Number

A mathematical value used to represent a quantity or position in a sequence, An item in a series or list assigned a numerical value for identification or reference, A quantity or amount, A person or thing that is important or significant

Number - Betydelser

A mathematical value used to represent a quantity or position in a sequence

Exempel: The number of students in the class is 25.

Användning: formalSammanhang: academic or professional settings

Notera: Commonly used in math-related contexts and formal discussions.

An item in a series or list assigned a numerical value for identification or reference

Exempel: Please refer to item number 3 on the agenda.

Användning: formalSammanhang: business or organizational settings

Notera: Frequently used in formal documents, meetings, or procedures.

A quantity or amount

Exempel: I have a large number of books on my bookshelf.

Användning: informalSammanhang: everyday conversations

Notera: Used in informal contexts to indicate a large quantity or amount.

A person or thing that is important or significant

Exempel: She is a rising star in the fashion industry, a real number to watch.

Användning: informalSammanhang: casual discussions or media

Notera: Used informally to highlight importance or significance.

Synonymer för Number

Amount

Amount refers to a quantity or sum of something, often used in a more general sense than 'number'.

Exempel: The amount of people attending the event was higher than expected.

Notera: Amount is used for uncountable nouns, while number is used for countable nouns.

Quantity

Quantity also refers to an amount or measure of something, similar to 'amount'.

Exempel: The quantity of apples in the basket was sufficient for making a pie.

Notera: Quantity is used in a more formal context and can also refer to the property of being measurable.

Total

Total refers to the whole amount or sum of something, often used to denote a final count or result.

Exempel: The total number of votes cast in the election exceeded expectations.

Notera: Total emphasizes the sum of all individual parts, while number can refer to individual counts.

Figure

Figure can be used to refer to a specific numerical value or amount.

Exempel: The figure representing the sales for the quarter was impressive.

Notera: Figure is more commonly used in formal or technical contexts to represent numerical values.

Count

Count specifically refers to the action of determining the number of items or people.

Exempel: The count of students present in the classroom was accurate.

Notera: Count emphasizes the act of counting, while number refers to the result of the counting process.

Numbers uttryck och vanliga fraser

Number one

Refers to someone or something that is the best or most important.

Exempel: She is the number one candidate for the job.

Notera: It signifies top rank or priority rather than being a numerical value.

Crunch the numbers

To carefully analyze and work with numerical data or figures, especially in business or finance.

Exempel: We need to crunch the numbers before making a decision.

Notera: It involves analyzing and processing numerical data rather than just identifying them.

Number cruncher

Refers to a person who works with numerical data, especially in a meticulous or analytical way.

Exempel: He's the number cruncher in the team, always handling the financial reports.

Notera: It describes a person's role or expertise in dealing with numbers rather than a specific numerical value.

Back the wrong horse

To support or choose the wrong person, idea, or course of action that turns out to be unsuccessful.

Exempel: I think we backed the wrong horse by investing in that company.

Notera: It implies making a wrong decision rather than specifically relating to numerical values.

Do a number on someone

To have a strong or damaging effect on someone or something.

Exempel: The stress really did a number on her health.

Notera: It indicates causing harm or impact on someone or something rather than referring to a numerical value.

Numbers game

Refers to a situation where success or outcomes depend on numerical factors or calculations.

Exempel: Politics can sometimes be seen as a numbers game, focusing on gaining support.

Notera: It highlights the strategic aspect of using numbers for success rather than just the numbers themselves.

Do a number on something

To cause harm, destruction, or a significant effect on something.

Exempel: The storm did a number on the crops, causing significant damage.

Notera: It describes causing damage or a strong impact on something rather than specifically relating to numerical values.

Numbers vardagliga (slang) uttryck

Give me a ring

This slang term means to call someone on the phone. Instead of saying 'call me', 'give me a ring' is a more casual way to ask for a phone call.

Exempel: Give me a ring later to discuss the project.

Notera: The slang term 'ring' is a more informal way to refer to a phone call or communication compared to the word 'number'.

Crack a cold one

This slang term usually refers to opening a cold beer or beverage. It is commonly used in a casual setting among friends.

Exempel: After a long day at work, let's crack a cold one at the bar.

Notera: The term 'crack a cold one' uses 'crack' in a slang context to mean opening a drink, rather than the literal sense of breaking something.

Hit someone up

To 'hit someone up' means to contact or reach out to someone, usually referring to a conversation or meeting.

Exempel: I'll hit you up tomorrow to finalize the details.

Notera: The slang term 'hit up' is used informally to denote contacting someone, as opposed to directly mentioning a phone number or contact information.

On the line

When something is 'on the line', it means that it is at risk or in jeopardy.

Exempel: Your job is on the line if you don't meet the deadline.

Notera: The slang term 'on the line' uses 'line' symbolically to represent a state of danger or risk, different from the literal sense of 'number' as a numerical value.

Out of the blue

When something happens 'out of the blue', it means unexpectedly or without warning.

Exempel: She called me out of the blue last night.

Notera: The slang term 'out of the blue' uses 'blue' to signify something sudden or surprising, contrasting with the usual association of 'number' with quantity or counting.

Rack up

To 'rack up' means to accumulate or gather a large quantity of something, usually in a negative context.

Exempel: He managed to rack up quite a bill at the fancy restaurant.

Notera: The slang term 'rack up' implies piling up or amassing something, which is a deviation from the original meaning of 'number' as a numerical value.

Face the music

To 'face the music' means to accept the consequences of your actions or decisions.

Exempel: It's time to face the music and admit your mistake.

Notera: The slang term 'face the music' uses 'music' metaphorically to represent confronting a situation, unlike the concrete representation of 'number' as a numerical figure.

Number - Exempel

I have a phone number.

Can you give me your number?

She has a large number of books.

I need to memorize my credit card number.

Numbers grammatik

Number - Substantiv (Noun) / Substantiv, singular eller massa (Noun, singular or mass)

Lemma: number

Böjningar

Substantiv, plural (Noun, plural): numbers, number

Substantiv, singular eller massa (Noun, singular or mass): number

Verb, dåtid (Verb, past tense): numbered

Verb, gerundium eller presens particip (Verb, gerund or present participle): numbering

Verb, 3:e person singular presens (Verb, 3rd person singular present): numbers

Verb, grundform (Verb, base form): number

Verb, presens inte 3:e person singular (Verb, non-3rd person singular present): number

Stavelser, Avgränsning och Betoning

Number innehåller 2 stavelser: num • ber

Fonetik transkription: ˈnəm-bər

num ber , ˈnəm bər (Den röda stavelsen är betonad)

Number - 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.

Number: 100 - 200 (Extremt Vanlig).

Detta betydelseindex hjälper dig att fokusera på de mest användbara orden under din språkinlärningsprocess.

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