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Squire

ˈskwaɪ(ə)r
Almindelig
~ 4600
~ 4600, Almindelig
Ordfrekvens- og betydningsindekset angiver, hvor ofte et ord optræder i et givet sprog. Jo mindre tallet er, jo oftere bruges ordet. De mest anvendte ord spænder typisk fra cirka 1 til 4000. Dette vigtighedsindeks hjælper dig med at fokusere på de mest nyttige ord under din sprogindlæringsproces.
A young nobleman acting as an attendant to a knight before becoming a knight himself, A man of high social standing who owns and lives on an estate, A title of respect for a country gentleman

Squire - Betydninger

A young nobleman acting as an attendant to a knight before becoming a knight himself

Eksempel: The squire assisted the knight by caring for his armor and horses.
Brug: formalSammenhæng: historical or literary contexts
Bemærk: Often found in medieval stories or tales of chivalry.

A man of high social standing who owns and lives on an estate

Eksempel: The squire welcomed guests to his grand estate for the weekend.
Brug: formalSammenhæng: historical or upper-class settings
Bemærk: Refers to a landowner in rural England, especially in the past.

A title of respect for a country gentleman

Eksempel: The villagers referred to him as 'Squire Smith' out of respect.
Brug: informalSammenhæng: small communities or rural areas
Bemærk: Used as a term of address for a respected or prominent figure in a local community.

Synonymer for Squire

gentleman

A man of good social position and breeding.
Eksempel: He acted as a gentleman, offering his seat to the elderly lady.
Bemærk: A gentleman implies a higher social status compared to a squire.

lord

A man of noble rank or high position in society.
Eksempel: The lord of the manor welcomed the guests to his estate.
Bemærk: A lord typically holds a higher title or rank than a squire.

nobleman

A man belonging to a noble family or having a title of nobility.
Eksempel: The nobleman was known for his generosity towards the villagers.
Bemærk: A nobleman typically holds a title of nobility, distinguishing him from a squire.

knight

A man granted an honorary title of knighthood by a monarch or other political leader.
Eksempel: The knight rode into battle, ready to defend his kingdom.
Bemærk: A knight is a title conferred for military or chivalrous achievements, different from the position of a squire.

Squires udtryk og almindelige sætninger

Squire away

To save or set aside for future use or emergencies.
Eksempel: He squired away his savings for a rainy day.
Bemærk: The original word 'squire' refers to a young nobleman attendant to a knight, whereas 'squire away' has a completely different meaning related to saving money.

Squire up

To gather or summon one's courage or confidence.
Eksempel: She squired up her courage and confronted her fears.
Bemærk: While 'squire' traditionally refers to a position or title, 'squire up' is a figurative expression referring to bolstering one's courage.

Squiredom

The status or rank of a squire; a domain or realm associated with squires.
Eksempel: He inherited the squiredom from his father.
Bemærk: In this context, 'squiredom' extends the meaning of 'squire' to represent a broader concept of status or inheritance.

Squirearchy

The system, class, or group of squires collectively, especially in rural areas.
Eksempel: The squirearchy controlled much of the local economy.
Bemærk: While 'squire' refers to an individual, 'squirearchy' denotes the collective influence or power of squires within a specific context.

Squireen

A minor or lesser squire; someone with a small amount of land or authority.
Eksempel: He was known as the squireen of the village, always eager to help.
Bemærk: 'Squireen' is a diminutive form of 'squire' used to describe someone of lesser status or influence in comparison to a traditional squire.

Squirehood

The state or quality of being a squire; the period or status of serving as a squire.
Eksempel: She aspired to attain squirehood through dedicated service to the community.
Bemærk: While 'squire' refers to a specific rank or role, 'squirehood' emphasizes the quality or state associated with being a squire.

Squireless

Without a squire; lacking the presence or influence of a squire.
Eksempel: The manor seemed squireless after the old lord passed away.
Bemærk: 'Squireless' denotes the absence or void left by the departure or absence of a squire, contrasting with the original concept of having a squire.

Squires dagligdags (slang) udtryk

Squire

In spoken language, 'squire' can be used informally to refer to someone who is stylish or well-dressed.
Eksempel: He's a real squire when it comes to fashion, always impeccably dressed.
Bemærk: This slang term retains some of the original meaning of 'squire' as a person of high social standing, but in a more casual and modern context.

Squired

To be 'squired' means to be accompanied or escorted by someone, especially in a social setting.
Eksempel: She got squired by her crush at the party last night.
Bemærk: This slang term plays on the idea of a squire as an assistant or attendant, but in a contemporary and more colloquial sense.

Squire-like

When something is described as 'squire-like,' it means it resembles the noble or courteous behavior traditionally associated with squires.
Eksempel: His behavior was very squire-like, always opening doors and pulling out chairs for others.
Bemærk: This term highlights qualities often attributed to squires, such as chivalry and politeness, in a more modern and relatable context.

Squire it up

To 'squire it up' is to act in a refined or sophisticated manner, often associated with high-class activities or attire.
Eksempel: Let's squire it up tonight and go out for a fancy dinner.
Bemærk: Although 'squire it up' is derived from 'squire,' it has evolved to suggest a more generalized sense of elegance or posh behavior.

Squire - Eksempler

The squire helped the knight put on his armor.
The squire was responsible for taking care of the horses.
The young squire dreamed of one day becoming a knight himself.

Squires grammatik

Squire - Navneord (Noun) / Substantiv, ental eller masse (Noun, singular or mass)
Opslagsform: squire
Bøjninger
Substantiv, flertal (Noun, plural): squires
Substantiv, ental eller masse (Noun, singular or mass): squire
Verbum, datid (Verb, past tense): squired
Verbum, gerundium eller præsens participium (Verb, gerund or present participle): squiring
Verbum, 3. person ental nutid (Verb, 3rd person singular present): squires
Verbum, grundform (Verb, base form): squire
Verbum, nutid ikke 3. person ental (Verb, non-3rd person singular present): squire
Stavelser, Opdeling og Betoning
squire indeholder 1 stavelser: squire
Fonetisk transkription: ˈskwī(-ə)r
squire , ˈskwī( ə)r (Den røde stavelse er trykbetonet)

Squire - Betydning og brugsfrekvens

Ordfrekvens- og betydningsindekset angiver, hvor ofte et ord optræder i et givet sprog. Jo mindre tallet er, jo oftere bruges ordet. De mest anvendte ord spænder typisk fra cirka 1 til 4000.
squire: ~ 4600 (Almindelig).
Dette vigtighedsindeks hjælper dig med at fokusere på de mest nyttige ord under din sprogindlæringsproces.
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