Snatch

To quickly seize or grab something or someone, A small amount or fragment of something, A brief sexual encounter

Snatch - Значення

To quickly seize or grab something or someone

приклад: The thief snatched her purse and ran away.

Використання: informalКонтекст: everyday situations

Примітка: Often used to describe a sudden and forceful action of taking something quickly.

A small amount or fragment of something

приклад: She managed to catch a snatch of the conversation as she walked by.

Використання: informalКонтекст: casual conversations

Примітка: In this context, 'snatch' refers to a brief or partial experience of something.

A brief sexual encounter

приклад: They had a quick snatch in the back of the club.

Використання: informalКонтекст: colloquial conversations

Примітка: This usage is slang and may be considered vulgar or inappropriate in formal settings.

Синоніми Snatch

grab

To take hold of something suddenly and forcefully.

приклад: He grabbed the book from the shelf.

Примітка: Similar to 'snatch', but 'grab' may imply a slightly less aggressive or abrupt action.

seize

To take hold of something quickly and firmly.

приклад: The police seized the stolen goods.

Примітка: Similar to 'snatch', but 'seize' often implies a more official or legal action.

clutch

To grasp or hold something tightly.

приклад: She clutched her bag tightly as she walked through the crowd.

Примітка: Similar to 'snatch', but 'clutch' implies holding onto something tightly rather than taking it abruptly.

grasp

To take hold of something firmly or decisively.

приклад: He grasped the opportunity to study abroad.

Примітка: Similar to 'snatch', but 'grasp' can also refer to understanding or comprehending something.

Вирази і поширені фрази Snatch

Snatch something/someone up

To seize or take hold of something or someone eagerly or quickly.

приклад: She quickly snatched up the last cookie before anyone else could grab it.

Примітка: The phrase 'snatch up' emphasizes the action of seizing something rapidly, as opposed to just 'snatch' which generally means to grab or take something quickly.

Snatch victory from the jaws of defeat

To achieve success in a situation where failure seemed certain.

приклад: In a stunning turn of events, the underdog team snatched victory from the jaws of defeat with a last-minute goal.

Примітка: This idiom uses 'snatch' metaphorically to describe turning a losing situation into a winning one, highlighting a dramatic and unexpected outcome.

Snatch and grab

A quick theft or robbery where the perpetrator snatches an item and then immediately flees.

приклад: The thieves carried out a snatch-and-grab operation, stealing valuables from the store and escaping quickly.

Примітка: This phrase combines 'snatch' with 'grab' to emphasize a swift and often impulsive act of stealing or taking something by force.

Snatch at straws

To grasp at any small hope or possibility, even if it is unlikely to be successful.

приклад: Despite the dire situation, he's still snatching at straws trying to find a way out.

Примітка: In this idiom, 'snatch' is used figuratively to depict a desperate attempt to find a solution or escape a difficult situation.

Snatch a moment

To quickly take or make use of a brief period of time.

приклад: Before the busy day begins, I like to snatch a quiet moment to enjoy my coffee.

Примітка: This phrase uses 'snatch' to convey the idea of seizing a short amount of time for oneself, suggesting a temporary and fleeting action.

Повсякденні (сленгові) вирази Snatch

Snatched

In slang, 'snatched' is often used to describe someone looking very attractive, well put together, or in great shape.

приклад: Did you see her outfit? She looks snatched today!

Примітка: This slang term has a positive connotation, unlike the original word 'snatch' which typically has a negative connotation.

Snatchy

'Snatchy' is slang for being irritable, easily annoyed, or rude.

приклад: Don't be so snatchy, let's try to work together peacefully.

Примітка: The slang term 'snatchy' derives from 'snatch' but has a different meaning, focusing more on behavior rather than physical actions.

Snatch and dash

'Snatch and dash' is slang for taking something quickly and then leaving immediately, especially when in a hurry or trying to avoid getting caught.

приклад: We need to do a quick snatch and dash if we want to make it to the movie on time.

Примітка: 'Snatch and dash' is a slang expression that combines 'snatch' with 'dash,' creating a sense of urgency and speed in the action.

Snatch a wig

To 'snatch a wig' is slang for impressing or surprising someone greatly.

приклад: Her performance in that play really snatched my wig!

Примітка: This slang term is figurative, linking the action of 'snatching' with the unexpected impact of leaving someone so shocked that their figurative 'wig' (hairpiece) is metaphorically taken off.

Snatch bag

A 'snatch bag' is slang for a small bag or purse that contains essential items or valuables.

приклад: I need to grab my snatch bag before we head out for the day.

Примітка: The slang term 'snatch bag' is a colloquial way of referring to a bag that one grabs quickly, often implying its importance or convenience.

Snatch - Приклади

The thief made a snatch for the woman's purse.

The goalkeeper made a great snatch to save the goal.

She made a quick snatch for the last piece of cake.

Граматика Snatch

Snatch - Дієслово (Verb) / Дієслово, базова форма (Verb, base form)

Лема: snatch

Кон’югації

Іменник, множина (Noun, plural): snatches

Іменник, однина або маса (Noun, singular or mass): snatch

Дієслово, минулий час (Verb, past tense): snatched

Дієслово, герундій або дієприкметник теперішнього часу (Verb, gerund or present participle): snatching

Дієслово, 3-тя особа однини теперішнього часу (Verb, 3rd person singular present): snatches

Дієслово, базова форма (Verb, base form): snatch

Дієслово, теперішній час не 3-ї особи однини (Verb, non-3rd person singular present): snatch

Склади, Розділення та Наголос

snatch містить 1 складів: snatch

Фонетична транскрипція: ˈsnach

snatch , ˈsnach (Червоний склад наголошений)

Snatch - Важливість і частота використання

Індекс частотності та важливості слів показує, як часто слово з'являється в даній мові. Чим менше число, тим частіше використовується слово. Найчастіше використовувані слова зазвичай знаходяться в діапазоні від 1 до 4000.

snatch: ~ 1900 (Дуже Поширений).

Цей індекс важливості допомагає вам зосередитися на найбільш корисних словах під час процесу вивчення мови.

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