Definitionsordbok
Engelska

Tap

tæp
Mycket Vanlig
~ 2800
~ 2800
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. Detta betydelseindex hjälper dig att fokusera på de mest användbara orden under din språkinlärningsprocess.

Tap -

To strike lightly

Exempel: She tapped her fingers on the table impatiently.
Användning: informalSammanhang: everyday conversation
Notera: Can indicate impatience or nervousness.

To draw liquid from a container

Exempel: He tapped the keg to pour himself a beer.
Användning: informalSammanhang: social gatherings
Notera: Commonly used in informal settings like parties.

To make a connection to a resource or information

Exempel: I tapped into my network to find a job.
Användning: formalSammanhang: professional environments
Notera: Often used in business or networking contexts.

To touch a device or screen lightly to operate it

Exempel: She tapped the screen to open the app.
Användning: informalSammanhang: technology-related interactions
Notera: Common in the context of smartphones and tablets.

Synonymer för Tap

Faucet

A device for controlling the flow of liquid from a pipe or container.
Exempel: Please turn off the faucet when you're done washing your hands.
Notera: Faucet is commonly used in American English, while tap is more common in British English.

Spigot

A small peg or plug for stopping the vent of a cask.
Exempel: The spigot on the barrel was leaking, so we had to fix it.
Notera: Spigot is often used to refer to a device used to control the flow of liquid from a container, similar to a tap.

Valve

A device for controlling the passage of fluid through a pipe or duct.
Exempel: Make sure to close the valve tightly to prevent any leaks.
Notera: Valve is a more technical term often used in the context of machinery or plumbing systems.

Stopcock

A type of valve used to control the flow of liquid or gas.
Exempel: The plumber had to replace the stopcock in the kitchen sink.
Notera: Stopcock is a more specific term for a type of valve, often used in plumbing.

Taps uttryck och vanliga fraser

Tap into

To access or make use of a resource or reserve.
Exempel: She tried to tap into her creativity for the project.
Notera: The original word 'tap' means to strike or make a light, quick blow.

Tap out

To surrender or give up, especially in a competition or physical activity.
Exempel: He tapped out after running for an hour.
Notera: The original word 'tap' means to strike lightly.

Tap away

To work steadily on something by tapping or typing.
Exempel: She tapped away at her keyboard to finish the report on time.
Notera: The original word 'tap' means to strike lightly.

Tap dance around

To avoid discussing or dealing with something openly.
Exempel: He tap danced around the issue instead of addressing it directly.
Notera: The original word 'tap' means to strike lightly.

On tap

Readily available or accessible, usually referring to drinks or resources.
Exempel: We have a variety of beers on tap at the bar.
Notera: The original word 'tap' means to strike lightly.

Tap into something

To access or make use of a specific resource or opportunity.
Exempel: The company hopes to tap into the new market segment.
Notera: The original word 'tap' means to strike lightly.

Tap the brakes

To slow down or take a more cautious approach.
Exempel: Let's tap the brakes on this project and reevaluate our strategy.
Notera: The original word 'tap' means to strike lightly.

Taps vardagliga (slang) uttryck

Tap someone up

To contact or message someone.
Exempel: I'll tap you up later about the party details.
Notera: In this context, 'tap' is used informally to mean 'get in touch or contact,' diverging from its typical meaning of lightly touching something.

Tap that

To express a desire to have a sexual encounter with someone.
Exempel: Did you see Sarah? I'd totally tap that.
Notera: 'Tap that' is a slang expression for engaging in sexual activity, contrasting with the common usage of 'tap' as a light touch or hit.

Tap on someone

To seek someone's help, advice, or expertise.
Exempel: I think we should tap on Tom's expertise for this project.
Notera: Here, 'tap' is used figuratively to mean utilizing or requesting someone's skills or knowledge, different from its literal meaning of a light touch or strike.

Tap - Exempel

I need to fix the tap in the bathroom.
He tapped his foot impatiently.
The bartender poured me a beer from the tap.

Taps grammatik

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

Tap - 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.
tap: ~ 2800 (Mycket Vanlig).
Detta betydelseindex hjälper dig att fokusera på de mest användbara orden under din språkinlärningsprocess.
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