Definitionsordbok
Engelska
Set
sɛt
Extremt Vanlig
700 - 800
700 - 800
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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.
Set -
to put or place something in a particular position
Exempel: She set the vase on the table.
Användning: formalSammanhang: instructions, formal conversations
Notera: Commonly used in written and spoken English to indicate arranging or positioning something.
to establish, arrange, or decide something
Exempel: They set a date for the meeting.
Användning: formalSammanhang: organizational settings, planning
Notera: Used to indicate fixing or determining a specific time, place, or condition.
to adjust or regulate something
Exempel: Please set the temperature to 25 degrees.
Användning: formal/informalSammanhang: settings involving controls or settings
Notera: Commonly used with devices, appliances, or systems to indicate selecting or fixing a specific setting.
to establish or institute something
Exempel: They set up a new business.
Användning: formalSammanhang: business, projects
Notera: Used to indicate starting or creating something, such as a business, organization, or system.
to focus or direct attention on something
Exempel: She set her sights on becoming a lawyer.
Användning: formalSammanhang: goals, aspirations
Notera: Commonly used to express determination or ambition towards achieving a particular goal.
Synonymer för Set
put
To place something in a particular position or location.
Exempel: She put the book on the table.
Notera: 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.
Exempel: The company aims to establish a strong presence in the market.
Notera: More formal and implies a sense of permanence compared to 'set.'
arrange
To organize or place things in a particular order or pattern.
Exempel: She arranged the flowers in a vase.
Notera: Focuses on organizing items in a specific way or order.
fix
To repair, mend, or make something firm or stable.
Exempel: He fixed the broken chair.
Notera: Emphasizes the act of repairing or making something stable or secure.
appoint
To assign a job or role to someone.
Exempel: They appointed her as the new manager.
Notera: Specifically refers to assigning a position or role to someone.
Sets uttryck och vanliga fraser
Set the table
To arrange plates, utensils, and glasses on a table before a meal.
Exempel: Could you please set the table for dinner?
Notera: The word 'set' here means arranging objects in a particular way.
Set the record straight
To provide accurate information or correct misunderstandings.
Exempel: I need to set the record straight about what really happened.
Notera: 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.
Exempel: The plans are not set in stone yet, so changes can still be made.
Notera: 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.
Exempel: The opening act really set the stage for an unforgettable performance.
Notera: In this context, 'set' implies creating a favorable or appropriate setting.
Set the tone
To establish a particular mood or attitude for a situation.
Exempel: Her welcoming speech set a positive tone for the meeting.
Notera: 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.
Exempel: The court's decision will set a precedent for future cases of a similar nature.
Notera: 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.
Exempel: Their innovative design really set the bar high for competitors.
Notera: This idiom uses 'set' to indicate establishing a benchmark or measure of comparison.
Set off
To cause something to start, especially suddenly.
Exempel: The loud noise set off car alarms in the neighborhood.
Notera: In this context, 'set off' means triggering or initiating an action.
Settle down
To relax or make oneself comfortable in a quiet way.
Exempel: After a long day, it's nice to settle down with a good book.
Notera: The phrase 'settle down' suggests calming oneself or finding a state of rest.
Sets vardagliga (slang) uttryck
All set
Means fully prepared or ready for something.
Exempel: Are you ready to go? - Yes, I'm all set.
Notera: 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.
Exempel: Let's settle up the bill before we leave.
Notera: 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.
Exempel: He set the record straight about what happened that night.
Notera: This term is a more casual way of saying 'set the record straight'.
Set - Exempel
Set the table for dinner.
I bought a set of new dishes.
The teacher gave us a set of math problems to solve.
Sets grammatik
Set - Verb (Verb) / Verb, grundform (Verb, base form)
Lemma: set
Böjningar
Adjektiv (Adjective): set
Substantiv, plural (Noun, plural): sets, set
Substantiv, singular eller massa (Noun, singular or mass): set
Verb, dåtid (Verb, past tense): set
Verb, perfekt particip (Verb, past participle): set
Verb, gerundium eller presens particip (Verb, gerund or present participle): setting
Verb, 3:e person singular presens (Verb, 3rd person singular present): sets
Verb, grundform (Verb, base form): set
Verb, presens inte 3:e person singular (Verb, non-3rd person singular present): set
Stavelser, Avgränsning och Betoning
set innehåller 1 stavelser: set
Fonetik transkription: ˈset
set , ˈset (Den röda stavelsen är betonad)
Set - 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.
set: 700 - 800 (Extremt Vanlig).
Detta betydelseindex hjälper dig att fokusera på de mest användbara orden under din språkinlärningsprocess.
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