träffa

Träffa (Swedish)

Definition:
"Träffa" means to meet, to hit, or to come across in English. It is a verb used in various contexts depending on the situation.

Uses and meanings:

1. To meet - When you encounter someone, typically arranged:

   • Vi ska träffa våra vänner i kväll.
   • "We are going to meet our friends tonight."

2. To hit - When something strikes a target:

   • Bollen träffade målet.
   • "The ball hit the goal."

3. To come across / find - When you encounter or find something or someone by chance:

   • Jag träffade henne av en slump på stan.
   • "I came across her by chance in town."

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Synonyms and nuances

• Möta – Also means "to meet," but generally implies meeting someone more formally or for the first time, or encountering an opponent.

  • Vi mötte motståndarna i finalen. (We met the opponents in the final.)
  • Compared to "träffa," "möta" is less often used for social meetings with friends.

• Hitta – Means "to find" rather than just "to come across."

  • Jag hittade mina nycklar. (I found my keys.)
  • "Träffa" when used to mean "come across," usually implies meeting people or hitting a target, while "hitta" is for locating items or places.

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Summary:
"Träffa" primarily means "to meet," but depending on context, it can also mean "to hit" or simply "to come across" someone or something. Its specific meaning depends heavily on the sentence context.