en teknik
technology
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Definition & meaning
The word teknik has three primary meanings in Swedish:
- Technology/Engineering: Refers to the application of scientific knowledge for practical purposes, often in industrial, mechanical, or digital contexts (e.g., information technology).
- Technique/Skill: Refers to the specific method or way of performing a task, often requiring training or practice. This is common in sports, arts, or music (e.g., "he has a good technique on the piano").
- Equipment/Machinery: Refers to the physical apparatus or technical systems used to accomplish a task (e.g., the sound equipment at a concert).
Grammar & Word origin
Grammar:
- teknik is a common gender noun (en-word).
- Indefinite form: en teknik
- Definite form: tekniken
- Plural form: tekniker
- Definite plural: teknikerna
Origin: The word originates from the Greek word technikos, derived from techne, meaning "art," "craft," or "skill." It entered the Swedish language via French (technique) and German (Technik).
Synonyms & antonyms
Synonyms:
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In the sense of technology/engineering:
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In the sense of method/skill:
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In the sense of equipment:
Antonyms: While there are no direct linguistic antonyms for the word itself, depending on the context, one might contrast it with:
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Examples
Han gillar ny teknik.noun
He likes new technology.
Skolan köpte modern teknik till klassrummet.noun
The school bought modern technology for the classroom.
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