Translation guide
To press something downward, often with force or to a lower position.
To apply force to move something down, like a button, lever, or object.
The most direct and common verb for pushing something down, like a button or lever.
Please push down the button.
Implies holding something down firmly, often to restrain or keep it in place.
I pushed down the paper so it wouldn't blow away.
To push something down into a container or tight space, like stuffing or cramming.
I pushed the luggage down into the bag.
To forcefully keep something from rising or being expressed, like emotions or opposition.
To cause a decrease in value, amount, or level.
押し下げる focuses on the action of pushing downward, while 押さえつける emphasizes holding something down with continuous pressure. Use 押し下げる for buttons and levers, and 押さえつける for restraining objects or people.
The government tried to push down dissenting opinions.
The scandal pushed down the stock price.