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Word

wərd
Extremt Vanlig
200 - 300
200 - 300
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Word -

A single distinct meaningful element of speech or writing, used to form sentences with others.

Exempel: The word 'cat' refers to a small domesticated carnivorous mammal.
Användning: formalSammanhang: academic writing, professional communication
Notera: Words are the basic units of language and are essential for communication.

A promise or statement that you are giving your word about something.

Exempel: I give you my word that I will finish the project on time.
Användning: formalSammanhang: business negotiations, agreements
Notera: Giving one's word implies a commitment or assurance.

An offensive or rude term or expression.

Exempel: He used some harsh words during the argument.
Användning: informalSammanhang: casual conversations, arguments
Notera: Be cautious when using words that may offend or hurt others.

Synonymer för Word

term

A term is a word or phrase used to describe something specific.
Exempel: The term 'computer' refers to an electronic device.
Notera: Term is often used in more technical or specialized contexts.

expression

An expression is a phrase or saying that conveys a particular meaning.
Exempel: The expression 'break a leg' means good luck.
Notera: Expression can refer to a group of words or a single word used to convey an idea.

vocabulary

Vocabulary refers to the collection of words known and used by a person.
Exempel: Expanding your vocabulary can help improve your writing skills.
Notera: Vocabulary specifically refers to the set of words a person knows.

Words uttryck och vanliga fraser

A word to the wise

This phrase means a brief warning or piece of advice for those who are intelligent or experienced enough to understand it.
Exempel: A word to the wise - don't lend him money; you may never get it back.
Notera: The phrase 'a word to the wise' is an idiomatic expression that emphasizes giving advice or a warning rather than just a single word.

In other words

This phrase is used to introduce a rephrased or clarified version of what has just been said.
Exempel: He is a scientist, or in other words, a person who conducts experiments and research.
Notera: Unlike using just the word 'word' as a standalone term, 'in other words' serves to explain or simplify a concept.

Mark my words

This phrase is a way to emphasize that what you are saying is important and should be remembered or heeded.
Exempel: Mark my words, he will regret his decision sooner or later.
Notera: While 'word' simply refers to a unit of language, 'mark my words' adds a sense of warning or assurance to a statement.

Eat your words

To 'eat your words' means to admit that something you said was wrong or to take back what you said.
Exempel: After saying she would never work for that company, she had to eat her words when she accepted a job offer from them.
Notera: This idiomatic phrase goes beyond the literal meaning of the word 'word' and implies a sense of regret or reversal of a statement.

Word of mouth

This phrase refers to information or recommendations passed from person to person by spoken communication.
Exempel: The success of the restaurant was mainly due to positive word of mouth from satisfied customers.
Notera: While 'word' can refer to any unit of language, 'word of mouth' specifically highlights the mode of communication through personal recommendations.

Have a word with someone

To 'have a word with someone' means to have a brief conversation with them, usually to discuss something important or give advice.
Exempel: I need to have a word with you about your recent behavior in class.
Notera: Using 'word' alone does not convey the same sense of interacting or communicating with someone as 'having a word with someone' does.

Actions speak louder than words

This phrase conveys that what a person does is more important and has a greater impact than what they say.
Exempel: She promised to help, but I haven't seen any action yet. Actions speak louder than words.
Notera: It contrasts verbal communication ('words') with actual behavior ('actions'), emphasizing the importance of actions over mere words.

Words vardagliga (slang) uttryck

Word up

An informal way to greet someone or acknowledge what they said. It's synonymous with 'hello' or 'I agree'.
Exempel: A: Hey, what's up? B: Word up!
Notera: Word up is more casual and slangy compared to just saying 'word'.

Word

A slang term for agreement, affirmation, or acknowledgement. It can be used in place of 'yes,' 'OK,' or 'I understand'.
Exempel: A: Let's meet at 8. B: Word.
Notera: The slang use of 'word' is more casual and colloquial than the standard meaning of the word.

Word to the mother

An expression used to strongly agree with someone or to emphasize that something is true. It's a more emphatic way of saying 'I agree'.
Exempel: A: This food is amazing! B: Word to the mother, I love it too.
Notera: The addition of 'to the mother' adds emphasis and intensity to the agreement.

Heard

A term used to acknowledge that you have received and understood the information. It's similar to saying 'I got it' or 'I understand'.
Exempel: A: We're meeting at 5, cool? B: Heard.
Notera: The slang 'heard' is shorter and more casual than saying 'I heard you' in a formal context.

True dat

An emphatic way to agree with someone. It means 'that's true' or 'I agree with you'.
Exempel: A: That movie was really good. B: True dat.
Notera: The slang term 'true dat' is informal and more expressive than simply saying 'true'.

Word - Exempel

I don't know the meaning of that word.
He gave his word that he would come.
She spoke a few words of encouragement.

Words grammatik

Word - Substantiv (Noun) / Substantiv, singular eller massa (Noun, singular or mass)
Lemma: word
Böjningar
Substantiv, plural (Noun, plural): words, word
Substantiv, singular eller massa (Noun, singular or mass): word
Verb, dåtid (Verb, past tense): worded
Verb, gerundium eller presens particip (Verb, gerund or present participle): wording
Verb, 3:e person singular presens (Verb, 3rd person singular present): words
Verb, grundform (Verb, base form): word
Verb, presens inte 3:e person singular (Verb, non-3rd person singular present): word
Stavelser, Avgränsning och Betoning
word innehåller 1 stavelser: word
Fonetik transkription: ˈwərd
word , ˈwərd (Den röda stavelsen är betonad)

Word - 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.
word: 200 - 300 (Extremt Vanlig).
Detta betydelseindex hjälper dig att fokusera på de mest användbara orden under din språkinlärningsprocess.
Vocafy, effektivt språkinlärning
Vocafy, effektivt språkinlärning
Vocafy hjälper dig att upptäcka, organisera och lära dig nya ord och fraser med lätthet. Bygg personliga vokabulärsamlingar och öva när som helst, var som helst.