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English - Swedish
Determine
dəˈtərmən
Extremely common
800 - 900
800 - 900
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.
bestämma, fastställa, avgöra, konstatera
Determine meanings in Swedish
bestämma
Example:
I need to determine what to wear today.
Jag måste bestämma vad jag ska ha på mig idag.
They determined the winner of the contest.
De bestämde vinnaren av tävlingen.
Usage: informalContext: Commonly used in everyday situations where choices or decisions are made.
Note: This is the most common translation and is used in both formal and informal contexts.
fastställa
Example:
The doctor will determine your diagnosis after the tests.
Läkaren kommer att fastställa din diagnos efter testerna.
We need to determine the effects of this policy.
Vi behöver fastställa effekterna av denna politik.
Usage: formalContext: Used in scientific, medical, and legal contexts where precise conclusions are drawn.
Note: This term is more formal and is often used in academic or technical discussions.
avgöra
Example:
The referee will determine the outcome of the match.
Domaren kommer att avgöra matchens utgång.
We need to determine the best course of action.
Vi behöver avgöra den bästa handlingsplanen.
Usage: informalContext: Used in contexts related to decisions, outcomes, or judgments.
Note: This is often used in competitive or evaluative situations.
konstatera
Example:
He was able to determine the problem quickly.
Han kunde konstatera problemet snabbt.
The report aims to determine the current situation.
Rapporten syftar till att konstatera den aktuella situationen.
Usage: formalContext: Commonly used in analytical contexts where observations are made.
Note: This term implies a conclusion based on observations and is often used in reports and analyses.
Determine's synonyms
decide
To decide means to make a choice or come to a conclusion after considering various options or factors. It is similar to determining but often involves a final choice.
Example: I need to decide which university to attend.
Note: Decide often implies making a final choice, while determine can involve reaching a conclusion or finding a solution.
establish
To establish means to set up, create, or prove something. It can involve confirming or proving a fact or relationship.
Example: The researchers were able to establish a link between the two variables.
Note: Establish focuses more on creating or confirming something, while determine can involve finding an answer or solution.
ascertain
To ascertain means to find out for certain or to make sure of something. It often involves confirming information or details.
Example: The detective needed to ascertain the identity of the suspect.
Note: Ascertain emphasizes ensuring or confirming information, while determine can involve making a decision or reaching a conclusion.
resolve
To resolve means to find a solution to a problem or dispute. It can involve addressing and settling a matter.
Example: We must resolve the issue before moving forward.
Note: Resolve focuses on finding a solution or settling a matter, while determine can involve reaching a decision or conclusion.
Determine expressions, common phrases
Determine the outcome
To decide or establish the result or conclusion of a particular situation or event.
Example: The final match will determine the outcome of the tournament.
Note: The focus is on reaching a final decision or result.
Determine one's fate
To have a decisive influence on what will happen to someone in the future.
Example: His choices will determine his fate in the company.
Note: Emphasizes the impact of choices on future events.
Determine the cause
To find out or establish the reason or origin of something.
Example: The investigation aims to determine the cause of the fire.
Note: Focuses on identifying the root or origin of a problem or situation.
Determined to succeed
Having a strong desire and firm intention to achieve a specific goal.
Example: She is determined to succeed in her new business venture.
Note: Reflects a strong resolve or commitment towards achieving a goal.
Determine the best course of action
To decide on the most suitable or effective plan or approach to take in a given situation.
Example: We need to determine the best course of action for the project.
Note: Involves selecting the most appropriate path forward among available options.
Determine the truth
To ascertain or establish the actual facts or reality of a matter.
Example: The jury must determine the truth based on the evidence presented.
Note: Involves discovering the objective reality or facts of a situation.
Determined by circumstances
To be influenced or decided by the specific conditions or factors present in a situation.
Example: The outcome was determined by circumstances beyond our control.
Note: Highlights the external factors that shape the outcome.
Determine everyday (slang) expressions
Call the shots
To be in control and make the important decisions.
Example: In this project, the manager calls the shots and determines the direction the team takes.
Note: This phrase emphasizes the authority and power to make decisions.
Crunch the numbers
To analyze data or perform calculations to reach a conclusion.
Example: Let's crunch the numbers to determine if this investment is profitable.
Note: This slang term specifically refers to analyzing numerical data.
Figure out
To discover or understand something, often through reasoning or investigation.
Example: I need to figure out how to determine the solution to this math problem.
Note: It implies a process of discovery or problem-solving.
Play it by ear
To decide on a course of action at the last minute based on how a situation develops.
Example: I'm not sure what time we'll leave, so let's play it by ear and determine later.
Note: This phrase suggests a flexible and spontaneous approach to decision-making.
Size up
To assess or evaluate a situation or person.
Example: He quickly sized up the situation to determine the best way to handle it.
Note: It focuses on making a judgment or assessment of something.
Determine - Examples
Determine the best course of action.
Bestäm den bästa handlingsplanen.
The weather will determine whether we go to the beach or not.
Vädret kommer att bestämma om vi går till stranden eller inte.
Your attitude will determine your success.
Din attityd kommer att bestämma din framgång.
Determine grammar
Determine - Verb (Verb) / Verb, base form (Verb, base form)
Lemma: determine
Conjugations
Verb, past tense (Verb, past tense): determined
Verb, gerund or present participle (Verb, gerund or present participle): determining
Verb, 3rd person singular present (Verb, 3rd person singular present): determines
Verb, base form (Verb, base form): determine
Verb, non-3rd person singular present (Verb, non-3rd person singular present): determine
Syllables, Separation and Stress
determine Contains 3 syllables: de • ter • mine
Phonetic transcription: di-ˈtər-mən
de ter mine , di ˈtər mən (The red syllable is stressed)
Determine - 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.
determine: 800 - 900 (Extremely common).
This importance index helps you focus on the most useful words during your language learning process.
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