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Wall

wɔl
Extreem Veelvoorkomend
600 - 700
600 - 700
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τοίχος, τείχος, τοίχος διαίρεσης, τοίχος της φυλακής, τοίχος του μυαλού

Betekenissen van Wall in het Grieks

τοίχος

Voorbeeld:
The wall is painted blue.
Ο τοίχος είναι βαμμένος μπλε.
We need to build a wall for privacy.
Πρέπει να χτίσουμε έναν τοίχο για ιδιωτικότητα.
Gebruik: formal/informalContext: Used in architectural, construction, and everyday conversations regarding buildings.
Opmerking: This is the most common meaning of 'wall', referring to a physical structure that encloses or divides spaces.

τείχος

Voorbeeld:
The ancient city was protected by a strong wall.
Η αρχαία πόλη προστατευόταν από ένα ισχυρό τείχος.
The castle has high walls.
Το κάστρο έχει ψηλά τείχη.
Gebruik: formalContext: Used in historical or military contexts, often to describe fortifications.
Opmerking: This term refers specifically to defensive walls, often associated with castles or ancient cities.

τοίχος διαίρεσης

Voorbeeld:
We put up a partition wall to separate the rooms.
Βάλαμε έναν τοίχο διαίρεσης για να χωρίσουμε τα δωμάτια.
The office has a wall between the two areas.
Το γραφείο έχει έναν τοίχο διαίρεσης μεταξύ των δύο περιοχών.
Gebruik: formalContext: Used in construction and interior design contexts.
Opmerking: This term refers to walls that divide spaces within buildings, often not extending to the ceiling.

τοίχος της φυλακής

Voorbeeld:
He looked out over the prison wall.
Κοίταξε έξω από τον τοίχο της φυλακής.
The prisoners were trying to escape over the wall.
Οι κρατούμενοι προσπαθούσαν να δραπετεύσουν από τον τοίχο.
Gebruik: formalContext: Used in discussions about prisons or confinement.
Opmerking: This phrase specifically refers to the walls of a prison, highlighting the context of imprisonment.

τοίχος του μυαλού

Voorbeeld:
He built a wall around his emotions.
Έχει χτίσει έναν τοίχο γύρω από τα συναισθήματά του.
Sometimes we put up walls to protect ourselves.
Μερικές φορές βάζουμε τοίχους για να προστατευτούμε.
Gebruik: informalContext: Used in psychological or emotional discussions.
Opmerking: This metaphorical use describes emotional barriers people create to shield themselves from hurt.

Synoniemen van Wall

barrier

A barrier is a structure that blocks or impedes movement or access.
Voorbeeld: The barrier was erected to prevent unauthorized entry.
Opmerking: A wall is a specific type of barrier that is typically solid and used to enclose or divide spaces.

partition

A partition is a dividing structure that separates areas within a larger space.
Voorbeeld: The partition between the two offices provided privacy for each employee.
Opmerking: While a wall can be a partition, a partition can also be a temporary or movable structure.

fence

A fence is a barrier made of posts and wire or wood, used to mark a boundary or for protection.
Voorbeeld: The garden was enclosed by a wooden fence.
Opmerking: Fences are typically more open and less solid than walls, often used for marking boundaries or keeping animals in or out.

boundary

A boundary is a line or physical structure that separates one area from another.
Voorbeeld: The stone wall marked the boundary between the two properties.
Opmerking: While a wall can serve as a boundary, a boundary can also be marked by other means such as a fence or natural features.

Uitdrukkingen en veelvoorkomende zinsdelen van Wall

Hit a wall

To hit a wall means to reach a point where progress stops or becomes difficult.
Voorbeeld: I've been working on this project for hours, but I've hit a wall and can't figure out the next step.
Opmerking: The phrase uses 'wall' metaphorically to represent a barrier or obstacle in one's path.

Have one's back against the wall

When someone has their back against the wall, it means they are in a difficult situation with limited options or resources.
Voorbeeld: The company is struggling financially, and we have our backs against the wall trying to find a solution.
Opmerking: The phrase uses 'wall' to symbolize being in a tight or challenging position.

Talk to a brick wall

To talk to a brick wall means to speak to someone who is not listening or understanding.
Voorbeeld: I've tried to explain the situation to him, but it's like talking to a brick wall; he just doesn't listen.
Opmerking: This idiom uses 'brick wall' to emphasize the futility of communicating with someone unresponsive.

