Dictionary
English - Norwegian
Population
ˌpɑpjəˈleɪʃ(ə)n
Extremely common
600 - 700
600 - 700
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.
Befolkning, Innbyggere, Befolkningsgruppe
Population meanings in Norwegian
Befolkning
Example:
The population of Norway is about 5 million.
Befolkningen i Norge er omtrent 5 millioner.
The city's population has increased significantly over the years.
Byens befolkning har økt betydelig over årene.
Usage: FormalContext: Used in demographic studies, statistics, and discussions about communities.
Note: This is the most common meaning and is used widely in both written and spoken contexts.
Innbyggere
Example:
The residents of the area are friendly.
Innbyggerne i området er vennlige.
The local population enjoys various cultural events.
Den lokale befolkningen nyter ulike kulturelle arrangementer.
Usage: InformalContext: Commonly used in everyday conversation when referring to people living in a specific place.
Note: This term emphasizes the people living in a specific area rather than the statistical aspect.
Befolkningsgruppe
Example:
This study focuses on a specific population group.
Denne studien fokuserer på en spesifikk befolkningsgruppe.
Different population groups have different needs.
Ulike befolkningsgrupper har ulike behov.
Usage: FormalContext: Used in social sciences, health studies, and discussions about demographics.
Note: This term is often used in academic or research contexts to refer to subgroups within a larger population.
Population's synonyms
community
A community refers to a group of people living in the same area or sharing common interests, values, or goals. It can be a smaller and more closely-knit group compared to a population.
Example: The community gathered to discuss the new development plans.
Note: A community implies a sense of shared identity or connection among its members.
residents
Residents are individuals who live in a particular place, such as a town or city. This term emphasizes the people who inhabit a specific area.
Example: The residents of the neighborhood organized a cleanup campaign.
Note: Residents specifically refer to individuals living in a certain location, whereas a population can encompass a broader group of people.
inhabitants
Inhabitants are people who live in a particular place or region. This term emphasizes the idea of occupying or dwelling in a specific area.
Example: The island's inhabitants rely on fishing for their livelihood.
Note: Inhabitants specifically focus on the people residing in a particular location, highlighting their presence and relationship to the environment.
citizens
Citizens are legal members of a country who have specific rights and responsibilities within that nation. This term emphasizes the political and legal status of the individuals.
Example: The citizens of the country exercised their right to vote in the election.
Note: Citizens typically refer to individuals with legal ties to a specific country or state, highlighting their rights and duties as members of that community.
Population expressions, common phrases
bursting at the seams
This idiom means that a place or area is extremely full or overcrowded.
Example: The city is bursting at the seams with its growing population.
Note: This phrase conveys a sense of overcrowding or excessiveness beyond the normal capacity, which is not directly related to the word 'population.'
the masses
This phrase refers to the majority of people in society, especially in the context of social, economic, or political matters.
Example: Education is crucial for uplifting the masses in developing countries.
Note: While 'population' refers to the total number of people, 'the masses' specifically emphasizes the collective body of ordinary people within that population.
boomtown
A boomtown is a place experiencing rapid growth and prosperity, often due to an influx of population or economic activity.
Example: The discovery of oil turned the quiet town into a booming metropolis.
Note: This term focuses on the rapid growth and economic prosperity associated with an increasing population, rather than just the numerical count of people.
a drop in the bucket
This idiom means a very small part of something much larger or a very small amount in comparison to what is needed.
Example: The government's efforts to reduce pollution are just a drop in the bucket compared to the scale of the problem.
Note: While 'population' refers to the total number of individuals, 'a drop in the bucket' emphasizes the insignificance of a small portion relative to a larger context.
melting pot
A melting pot refers to a place where different cultures, races, or ethnicities are mixed together while still retaining their distinct identities.
Example: New York City is known as a melting pot of cultures, with a diverse population from around the world.
Note: This phrase highlights the diversity and cultural blending within a population, going beyond just the numerical count of individuals.
critical mass
Critical mass refers to the point at which there are enough people or resources to produce a significant effect or result.
Example: The environmental movement reached critical mass when people from all walks of life joined in.
Note: Unlike 'population' which simply denotes the total number of individuals, 'critical mass' emphasizes the threshold needed to trigger a specific outcome or impact.
off the beaten path
This idiom means away from the usual tourist or popular areas, often referring to a remote or less-traveled location.
Example: They decided to build their eco-friendly resort off the beaten path to escape the crowded tourist areas.
Note: While 'population' focuses on the number of people in a given area, 'off the beaten path' emphasizes the remoteness or unconventional nature of a location.
in the minority
Being in the minority means being part of a smaller number or proportion within a larger group.
Example: Despite being in the minority, their views on the issue were heard and respected.
Note: While 'population' refers to the total number of individuals, 'in the minority' highlights the relative size or proportion of a particular group within that population.
Population everyday (slang) expressions
populous
Populous is a more formal term used to describe a place with a large population.
Example: California is one of the most populous states in the US.
Note: Populous is more formal and often used in written language compared to 'population.'
pop
'Pop' is a shortened informal version of 'population.'
Example: The pop of the city increased significantly over the last decade.
Note: Pop is a more casual and informal term compared to 'population.'
headcount
Headcount refers to the total number of people present or participating in a particular group or event.
Example: The headcount at the event was over 500 people.
Note: Headcount is more specific and refers to counting individuals, unlike the general term 'population.'
crowd
Crowd is a colloquial term referring to a large group of people in a specific location or event.
Example: The concert attracted a huge crowd.
Note: Crowd tends to focus more on people gathering in a specific place compared to the broader term 'population.'
folks
Folks is an informal term used to refer to people or residents of a particular place.
Example: The folks in this town are friendly and welcoming.
Note: Folks is a more friendly and personable term compared to the neutral term 'population.'
resident
Resident refers to people who live in a specific place or community.
Example: The residents of this neighborhood are happy with the new park.
Note: Resident specifically denotes people living in a particular area, unlike the general term 'population.'
citizenry
Citizenry refers to all the citizens of a country or community collectively.
Example: The citizenry of this country enjoys certain rights and privileges.
Note: Citizenry specifically refers to the citizens of a place, emphasizing their legal status, unlike the broader term 'population.'
Population - Examples
The population of Hungary is around 9.8 million.
Befolkningen i Ungarn er rundt 9,8 millioner.
The city's population has been steadily increasing over the past decade.
Befolkningen i byen har økt jevnt de siste ti årene.
The population of endangered species is a major concern for conservationists.
Befolkningen av truede arter er en stor bekymring for naturvernere.
Population grammar
Population - Noun (Noun) / Noun, singular or mass (Noun, singular or mass)
Lemma: population
Conjugations
Noun, plural (Noun, plural): populations, population
Noun, singular or mass (Noun, singular or mass): population
Syllables, Separation and Stress
population Contains 4 syllables: pop • u • la • tion
Phonetic transcription: ˌpä-pyə-ˈlā-shən
pop u la tion , ˌpä pyə ˈlā shən (The red syllable is stressed)
Population - 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.
population: 600 - 700 (Extremely common).
This importance index helps you focus on the most useful words during your language learning process.
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