Dictionary
English - Norwegian
Among
əˈməŋ
Extremely common
400 - 500
400 - 500
The word frequency and importance index indicates how often a word appears in a given language. The smaller the number, the more frequently the word is used. The most frequently used words typically range from about 1 to 4000. This importance index helps you focus on the most useful words during your language learning process.
The word frequency and importance index indicates how often a word appears in a given language. The smaller the number, the more frequently the word is used. The most frequently used words typically range from about 1 to 4000. This importance index helps you focus on the most useful words during your language learning process.
blant, mellom, i blant
Among meanings in Norwegian
blant
Example:
She was sitting among her friends.
Hun satt blant vennene sine.
The secret was known among a few people.
Hemmeligheten var kjent blant noen få personer.
Usage: informalContext: Used to indicate being part of a group or surrounded by people or things.
Note: This is the most common meaning of 'among' and is often used in everyday conversation.
mellom
Example:
The treasure was hidden among the trees.
Skatten var skjult mellom trærne.
There was a disagreement among the committee members.
Det var en uenighet mellom komiteens medlemmer.
Usage: formal/informalContext: Used to indicate a relationship or position between multiple elements or groups.
Note: 'Mellom' is often used when referring to distinct entities or groups, highlighting their relationship.
i blant
Example:
Among the options, this one is the best.
I blant alternativene er dette det beste.
She is among the top students in her class.
Hun er i blant de beste studentene i klassen.
Usage: formal/informalContext: Used to refer to a selection or subset within a larger group.
Note: This expression emphasizes the idea of being part of a distinguished or notable selection.
Among's synonyms
amid
Amid is used to indicate being surrounded by or in the middle of something.
Example: The children played happily amid the flowers in the garden.
Note: Amid is more specific and highlights being in the middle of a particular situation or location.
amidst
Amidst is similar to amid and also means in the middle of or surrounded by something.
Example: The book was hidden amidst a pile of old magazines.
Note: Amidst is less commonly used in modern English but has a similar meaning to amid.
in the midst of
In the midst of is a more formal way of saying in the middle of or among.
Example: In the midst of the chaos, she remained calm and composed.
Note: In the midst of is a slightly more formal expression compared to among.
surrounded by
Surrounded by indicates being encircled or enclosed by something.
Example: The house was surrounded by tall trees, providing shade in the summer.
Note: Surrounded by emphasizes the presence of elements around a central point or object.
Among expressions, common phrases
Among other things
This phrase is used to introduce additional items or topics within a list.
Example: She enjoys hiking, swimming, and among other things, painting.
Note: It emphasizes that the following items are just a few among many others.
Amongst friends
This phrase means in the presence of or with a group of friends.
Example: He felt comfortable discussing his problems amongst friends.
Note: It implies a sense of belonging and camaraderie within a social circle.
Among the best
This phrase indicates being included in a group of the highest quality or excellence.
Example: Their restaurant is among the best in the city.
Note: It highlights exceptional standing compared to others in the same category.
Among the stars
This phrase refers to being surrounded by or in the company of stars, often used figuratively.
Example: She always dreamed of dancing among the stars.
Note: It conveys a sense of aspiration, wonder, or a dream-like state.
Among the crowd
This phrase means being noticeable or distinguishable within a large group of people.
Example: She stood out among the crowd with her colorful outfit.
Note: It implies standing out or being different from the rest of the group.
Among the few
This phrase refers to being part of a small number or minority within a larger group.
Example: Among the few survivors, she was the youngest.
Note: It emphasizes scarcity or rarity compared to the majority.
Among the living
This phrase means being alive or not deceased.
Example: He was grateful to be among the living after the accident.
Note: It indicates existence in contrast to those who have passed away.
Among everyday (slang) expressions
Amongst
This slang term is a shortened form of 'amongst' and is commonly used in spoken language to indicate inclusion as part of a group or set.
Example: I'm going to the store. Do you want anything amongst the groceries?
Note: The slang term 'amongst' is more casual and colloquial compared to the standard 'among'.
In the middle of
This phrase is a common colloquial alternative to 'among' or 'amid' when describing being part of a situation or action.
Example: We were in the middle of a discussion when she interrupted.
Note: While not slang per se, 'in the middle of' is a more descriptive and direct way to convey a similar meaning to 'among'.
In the company of
This phrase implies being together with or surrounded by a specific group of people or things, indicating a shared presence.
Example: He enjoyed spending time in the company of artists and musicians.
Note: Unlike 'among', 'in the company of' emphasizes the social aspect of being with others, often in a more intentional or curated setting.
Amid the hustle and bustle
This expression conveys the idea of finding tranquility or calmness within a busy or chaotic environment.
Example: She found peace amid the hustle and bustle of the city.
Note: While containing the word 'amid', this phrase adds specificity by highlighting the contrasting elements of noise and activity versus peace and serenity.
Among - Examples
Among the flowers, there was a small butterfly.
Blant blomstene var det en liten sommerfugl.
The book is among the papers on the desk.
Boken er blant papirene på skrivebordet.
She is among the top students in her class.
Hun er blant de beste studentene i klassen sin.
Among grammar
Among - Adposition (Adposition) / Preposition or subordinating conjunction (Preposition or subordinating conjunction)
Lemma: among
Conjugations
Syllables, Separation and Stress
among Contains 1 syllables: among
Phonetic transcription: ə-ˈməŋ
among , ə ˈməŋ (The red syllable is stressed)
Among - Importance and usage frequency
The word frequency and importance index indicates how often a word appears in a given language. The smaller the number, the more frequently the word is used. The most frequently used words typically range from about 1 to 4000.
among: 400 - 500 (Extremely common).
This importance index helps you focus on the most useful words during your language learning process.
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