verb

ändra

change

Att göra något annorlunda än det var från början.

Word: ändra

Language: Swedish

Meaning in English:
The verb ändra means "to change," "to alter," or "to modify."

Explanation:
It is used when someone wants to make a change to something, whether it's a physical object, a plan, an opinion, or any sort of condition or state.

Examples in sentences:

  • Jag vill ändra mina planer.
    (I want to change my plans.)
  • Kan du ändra texten i dokumentet?
    (Can you change the text in the document?)

Similar words and differences:

  • förändra – also means "to change," but often implies a more significant or fundamental change, sometimes permanent or long-term.
  • justera – means "to adjust," implying small or fine modifications rather than complete change.
  • byta – means "to exchange" or "to switch," used when replacing one thing with another.

Summary:

  • ändra = to change or modify something (general).
  • förändra = to cause transformation or a more substantial change.
  • justera = to tweak or make fine adjustments.
  • byta = to replace or swap one thing for another.

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Examples

Kan du ändra tiden?verb

Can you change the time?

Jag ändrade planen i går.verb

I changed the plan yesterday.

Vi måste ändra reglerna snart.verb

We must change the rules soon.

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