Dictionary
English - Swedish
Claim
kleɪm
Extremely common
800 - 900
800 - 900
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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.
krav, påstående, äga, anspråk
Claim meanings in Swedish
krav
Example:
He made a claim for compensation after the accident.
Han gjorde ett krav på ersättning efter olyckan.
The company filed a claim for damages.
Företaget lämnade in ett krav på skadestånd.
Usage: formalContext: Legal or financial situations where someone is seeking compensation or asserting rights.
Note: This meaning is often used in legal contexts. 'Krav' can refer to demands or requests in various situations.
påstående
Example:
She made a claim about the effectiveness of the product.
Hon gjorde ett påstående om produktens effektivitet.
The scientist's claim was backed by research.
Forskning stödde vetenskapsmannens påstående.
Usage: formal/informalContext: Used in discussions or debates, particularly when someone asserts something they believe to be true.
Note: This meaning highlights the assertion of information or beliefs, and 'påstående' can vary in strength depending on context.
äga
Example:
He claims to own the land.
Han påstår sig äga marken.
She claims the title of champion.
Hon gör anspråk på titeln som mästare.
Usage: informalContext: Used in situations where someone asserts ownership or rights over something.
Note: This meaning focuses on asserting ownership or control, often used in competitive contexts.
anspråk
Example:
They have a legitimate claim to the property.
De har ett legitimt anspråk på egendomen.
His claim to fame is his unique invention.
Hans anspråk på berömmelse är hans unika uppfinning.
Usage: formalContext: In contexts where someone asserts a right or entitlement, often related to property or recognition.
Note: This meaning is often associated with formal rights or entitlements, and can imply a stronger assertion compared to 'krav'.
Claim's synonyms
assert
To state with confidence or force; to declare
Example: She asserted that she had completed the project on time.
Note: Assert is more forceful and confident than claim.
allege
To assert without proof; to declare with confidence but without evidence
Example: The witness alleged that he saw the suspect at the scene of the crime.
Note: Allege implies making a statement without necessarily providing evidence.
declare
To make known formally or officially; to announce
Example: He declared his intention to run for office.
Note: Declare often implies a more formal or official statement compared to claim.
maintain
To assert or defend as true; to uphold or support
Example: The company maintains that their product is the best in the market.
Note: Maintain suggests a continuous assertion or defense of a position.
contend
To assert or argue a point; to claim as a belief
Example: The author contends that his novel is a work of fiction, not autobiography.
Note: Contend often implies actively arguing or defending a position.
Claim expressions, common phrases
Stake a claim
To assert one's right to something, typically a piece of land or a position.
Example: The settlers staked their claim to the land by building fences around it.
Note: This phrase implies taking an active step to establish ownership or rights.
Claim to fame
Something that makes a person or thing well-known or noteworthy.
Example: Her claim to fame is being the youngest player to win the championship.
Note: This phrase refers to the specific reason for someone or something being famous or notable.
Claim victory
To assert or declare that one has won a competition or battle.
Example: The team claimed victory in the final minutes of the game.
Note: This phrase specifically relates to winning in a competitive context.
Lay claim to
To assert ownership or rights over something, often in a formal or official manner.
Example: The company laid claim to the invention, stating it was developed by their team.
Note: This phrase emphasizes the act of formally declaring ownership or rights.
Disputed claim
A claim or assertion that is challenged or not accepted by all parties involved.
Example: The insurance company denied the payment due to a disputed claim of the damages.
Note: This phrase highlights that the validity of the claim is being questioned or contested.
Claim innocence
To assert that one is not guilty of a crime or wrongdoing.
Example: The accused continued to claim innocence despite the evidence presented in court.
Note: This phrase specifically relates to denying responsibility for an alleged action.
Claim a refund
To demand or request the return of money paid for a product or service.
Example: Customers can claim a refund within 30 days of purchase if they are not satisfied with the product.
Note: This phrase refers to the action of requesting a reimbursement of money.
Claim everyday (slang) expressions
Call dibs
To claim ownership or preference for something before others can.
Example: I called dibs on the last piece of pizza!
Note: Informal way of claiming something in a group setting.
Bag
To claim or secure something for oneself, often before others.
Example: I bagged the best seat in the house.
Note: Casual way of staking a claim on something.
Snag
To claim or obtain something, usually in a lucky or opportunistic manner.
Example: I managed to snag a free ticket to the concert.
Note: Implies getting hold of something unexpectedly or with luck.
Score
To successfully obtain or achieve something of value.
Example: I scored an extra day off work.
Note: Uses a sports-related term to show gaining something desired.
Nab
To capture or secure something quickly or skillfully.
Example: I nabbed the last copy of the book before it sold out.
Note: Conveys acting swiftly to claim or acquire something.
Swiped
To take something, especially by moving quickly or unexpectedly.
Example: She swiped the job opportunity away from me.
Note: Suggests taking something by surprise or without permission.
Claim - Examples
Claim: She filed a claim for damages.
Krav: Hon lämnade in ett krav på skadestånd.
Claim: He made a claim to the throne.
Krav: Han gjorde ett krav på tronen.
Claim: The company's claim that their product is the best is disputed.
Krav: Företagets påstående att deras produkt är den bästa ifrågasätts.
Claim grammar
Claim - Verb (Verb) / Verb, base form (Verb, base form)
Lemma: claim
Conjugations
Noun, plural (Noun, plural): claims
Noun, singular or mass (Noun, singular or mass): claim
Verb, past tense (Verb, past tense): claimed
Verb, gerund or present participle (Verb, gerund or present participle): claiming
Verb, 3rd person singular present (Verb, 3rd person singular present): claims
Verb, base form (Verb, base form): claim
Verb, non-3rd person singular present (Verb, non-3rd person singular present): claim
Syllables, Separation and Stress
claim Contains 1 syllables: claim
Phonetic transcription: ˈklām
claim , ˈklām (The red syllable is stressed)
Claim - 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.
claim: 800 - 900 (Extremely common).
This importance index helps you focus on the most useful words during your language learning process.