Forklaringsordbok
Engelsk
Can
kæn
Ekstremt Vanlig
0 - 100
0 - 100
Ordets frekvens- og betydningsindeks indikerer hvor ofte et ord dukker opp i et gitt språk. Jo mindre tallet er, desto oftere brukes ordet. De mest brukte ordene varierer vanligvis fra omtrent 1 til 4000. Denne viktighetsindeksen hjelper deg med å fokusere på de mest nyttige ordene under språklæringsprosessen din.
Ordets frekvens- og betydningsindeks indikerer hvor ofte et ord dukker opp i et gitt språk. Jo mindre tallet er, desto oftere brukes ordet. De mest brukte ordene varierer vanligvis fra omtrent 1 til 4000. Denne viktighetsindeksen hjelper deg med å fokusere på de mest nyttige ordene under språklæringsprosessen din.
Can -
Ability or capacity to do something
Eksempel: I can speak Spanish fluently.
Bruk: informalKontekst: daily conversations
Merk: Expresses capability or skill
Permission or possibility
Eksempel: Can I borrow your pen?
Bruk: formal/informalKontekst: asking for permission or inquiring about possibility
Merk: Used to seek approval or inquire about feasibility
Request or offer to do something
Eksempel: Can I help you with your bags?
Bruk: formal/informalKontekst: offering assistance or making a polite request
Merk: Commonly used for polite interactions
Expression of doubt or disbelief
Eksempel: He can't be serious about that.
Bruk: informalKontekst: expressing skepticism or disbelief
Merk: Used to show skepticism or doubt
Possibility or likelihood
Eksempel: It can get quite cold in the mountains.
Bruk: formalKontekst: discussing potential outcomes
Merk: Used to indicate potential situations
Synonymer for Can
May
May is used to express permission or possibility.
Eksempel: You may leave the room now.
Merk: May is more formal and polite compared to can.
Could
Could is the past tense of can and is used to indicate possibility or ability in a polite way.
Eksempel: Could you help me with this task?
Merk: Could is more polite and formal than can.
Be able to
Be able to is used to indicate capability or possibility.
Eksempel: I will be able to attend the meeting tomorrow.
Merk: Be able to is often used in more formal or professional contexts.
Allowed to
Allowed to is used to indicate permission or authorization.
Eksempel: You are allowed to bring one guest to the event.
Merk: Allowed to is more specific in terms of permission compared to can.
Have the ability to
Have the ability to is used to highlight someone's capability or skill.
Eksempel: She has the ability to speak multiple languages.
Merk: Have the ability to emphasizes a particular skill or talent.
Cans uttrykk og vanlige setninger
Can't wait
Expresses excitement or anticipation for something in the future.
Eksempel: I can't wait to see you tomorrow!
Merk: The original word 'can' is used to indicate ability or permission, while 'can't wait' expresses eagerness.
Can't stand
To strongly dislike or have an intense aversion to something.
Eksempel: I can't stand the hot weather.
Merk: While 'can' is about ability, 'can't stand' is about strong feelings of dislike.
Can of worms
Refers to a complicated situation or set of problems that arise when a seemingly simple issue is addressed.
Eksempel: Bringing up that topic opened a whole new can of worms.
Merk: This idiom uses 'can' as a metaphorical container for a difficult situation, not related to ability or permission.
Kick the can down the road
To postpone dealing with a problem or making a decision, often leading to further issues later.
Eksempel: They decided to kick the can down the road and delay the decision.
Merk: The phrase uses 'can' as a symbol for the issue being avoided, not in the context of ability or permission.
In the can
Refers to something being completed or finished, usually in a satisfactory manner.
Eksempel: The project is in the can, ready for release.
Merk: This phrase uses 'can' to mean 'completed' or 'achieved,' not in the sense of ability or permission.
Can do
Indicates a positive and enthusiastic willingness or readiness to tackle challenges.
Eksempel: I have a positive attitude and a can-do spirit.
Merk: The phrase 'can do' emphasizes a positive attitude rather than just the ability to do something.
Tin can
A metal container typically used for food or beverages.
Eksempel: He collected old tin cans to recycle them.
Merk: While 'can' refers to the ability to do something, 'tin can' is a specific type of container.
Canned response
A pre-prepared or automated response that lacks personalization or genuine engagement.
Eksempel: The customer service representative gave a canned response to my complaint.
Merk: This phrase uses 'canned' to mean 'pre-packaged' or 'standardized,' not related to the original meaning of 'can.'
Cans hverdags (slang) uttrykk
Canned
Refers to something that is pre-prepared, rehearsed, or lacking originality, often used in the context of responses or speeches.
Eksempel: I don't want to hear any canned responses, I want your honest opinion.
Merk: The slang 'Canned' is derived from the idea of something being mass-produced and lackluster, contrasting with fresh or authentic content.
Canoodle
To engage in amorous behavior, hugging, kissing, or showing physical affection, usually in a playful or discreet manner.
Eksempel: I saw them canoodling in the park yesterday.
Merk: The slang term 'Canoodle' is more informal and playful compared to 'kissing' or 'being affectionate', often used to convey a sense of intimacy.
Candy-ass
A derogatory term suggesting someone is weak, cowardly, or overly cautious.
Eksempel: Stop being a candy-ass and take some risks for once!
Merk: The slang 'Candy-ass' is a harsher and more confrontational way to criticize someone's lack of courage, compared to using milder terms like 'timid' or 'hesitant'.
Cannonball
A type of jump into water where the person holds their body tightly like a ball, common in swimming pools.
Eksempel: Let's take a cannonball into the pool!
Merk: The slang 'Cannonball' specifically refers to a particular style of jumping into water, distinct from regular diving or jumping techniques.
Canny
Having shrewdness, astuteness, or a clever ability to assess situations and make advantageous decisions.
Eksempel: She's a canny negotiator, always getting the best deals.
Merk: The slang 'Canny' implies a level of intelligence and cunning in one's actions, suggesting a strategic mindset different from simply being 'wise' or 'intuitive'.
Canuck
A slang term referring to a Canadian person, often used affectionately or informally.
Eksempel: The hockey team is filled with talented Canuck players.
Merk: The slang 'Canuck' is a colloquial term for Canadians, sometimes used in a lighthearted or friendly manner, different from the more formal 'Canadian'.
Can - Eksempler
I can swim.
Can you help me?
She can speak French fluently.
We can go to the park tomorrow.
Cans grammatikk
Can - Hjelpeverb (Auxiliary) / Modalt verb (Modal)
Oppslagsord: can
Bøyinger
Verb, grunnform (Verb, base form): can
Verb, preteritum (Verb, past tense): could
Stavelser, Deling og Beton
Can inneholder 1 stavelser: can
Fonemisk transkripsjon: kən
can , kən (Den røde stavelsen er betont)
Can - Betydning og bruksfrekvens
Ordets frekvens- og betydningsindeks indikerer hvor ofte et ord dukker opp i et gitt språk. Jo mindre tallet er, desto oftere brukes ordet. De mest brukte ordene varierer vanligvis fra omtrent 1 til 4000.
Can: 0 - 100 (Ekstremt Vanlig).
Denne viktighetsindeksen hjelper deg med å fokusere på de mest nyttige ordene under språklæringsprosessen din.
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