Climb the walls

When someone is climbing the walls, they are extremely restless, anxious, or bored.
Voorbeeld: Being stuck indoors all day makes me feel like I'm climbing the walls with boredom.
Opmerking: The phrase uses 'walls' as a metaphor for feeling confined or restricted.

Drive someone up the wall

To drive someone up the wall means to annoy or irritate them greatly.
Voorbeeld: Her constant whining is really driving me up the wall!
Opmerking: The phrase uses 'wall' to convey a sense of frustration or exasperation caused by someone's behavior.

Walls have ears

This phrase warns that private conversations can be overheard or secrets revealed.
Voorbeeld: Be careful what you say, you never know who might be listening; walls have ears.
Opmerking: The idiom uses 'walls' as a way to illustrate the idea that even in seemingly private spaces, information can be leaked.

Break down walls

To break down walls means to overcome barriers or prejudices that separate people.
Voorbeeld: Music has the power to break down walls between people from different cultures and backgrounds.
Opmerking: The phrase uses 'walls' metaphorically to represent divisions or obstacles that hinder understanding or communication.

Dagelijkse (slang) uitdrukkingen van Wall

Off the wall

This slang term means unconventional, crazy, or unexpected. It diverges from the original meaning of 'wall' by emphasizing something that is out of the ordinary or unusual.
Voorbeeld: His ideas are completely off the wall, but sometimes they work out brilliantly.
Opmerking:

The writing on the wall

This term refers to a sign or indication that something is going to happen in the future. It suggests a clear prediction or warning.
Voorbeeld: The company's poor financial reports were the writing on the wall for its impending bankruptcy.
Opmerking:

Bang one's head against a brick wall

To repeatedly try to accomplish something that is futile or challenging. It emphasizes the frustration and lack of progress.
Voorbeeld: I feel like I'm banging my head against a brick wall trying to get my boss to listen to my suggestions.
Opmerking:

Fly on the wall

Refers to being an unnoticed observer of a situation. It suggests the desire to witness or overhear something secretly.
Voorbeeld: I wish I could be a fly on the wall during that meeting to learn what really happened.
Opmerking:

Wallflower

Describes a shy or introverted person who tends to remain in the background. It diverges from the original meaning of 'wall' by alluding to someone who avoids the spotlight.
Voorbeeld: She used to be a wallflower at parties, but now she's the life of the party.
Opmerking:

Run into a brick wall

To encounter a difficult obstacle or challenge that hinders progress. It emphasizes a sense of being stuck or blocked.
Voorbeeld: I've run into a brick wall with this project, I can't seem to make any progress.
Opmerking:

Against the wall

In a challenging or difficult situation where there is little room for further setbacks. It suggests being in a tough position with limited options.
Voorbeeld: Our team is against the wall in this competition, but we're not giving up.
Opmerking:

Wall - Voorbeelden

The wall is made of bricks.
Ο τοίχος είναι φτιαγμένος από τούβλα.
The castle had thick walls.
Το κάστρο είχε παχύ τοίχους.
The village is surrounded by walls.
Το χωριό είναι περιτριγυρισμένο από τοίχους.

Grammatica van Wall

Wall - Zelfstandig naamwoord (Noun) / Zelfstandig naamwoord, enkelvoudig of massa (Noun, singular or mass)
Lemma: wall
Vervoegingen
Zelfstandig naamwoord, meervoud (Noun, plural): walls
Zelfstandig naamwoord, enkelvoudig of massa (Noun, singular or mass): wall
Werkwoord, verleden tijd (Verb, past tense): walled
Werkwoord, gerundium of tegenwoordig deelwoord (Verb, gerund or present participle): walling
Werkwoord, 3e persoon enkelvoud tegenwoordige tijd (Verb, 3rd person singular present): walls
Werkwoord, basisvorm (Verb, base form): wall
Werkwoord, tegenwoordige tijd niet 3e persoon enkelvoud (Verb, non-3rd person singular present): wall
Lettergrepen, Woordafbreking en Klemtoon
wall bevat 1 lettergrepen: wall
Fonetische transcriptie: ˈwȯl
wall , ˈwȯl (De rode lettergreep is benadrukt)

Wall - Belangrijkheid en gebruiksfrequentie

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