Is Genuflect a Kneel?

Genuflection or genuflexion is the act of bending a knee to the ground, as distinguished from kneeling which more strictly involves both knees. From early times, it has been a gesture of deep respect for a superior.

How do you kneel before entering pew?

This is typically done by genuflecting, although if unable, a profound bow from the waist is acceptable. Be purposeful. Touch your knee to the floor in reverence. Genuflect toward the tabernacle when you first enter the Church/your pew and when you leave.

What do you mean by genuflect?

1a : to bend the knee. b : to touch the knee to the floor or ground especially in worship genuflected before the altar. 2 : to be humbly obedient or respectful bureaucrats who genuflect before the governor.