bruges: meaning, definition, pronunciation and examples
A1 (Extremely High Frequency)Neutral; used in all registers from informal conversation to formal writing.
Quick answer
What does “bruges” mean?
The third-person singular present tense form of the verb 'bruge,' meaning to use, employ, or utilize something.
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Pronunciation
Definition
Meaning and Definition
The third-person singular present tense form of the verb 'bruge,' meaning to use, employ, or utilize something.
In Danish, it describes the action of applying an object, method, or resource for a specific purpose. It can also imply making something functional, expending something (like time or money), or engaging in a habitual practice.
Dialectal Variation
British vs American Usage
Differences
N/A as a Danish word. The equivalent English verb 'use' has no significant UK/US difference in core meaning.
Connotations
N/A
Frequency
N/A
Grammar
How to Use “bruges” in a Sentence
Subject + bruges + til + infinitive/nounSubject + bruges + som + nounDer + bruges + objectVocabulary
Collocations
Examples
Examples of “bruges” in a Sentence
verb
British English
- This method is used widely in European research.
- A special key is used to open the safe.
American English
- This tool is used for tightening bolts.
- The formula is used in several applications.
adverb
British English
- N/A
American English
- N/A
adjective
British English
- N/A
American English
- N/A
Usage
Meaning in Context
Business
Beskrivelse af ressourceallokering eller procesimplementering.
Academic
Forklaring af metodik eller anvendelse af teorier.
Everyday
At tale om, hvordan man anvender genstande fra hverdagen.
Technical
Specifikation af, hvordan et værktøj eller et system anvendes.
Vocabulary
Synonyms of “bruges”
Strong
Neutral
Weak
Vocabulary
Antonyms of “bruges”
Watch out
Common Mistakes When Using “bruges”
- At glemme 'til' i 'bruges til at...'.
- At bruge infinitiv uden 'at' efter 'bruges til'.
- At forveksle 'bruges' (passiv/praesens) med 'bruger' (aktiv/praesens).
FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
Nej. 'Bruges' er nutid (præsens) i passiv eller med 'der'. 'Brugte' er enten datid (præteritum) eller at have brugt (perfektum).
'Bruger' er aktiv form: 'Jeg bruger en pen.' 'Bruges' er passiv eller beskriver en almindelig handling: 'Denne pen bruges ofte.' / 'Der bruges meget papir.'
Næsten altid, når formålet beskrives. Eksempel: 'bruges til at lave mad'. Undtagelse er faste udtryk som 'bruges som (værktøj)'.
Ja, men ofte i en passiv, upersonlig eller metafysisk betydning, f.eks. 'Han bruges som eksempel' eller 'Der bruges frivillige til arrangementet'. Det kan have en negativ klang, hvis det antyder udnyttelse.
The third-person singular present tense form of the verb 'bruge,' meaning to use, employ, or utilize something.
Bruges is usually neutral; used in all registers from informal conversation to formal writing. in register.
Bruges: in British English it is pronounced N/A, and in American English it is pronounced N/A. Tap the audio buttons above to hear it.
Phrases
Idioms & Phrases
- “Bruge for mange kræfter på noget”
- “Bruge tandbørsten”
- “Bruge tid som vand”
Learning
Memory Aids
Mnemonic
Tænk på det engelske ord 'bridge'. Man bruger (bruger) en bro til at komme over vandet. 'Bruges' er, hvordan broen 'er brugt' af folk.
Conceptual Metaphor
TO USE IS TO EMPLOY A TOOL (Anvendelse er at ansætte et værktøj). Ressourcer og metoder ses som redskaber til at opnå et mål.
Practice
Quiz
Hvilken sætning bruger 'bruges' korrekt?