clasp
gb/klˈæsp/ us/klˈæsp/
B2
Kiingereza
~ 7600
szorosan fog, magához szorít, kapocs, bekapcsol, szorítás
KITENZI
B2
1
szorosan fog
A2
Muundo wa matumizi:
to clasp [something/someone] (in [one's] hand/arms)
She clasped her daughter tightly and refused to let go.
Szorosan magához szorította a lányát, és nem volt hajlandó elengedni.
He clasped the letter in his hand, afraid it might blow away.
A levelet szorosan fogta a kezében, mert félt, hogy elfújja a szél.
The old man clasped her hands in gratitude.
Maria clasped the baby to her chest to keep him warm.
They stood in silence, their hands clasped together.
Mifano kwa wanafunzi
The child clasped his mother’s hand.
A gyerek szorosan fogta az anyja kezét.
I clasped the bag so it would not fall.
Szorosan fogtam a táskát, hogy ne essen le.
She clasped the baby in her arms.
He clasped the book to his chest.
They clasped their hands and prayed.
Kosa la kawaida:
Learners sometimes confuse "clasp" with "clap". "Clasp" means to hold something, while "clap" means to hit your hands together to make a sound. They also sometimes use "grasp" in emotional contexts where "clasp" ("clasp her to his chest") is more natural in written English.
Maana
hold something or someone tightly
Miunganiko ya maneno
clasp [someone] to his chest
|clasp her hand
|clasp tightly
|clasp in his arms
|clasped together
|clasped in her hands
Visawe
grip ("Grip" is more common and focuses on strength of holding, while "clasp" often sounds slightly more careful, gentle, or emotional.)
Vinyume
release (To "release" something or someone is to let it go or stop holding it, which is the opposite of clasping it.)
Mada
daily life
|emotions
|body
|core_vocabulary
Ufafanuzi
to hold something or someone tight in your hand or arms
To hold something or someone firmly and closely, usually with the hand or arms.
NOMINO
B2
2
kapocs
B1
Muundo wa matumizi:
a clasp on [something]
The clasp on my bracelet broke, so I can't wear it.
Eltört a karkötőm kapcsa, ezért nem tudom hordani.
She struggled with the tiny clasp at the back of her necklace.
Küszködött a nyaklánca hátulján lévő apró kapoccsal.
Make sure the clasp on your bag is closed when you travel.
The wallet has a metal clasp that snaps shut.
He fixed the clasp on her dress with a small pair of pliers.
Mifano kwa wanafunzi
The clasp on my bag is broken.
Eltört a táskám kapcsa.
She cannot open the clasp of her necklace.
Nem tudja kinyitni a nyaklánca kapcsát.
Please close the clasp so the bracelet does not fall off.
This purse has a strong metal clasp.
He checked the clasp on his watch.
Kosa la kawaida:
Learners may call every kind of closure a "zip" or "button". A "clasp" is usually a small part you hook or snap together, especially on jewelry, bras, belts, or bags, not a zipper or a button.
Maana
fastening device on clothes or jewelry
Miunganiko ya maneno
bra clasp
|belt clasp
|necklace clasp
|bag clasp
|broken clasp
|snap the clasp shut
Visawe
fastener ("Fastener" is a broader, more technical word for any thing that closes or holds parts together; "clasp" usually refers to small, often decorative fasteners on clothes, bags, or jewelry.)
Vinyume
opening (A "clasp" closes an item, while an "opening" is the part through which you put things in or through, emphasizing the opposite idea of being closed or fastened.)
Mada
daily life
|clothing
|objects
|daily_life
|core_vocabulary
Ufafanuzi
a small metal or plastic part that you use to close and open something, like a necklace, bra, or bag
A small device, often made of metal or plastic, that is used to fasten and unfasten two parts of something such as clothing, jewelry, or a bag.
KITENZI
B2
3
bekapcsol
A2
Muundo wa matumizi:
to clasp [something] (shut/closed)
She clasped the bracelet around her wrist before leaving.
Indulás előtt bekapcsolta a karkötőjét a csuklóján.
He clasped the necklace behind her neck.
Hátul, a nyakánál bekapcsolta neki a nyakláncot.
Make sure you clasp the bag shut so nothing falls out.
The nurse clasped the ID band on the patient’s arm.
She clasped her purse and set it on the chair.
Mifano kwa wanafunzi
She clasped her necklace before the party.
A parti előtt bekapcsolta a nyakláncát.
Please clasp the bag so your phone is safe.
