Definitionsordbok
Engelska

Keep

kip
Extremt Vanlig
100 - 200
100 - 200
Ordets frekvens- och betydelseindex indikerar hur ofta ett ord förekommer i ett givet språk. Ju mindre antalet är, desto oftare används ordet. De vanligast använda orden sträcker sig vanligtvis från cirka 1 till 4000. Detta betydelseindex hjälper dig att fokusera på de mest användbara orden under din språkinlärningsprocess.

Keep -

To have or retain possession of something

Exempel: I will keep the book after I finish reading it.
Användning: formalSammanhang: academic or professional settings
Notera: Commonly used in written and spoken English to indicate ownership or possession.

To continue doing something or to persist in a state or activity

Exempel: I will keep studying until I pass the exam.
Användning: formal/informalSammanhang: educational or personal development contexts
Notera: This usage implies determination and perseverance in achieving a goal.

To store or put something in a particular place for future use

Exempel: I keep my keys on the hook by the door.
Användning: informalSammanhang: domestic or household settings
Notera: Commonly used in everyday conversations to talk about organizing personal belongings.

To maintain or take care of something or someone

Exempel: She keeps her garden beautiful by watering it regularly.
Användning: formal/informalSammanhang: gardening or caregiving contexts
Notera: This meaning is often used in the context of looking after something to keep it in good condition.

To observe or follow a rule, promise, or agreement

Exempel: You must keep your promises if you want to be trusted.
Användning: formalSammanhang: professional or legal contexts
Notera: This usage is common in formal settings to emphasize the importance of honoring commitments.

Synonymer för Keep

Retain

To keep possession of something or continue to have something.
Exempel: He decided to retain the old furniture in the living room.
Notera: Retain implies holding onto something for a longer period or maintaining possession.

Maintain

To keep something in a particular state or condition.
Exempel: It is essential to maintain a healthy lifestyle.
Notera: Maintain often refers to preserving or upholding a certain standard or condition.

Preserve

To protect or keep something in its original state or form.
Exempel: They used special techniques to preserve the ancient artifacts.
Notera: Preserve suggests protecting something from harm or decay to maintain its original state.

Conserve

To use something carefully or protect it from being used up or destroyed.
Exempel: We need to conserve water during the dry season.
Notera: Conserve often relates to the careful use or protection of resources to prevent waste or depletion.

Store

To keep something in a particular place for future use.
Exempel: She likes to store her winter clothes in vacuum-sealed bags.
Notera: Store specifically refers to keeping items in a designated place for safekeeping or organization.

Keeps uttryck och vanliga fraser

Keep up

To continue at the same pace or level as before.
Exempel: I need to keep up with my studies to pass the exam.
Notera: This phrase implies maintaining a certain standard or rate of progress.

Keep in mind

To remember or consider something.
Exempel: Keep in mind that not everyone will agree with your opinions.
Notera: This phrase emphasizes the act of remembering or being aware of something.

Keep on

To continue doing something without stopping.
Exempel: I will keep on practicing until I get better at playing the guitar.
Notera: This phrase suggests persistence in an action or behavior.

Keep it up

To continue doing something well or making progress.
Exempel: You're doing great in your new job - keep it up!
Notera: This phrase is used to encourage someone to maintain their current positive behavior or effort.

Keep away

To stay at a distance from someone or something.
Exempel: Keep away from the edge of the cliff for your safety.
Notera: This phrase indicates maintaining a physical separation or distance.

Keep to oneself

To stay private or not interact much with others.
Exempel: He tends to keep to himself at social gatherings.
Notera: This phrase suggests a preference for solitude or privacy.

Keep under wraps

To keep something secret or confidential.
Exempel: The company is keeping the new product launch under wraps until next month.
Notera: This phrase implies actively concealing information or plans from others.

Keeps vardagliga (slang) uttryck

Keep it real

This slang term means to be genuine, authentic, and honest in interactions.
Exempel: I always try to keep it real with my friends and never pretend to be someone I'm not.
Notera: While 'keep' generally refers to retaining or maintaining something, 'keep it real' focuses on being truthful and authentic.

Keep it chill

To keep things calm, relaxed, or low-key.
Exempel: Let's just keep it chill and relax this weekend.
Notera: In this context, 'keep it chill' suggests maintaining a relaxed atmosphere rather than actively preserving something.

Keep someone in check

To control or monitor someone's behavior, actions, or excesses.
Exempel: He always keeps me in check when I start getting too carried away.
Notera: Contrary to 'keep' meaning to hold onto or safeguard, 'keep someone in check' is about managing or regulating someone's behavior.

Keep it 100

To be completely honest, genuine, and real in all aspects.
Exempel: She always keeps it 100 with everyone, never sugarcoating the truth.
Notera: While 'keep' signifies retention or maintenance, 'keep it 100' emphasizes being straightforward and truthful.

Keep an eye on

To watch or monitor something closely for safety or security purposes.
Exempel: Could you keep an eye on my bag while I run to the restroom?
Notera: In this slang term, 'keep' denotes vigilance or surveillance rather than merely retaining or holding.

Keep it down

To lower the volume or intensity of sound or activity.
Exempel: Sorry for the noise, I'll keep it down from now on.
Notera: Rather than preserving or maintaining, 'keep it down' is about reducing or moderating noise.

Keep tabs on

To monitor, track, or keep oneself informed about something or someone.
Exempel: I like to keep tabs on my favorite team's performance throughout the season.
Notera: Unlike the general meaning of 'keep' as preserving, 'keep tabs on' implies actively staying updated or informed about a subject.

Keep - Exempel

Can you keep a secret?
It's important to keep your passport in a safe place.
Keep the change!

Keeps grammatik

Keep - Verb (Verb) / Verb, grundform (Verb, base form)
Lemma: keep
Böjningar
Substantiv, plural (Noun, plural): keeps, keep
Substantiv, singular eller massa (Noun, singular or mass): keep
Verb, dåtid (Verb, past tense): kept
Verb, perfekt particip (Verb, past participle): kept
Verb, gerundium eller presens particip (Verb, gerund or present participle): keeping
Verb, 3:e person singular presens (Verb, 3rd person singular present): keeps
Verb, grundform (Verb, base form): keep
Verb, presens inte 3:e person singular (Verb, non-3rd person singular present): keep
Stavelser, Avgränsning och Betoning
Keep innehåller 1 stavelser: keep
Fonetik transkription: ˈkēp
keep , ˈkēp (Den röda stavelsen är betonad)

Keep - Betydelse och användningsfrekvens

Ordets frekvens- och betydelseindex indikerar hur ofta ett ord förekommer i ett givet språk. Ju mindre antalet är, desto oftare används ordet. De vanligast använda orden sträcker sig vanligtvis från cirka 1 till 4000.
Keep: 100 - 200 (Extremt Vanlig).
Detta betydelseindex hjälper dig att fokusera på de mest användbara orden under din språkinlärningsprocess.
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