortably, especially for warmth or affection

mysa

to bend or position a part of body in a curved or coiled shape

krulla

to sit, walk, or stand lazily with a downward head and rounded shoulders

slappa

to affectionately press or lean against someone or something

gnugga