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English - Norwegian
Around
əˈraʊnd
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.
rundt, omkring, om, nær, i nærheten av
Around meanings in Norwegian
rundt
Example:
We walked around the park.
Vi gikk rundt parken.
There are many shops around here.
Det er mange butikker rundt her.
Usage: informalContext: Used to describe movement in a circular or surrounding manner.
Note: Commonly used in everyday conversation to indicate location or movement.
omkring
Example:
There were rumors going around.
Det var rykter som gikk omkring.
I heard it from someone around.
Jeg hørte det fra noen omkring.
Usage: informalContext: Used to indicate proximity or presence of people or things.
Note: Often used in social contexts to refer to people or information circulating.
om
Example:
We talked about it around dinner.
Vi snakket om det rundt middagen.
He came around to our way of thinking.
Han kom om til vår måte å tenke på.
Usage: formal/informalContext: Used to refer to discussions or ideas that are surrounding a particular topic.
Note: Can indicate a change in opinion or perspective.
nær
Example:
I live around the corner.
Jeg bor nær hjørnet.
There are many friends around.
Det er mange venner nær.
Usage: informalContext: Used to describe proximity or nearness to a location.
Note: Commonly used in casual conversation to refer to nearby locations.
i nærheten av
Example:
There are several restaurants around the area.
Det er flere restauranter i nærheten av området.
Is there a school around here?
Er det en skole i nærheten av her?
Usage: formal/informalContext: Used to describe locations that are close to a certain point.
Note: Useful for asking about or describing nearby places.
Around's synonyms
about
Used to indicate approximate time or quantity.
Example: Let's meet at about 3 o'clock.
Note: About implies a rough estimate or approximation, while around suggests a general area or direction.
approximately
Used to indicate an estimated or rough amount.
Example: The distance is approximately 5 kilometers.
Note: Approximately is more precise in indicating a close estimate, while around can refer to a general vicinity.
near
Close to or in the vicinity of a place.
Example: The store is near the park.
Note: Near specifically indicates proximity, while around can refer to a broader area.
Around expressions, common phrases
Get around
To move from place to place or to be able to travel easily.
Example: She finds it easy to get around the city because she knows all the shortcuts.
Note: The phrase 'get around' emphasizes the action of moving or traveling rather than just being 'around' in a general sense.
Look around
To examine or explore a place or area.
Example: Take your time and look around the store before making a decision.
Note: While 'around' simply indicates a general presence in a location, 'look around' implies actively observing or exploring that location.
Shop around
To compare prices or quality by visiting different stores or sources.
Example: I advise you to shop around before making a big purchase to find the best deal.
Note: This phrase goes beyond just being 'around' stores; it involves actively seeking out different options for comparison.
Hang around
To spend time in a place without any specific purpose.
Example: The teenagers like to hang around the park after school.
Note: While 'around' can simply indicate a presence, 'hang around' implies lingering or loitering without a clear reason.
Turn around
To change direction or reverse a situation.
Example: The company's financial situation started to improve after they made some strategic changes to turn around their business.
Note: In this phrase, 'turn around' suggests a significant change or transformation from a previous state, rather than just being 'around' in a static position.
Run around
To avoid giving a direct answer or to delay or deceive someone.
Example: Stop giving me the run around and tell me the truth!
Note: While 'around' can suggest movement or presence, 'run around' specifically denotes evasiveness or deception in interaction.
Mess around
To waste time or fool around instead of focusing on a task.
Example: We don't have time to mess around; let's get this done quickly and efficiently.
Note: Unlike the neutral connotation of 'around,' 'mess around' implies a lack of seriousness or purpose in one's actions.
Dance around
To avoid discussing or confronting a topic directly.
Example: Stop dancing around the issue and tell me what's really going on.
Note: Similar to 'run around,' 'dance around' suggests avoiding a direct approach or being evasive in communication.
Around everyday (slang) expressions
All around
Refers to being present or situated everywhere or in every part of a place.
Example: She has friends all around the world.
Note: It emphasizes a more widespread presence compared to just 'around.'
Around the clock
Means continuously, 24 hours a day without stopping.
Example: The hospital staff works around the clock to provide care.
Note: It specifies a continuous duration compared to a general 'around.'
Around the bend
Suggests going crazy or becoming mentally unstable.
Example: After hours of hiking, I felt like I was going around the bend.
Note: It is a figurative expression and not to be taken literally.
Around the corner
Means very close, imminent, or likely to happen soon.
Example: The solution to the problem may be just around the corner.
Note: It indicates something closer in time or distance compared to just 'around.'
Around the block
Refers to having a lot of experience or knowledge about something.
Example: I've been around the block a few times; I know how things work.
Note: It suggests a familiarity or expertise gained through experience.
Around the way
Refers to the area or neighborhood where someone is from or spends a lot of time.
Example: He grew up around the way, so he knows the neighborhood well.
Note: It specifies a particular location or community compared to a general 'around.'
Around - Examples
Around the world, people celebrate New Year's Eve in different ways.
Rundt om i verden feirer folk nyttårsaften på forskjellige måter.
She walked around the park for an hour.
Hun gikk rundt i parken i en time.
There are many restaurants around the city center.
Det er mange restauranter rundt sentrum av byen.
Around grammar
Around - Adverb (Adverb) / Adverb (Adverb)
Lemma: around
Conjugations
Adverb (Adverb): around
Syllables, Separation and Stress
around Contains 1 syllables: around
Phonetic transcription: ə-ˈrau̇nd
around , ə ˈrau̇nd (The red syllable is stressed)
Around - 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.
around: 400 - 500 (Extremely common).
This importance index helps you focus on the most useful words during your language learning process.
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