Kérlek, kapcsold be a táskád kapcsát, hogy biztonságban legyen benne a telefonod.
He clasped the watch on his wrist.
I cannot clasp this bracelet by myself.
She clasped the chain behind her neck.
Kosa la kawaida:
Learners sometimes say "close the clasp" instead of the more natural verb "clasp" ("She clasped her necklace" rather than "She closed the clasp of her necklace"). Both are correct, but native speakers commonly use "clasp" as the verb here.
Maana
fasten using a clasp device
Miunganiko ya maneno
clasp the bracelet
|clasp her necklace
|clasp the bag shut
|clasp his watch
|clasp the chain
|clasp it behind her neck
Visawe
fasten ("Fasten" is more general and common; "clasp" specifically describes fastening with a clasp mechanism, often on personal items like jewelry and clothing.)
Vinyume
unclasp ("Unclasp" is the direct opposite: it means to open or undo a clasp that has been closed.)
Mada
daily life
|clothing
|objects
|daily_life
|core_vocabulary
Ufafanuzi
to close something by using its clasp
To fasten something, such as clothing, jewelry, or a bag, by closing its clasp.
NOMINO
C1
4
szorítás
B1
Muundo wa matumizi:
in the clasp of [someone/something]
He felt the reassuring clasp of her hand on his arm.
Érezte a nő kezének megnyugtató szorítását a karján.
The child tried to pull free from his mother’s clasp.
A gyerek megpróbált kiszabadulni az anyja szorításából.
With one last clasp, they said goodbye at the station.
Her clasp on the railing tightened as the boat rocked.
His friendly clasp of my shoulder made me relax.
Mifano kwa wanafunzi
Her clasp on my hand was very strong.
Nagyon erős volt a szorítása a kezemen.
The boy pulled away from his father’s clasp.
A fiú kirántotta magát az apja szorításából.
I felt safe in his clasp.
She gave my hand a quick clasp and smiled.
He loosened his clasp so the dog could run.
Kosa la kawaida:
Learners may not realize that "clasp" can be a noun meaning "a firm hold" and use only "grip" or "hold". Also, they sometimes say "strong clasp" where "firm clasp" or "tight clasp" sounds more natural.
Maana
a firm, tight hold
Miunganiko ya maneno
a firm clasp
|a gentle clasp
|in his clasp
|escape her clasp
|loosen his clasp
|a reassuring clasp of the hand
Visawe
grip ("Grip" is more common and slightly more physical; "clasp" can sound more careful or emotional, especially in expressions like "a warm clasp of the hand.")
Vinyume
release (A "clasp" is a holding action, while a "release" is the act of letting go of that hold.)
Mada
emotions
|body
|core_vocabulary
Ufafanuzi
a firm, tight hold on something or someone
The act or manner of holding something or someone tightly, especially with the hand or arms.
Sarufi
Umbo la kamusi
clasp
IPA
GB/klˈæsp/
US/klˈæsp/
Silabi na mkazo
clasp (silabi 1)
Stress on 1st syllable (clasp)
Maumbo ya neno
Noun
- Base: clasp
- Plural: clasps
Verb
- Base: clasp
- 3rd Person Singular: clasps
- Present Participle: clasping
- Past: clasped
Familia ya neno
Forms
clasps
noun
clasping
verb
clasped
verb
Negative and opposite forms
unclasp
verb
Semi
clasp one’s hands
1/klˈæsp wˈʌnz hˈændz/
fixed phrase
join and hold your own hands
to hold your own hands together, usually by locking your fingers, often when you pray, wait, or feel worried.
Mifano
- She sat quietly, clasping her hands in her lap.
- He clasped his hands and bowed his head in prayer.
- The child clasped his hands behind his back and listened.
clasp someone to one’s bosom
1/klˈæsp sˈʌmwˌʌn tə wˈʌnz bˈʊzəm/
fixed phrase
literary
hold someone close to your bosom
to hold someone very close to your chest in a loving way; used mostly in written or literary English.
Mifano
- In the story, the mother clasped the lost child to her bosom.
- He clasped his friend to his bosom in a joyful embrace.
clasp someone to one’s chest
1/klˈæsp sˈʌmwˌʌn tə wˈʌnz t͡ʃˈɛst/
fixed phrase
hold someone tightly against your chest
to hold a person very close to the front of your body with your arms, usually to show love, care, or comfort.
Mifano
- She clasped the child to her chest when she saw he was safe.
- He clasped her to his chest and whispered that everything would be alright.
- The mother clasped the baby to her chest to keep him warm.