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Damp

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Vanlig
~ 4300
~ 4300, Vanlig
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Slightly wet or moist, To make something slightly wet or moist, Depressing or dispiriting

Damp - Betydninger

Slightly wet or moist

Eksempel: The ground was damp from the morning dew.
Bruk: neutralKontekst: describing weather or conditions
Merk: Commonly used to describe a moderate level of moisture

To make something slightly wet or moist

Eksempel: She used a cloth to damp the paintbrush before starting to paint.
Bruk: neutralKontekst: crafts, painting, or cooking
Merk: Often used in creative or practical activities

Depressing or dispiriting

Eksempel: The news of the accident cast a damp mood over the party.
Bruk: formalKontekst: emotional or social situations
Merk: Used to describe a negative impact on emotions or atmosphere

Synonymer for Damp

moist

Moist refers to slightly wet or damp, often used to describe something that is damp but not excessively wet.
Eksempel: The soil in the garden was moist after the rain.
Merk: Moist is similar to damp but may imply a lesser degree of wetness.

humid

Humid describes an atmosphere that contains a high amount of moisture or water vapor.
Eksempel: The bathroom felt humid after someone took a hot shower.
Merk: Humid is more commonly used to describe the air or weather conditions, whereas damp is more general and can refer to any slightly wet surface or object.

wet

Wet means covered or saturated with water or another liquid.
Eksempel: Her clothes were wet from walking in the rain.
Merk: Wet is a broader term that can indicate a higher level of moisture compared to damp.

moistened

Moistened means to make something slightly wet or damp.
Eksempel: She moistened the cloth before wiping the surface.
Merk: Moistened is often used in the context of intentionally adding a small amount of moisture to something.

Damps uttrykk og vanlige setninger

Damp squib

An event or experience that is much less impressive or exciting than expected.
Eksempel: The highly anticipated movie turned out to be a damp squib, disappointing many fans.
Merk: The phrase 'damp squib' extends the original meaning of 'damp' to imply something that not only lacks moisture but also fails to deliver as expected.

Damp down

To reduce the intensity or force of something, such as emotions or a fire.
Eksempel: She had to damp down her excitement to avoid making too much noise in the library.
Merk: In this context, 'damp down' implies the act of suppressing or calming down something rather than just referring to moisture.

Damp off

To die off or decay due to excessive moisture, especially in plants or seedlings.
Eksempel: The seedlings were affected by a disease and began to damp off, causing concern for the gardener.
Merk: While 'damp' originally refers to moisture, 'damp off' specifically relates to the process of decay or death caused by excess dampness.

Damp patch

A localized area that is wet or moist, often caused by leakage or seepage.
Eksempel: There was a damp patch on the ceiling after the heavy rain, indicating a leak in the roof.
Merk: The term 'damp patch' focuses on a specific area of wetness rather than the general dampness implied by the word 'damp'.

Damp cloth

A cloth slightly wet or moistened with water for cleaning purposes.
Eksempel: She wiped the table with a damp cloth to clean up the spilled juice.
Merk: In this case, 'damp cloth' refers to a cloth that is slightly wet for cleaning, emphasizing its state of moisture.

Damp hair

Hair that is slightly wet or moist, often after washing or being exposed to humidity.
Eksempel: She went outside with damp hair, hoping the sun would dry it quickly.
Merk: Referring to 'damp hair' indicates the specific condition of hair being wet, rather than just the general concept of dampness.

Damp climate

A climate characterized by high levels of moisture and humidity, often leading to wet conditions.
Eksempel: The region experiences a damp climate, with frequent rainfall throughout the year.
Merk: In this context, 'damp climate' describes the overall wetness and humidity of a region, emphasizing the prevailing moisture levels.

Damp cellar

A cellar or underground storage area that is humid or moist, often prone to mold and mildew.
Eksempel: The old house had a damp cellar that needed regular inspection to prevent mold growth.
Merk: The term 'damp cellar' specifically denotes a cellar that is excessively moist or humid, highlighting the potential issues related to dampness.

Damps hverdags (slang) uttrykk

Dampener

A dampener is something that discourages enthusiasm or causes disappointment.
Eksempel: The rain was a real dampener on our plans for a picnic.
Merk: The term 'dampener' emphasizes the aspect of discouragement or disappointment, while 'damp' simply refers to moisture.

Dampened spirits

When spirits are dampened, it means that enthusiasm or optimism has been lessened or reduced.
Eksempel: The bad news about his promotion dampened spirits in the office.
Merk: Refers to a negative effect on emotional state rather than physical dampness.

Damp squall

A brief, sudden, and heavy fall of rain or snow.
Eksempel: The sudden damp squall made us all rush indoors for cover.
Merk: Combines the idea of wetness (damp) with a short and intense burst of precipitation (squall).

Dampen someone's spirits

To make someone feel less positive, enthusiastic, or optimistic about something.
Eksempel: The loss in the final match really dampened my spirits.
Merk: Similar to 'dampened spirits,' but specifically focuses on the effect on an individual's mood or emotions.

Damp cold

Refers to a cold weather condition that feels penetrating due to its moisture content.
Eksempel: The damp cold weather made us shiver despite our warm clothes.
Merk: Highlights the chill caused by the combination of cold temperatures and humidity.

Damp - Eksempler

The ground was damp from the rain.
The air was damp and humid.
The clothes were still damp after being left out in the rain.

Damps grammatikk

Damp - Verb (Verb) / Verb, grunnform (Verb, base form)
Oppslagsord: damp
Bøyinger
Adjektiv, komparativ (Adjective, comparative): damper
Adjektiv, superlativ (Adjective, superlative): dampest
Adjektiv (Adjective): damp
Substantiv, flertall (Noun, plural): damp
Substantiv, entall eller masse (Noun, singular or mass): damp
Verb, preteritum (Verb, past tense): damped
Verb, gerundium eller presens partisipp (Verb, gerund or present participle): damping
Verb, 3. person entall presens (Verb, 3rd person singular present): damps
Verb, grunnform (Verb, base form): damp
Verb, presens ikke 3. person entall (Verb, non-3rd person singular present): damp
Stavelser, Deling og Beton
damp inneholder 1 stavelser: damp
Fonemisk transkripsjon: ˈdamp
damp , ˈdamp (Den røde stavelsen er betont)

Damp - Betydning og bruksfrekvens

Ordets frekvens- og betydningsindeks indikerer hvor ofte et ord dukker opp i et gitt språk. Jo mindre tallet er, desto oftere brukes ordet. De mest brukte ordene varierer vanligvis fra omtrent 1 til 4000.
damp: ~ 4300 (Vanlig).
Denne viktighetsindeksen hjelper deg med å fokusere på de mest nyttige ordene under språklæringsprosessen din.
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