Forklaringsordbok
Engelsk
Set
sɛt
Ekstremt Vanlig
700 - 800
700 - 800
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.
Set -
to put or place something in a particular position
Eksempel: She set the vase on the table.
Bruk: formalKontekst: instructions, formal conversations
Merk: Commonly used in written and spoken English to indicate arranging or positioning something.
to establish, arrange, or decide something
Eksempel: They set a date for the meeting.
Bruk: formalKontekst: organizational settings, planning
Merk: Used to indicate fixing or determining a specific time, place, or condition.
to adjust or regulate something
Eksempel: Please set the temperature to 25 degrees.
Bruk: formal/informalKontekst: settings involving controls or settings
Merk: Commonly used with devices, appliances, or systems to indicate selecting or fixing a specific setting.
to establish or institute something
Eksempel: They set up a new business.
Bruk: formalKontekst: business, projects
Merk: Used to indicate starting or creating something, such as a business, organization, or system.
to focus or direct attention on something
Eksempel: She set her sights on becoming a lawyer.
Bruk: formalKontekst: goals, aspirations
Merk: Commonly used to express determination or ambition towards achieving a particular goal.
Synonymer for Set
put
To place something in a particular position or location.
Eksempel: She put the book on the table.
Merk: Similar to 'set' in terms of action, but 'put' emphasizes the act of placing something in a specific position.
establish
To create or set up something that will last or be recognized.
Eksempel: The company aims to establish a strong presence in the market.
Merk: More formal and implies a sense of permanence compared to 'set.'
arrange
To organize or place things in a particular order or pattern.
Eksempel: She arranged the flowers in a vase.
Merk: Focuses on organizing items in a specific way or order.
fix
To repair, mend, or make something firm or stable.
Eksempel: He fixed the broken chair.
Merk: Emphasizes the act of repairing or making something stable or secure.
appoint
To assign a job or role to someone.
Eksempel: They appointed her as the new manager.
Merk: Specifically refers to assigning a position or role to someone.
Sets uttrykk og vanlige setninger
Set the table
To arrange plates, utensils, and glasses on a table before a meal.
Eksempel: Could you please set the table for dinner?
Merk: The word 'set' here means arranging objects in a particular way.
Set the record straight
To provide accurate information or correct misunderstandings.
Eksempel: I need to set the record straight about what really happened.
Merk: The phrase uses 'set' in a figurative sense to mean establishing the truth.
Set in stone
Something that is fixed and cannot be changed easily.
Eksempel: The plans are not set in stone yet, so changes can still be made.
Merk: This idiom suggests permanence or rigidity, unlike the flexibility of the word 'set'.
Set the stage
To prepare a situation or environment for something to happen.
Eksempel: The opening act really set the stage for an unforgettable performance.
Merk: In this context, 'set' implies creating a favorable or appropriate setting.
Set the tone
To establish a particular mood or attitude for a situation.
Eksempel: Her welcoming speech set a positive tone for the meeting.
Merk: Using 'set' here conveys the idea of influencing the atmosphere or ambiance.
Set a precedent
To establish a standard or example for others to follow.
Eksempel: The court's decision will set a precedent for future cases of a similar nature.
Merk: The phrase 'set a precedent' implies creating a model or guideline.
Set the bar
To establish a high standard or expectation for others to meet or surpass.
Eksempel: Their innovative design really set the bar high for competitors.
Merk: This idiom uses 'set' to indicate establishing a benchmark or measure of comparison.
Set off
To cause something to start, especially suddenly.
Eksempel: The loud noise set off car alarms in the neighborhood.
Merk: In this context, 'set off' means triggering or initiating an action.
Settle down
To relax or make oneself comfortable in a quiet way.
Eksempel: After a long day, it's nice to settle down with a good book.
Merk: The phrase 'settle down' suggests calming oneself or finding a state of rest.
Sets hverdags (slang) uttrykk
All set
Means fully prepared or ready for something.
Eksempel: Are you ready to go? - Yes, I'm all set.
Merk: The slang term implies being ready or prepared, while 'set' alone doesn't emphasize preparedness in this context.
Settle up
To pay a debt or bill, often after a shared expense.
Eksempel: Let's settle up the bill before we leave.
Merk: The slang term specifically refers to resolving financial matters, unlike the general meaning of 'set'.
Set the record
To provide correct information or clarify a situation.
Eksempel: He set the record straight about what happened that night.
Merk: This term is a more casual way of saying 'set the record straight'.
Set - Eksempler
Set the table for dinner.
I bought a set of new dishes.
The teacher gave us a set of math problems to solve.
Sets grammatikk
Set - Verb (Verb) / Verb, grunnform (Verb, base form)
Oppslagsord: set
Bøyinger
Adjektiv (Adjective): set
Substantiv, flertall (Noun, plural): sets, set
Substantiv, entall eller masse (Noun, singular or mass): set
Verb, preteritum (Verb, past tense): set
Verb, perfektum partisipp (Verb, past participle): set
Verb, gerundium eller presens partisipp (Verb, gerund or present participle): setting
Verb, 3. person entall presens (Verb, 3rd person singular present): sets
Verb, grunnform (Verb, base form): set
Verb, presens ikke 3. person entall (Verb, non-3rd person singular present): set
Stavelser, Deling og Beton
set inneholder 1 stavelser: set
Fonemisk transkripsjon: ˈset
set , ˈset (Den røde stavelsen er betont)
Set - 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.
set: 700 - 800 (Ekstremt Vanlig).
Denne viktighetsindeksen hjelper deg med å fokusere på de mest nyttige ordene under språklæringsprosessen din.
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