Zoeken
to cut up
[phrase form: cut]
01
in reepjes snijden, in stukken snijden
to slice something into smaller parts
Transitive: to cut up sth
Example
The chef skillfully cut up the vegetables for the stir-fry, ensuring they were uniform in size.
De chef snijdde de groenten in reepjes voor de roerbakschotel, zodat ze uniform van grootte waren.
The sculptor used a chisel to cut up the block of marble into a beautiful statue.
De beeldhouwer gebruikte een beitel om het blok marmer in stukken snijden tot een prachtige standbeeld.
02
verwoesten, vernielen
to cause significant harm to someone or something
Transitive: to cut up sth
Example
The hurricane cut up the coastal town, leaving destruction in its wake.
De orkaan verwoestte de kustplaats en liet vernietiging achter zich.
The machine malfunctioned and started to cut up the documents before they could be properly reviewed.
De machine functioneerde niet goed en begon de documenten te verwoesten voordat ze goed konden worden beoordeeld.
03
bewerken, in stukken knippen
to significantly edit something such as a document, paper, etc.
Transitive: to cut up a document or passage
Example
After receiving feedback from beta readers, the author decided to cut up the manuscript to address plot inconsistencies.
The editor suggested cutting up the lengthy introduction to improve the pacing of the novel.
04
opsplitsen, verdeel
to divide something into clear and separate parts or categories
Transitive: to cut up sth into parts or categories
Example
In the storage room, they decided to cut up the items into different sections based on their use.
The researcher had to cut up the data into distinct categories for a more detailed analysis.
05
afbranden, in de grond boren
to express strong disapproval in a harsh and critical way
Transitive: to cut up a person or their work
Example
After the controversial decision, the politician was cut up by the media for his perceived lack of transparency.
The film was cut up by critics for its poor plot and lackluster performances.
06
de selectie maken, de paarden kiezen
to choose a specific group of horses for a race
Transitive: to cut up sth
Example
The organizers decided to cut up the field for the prestigious race, selecting only the top thoroughbreds.
De organisatoren besloten de selectie te maken in het veld voor de prestigieuze race, alleen de top volbloeden te kiezen.
For the local derby, they will cut up the participating horses based on their recent performances.
Voor de lokale derby zullen ze de selectie maken van de deelnemende paarden op basis van hun recente prestaties.
07
snijden, inhalen
to suddenly drive one's vehicle in front of another moving vehicle in a dangerous manner
Transitive: to cut up a moving vehicle
Example
The aggressive driver cut up the car behind without using a turn signal, causing a near collision.
She was startled when a motorcyclist suddenly cut up her car on the highway, narrowly avoiding an accident.
08
verbijsteren, kwetsen
to cause emotional distress
Transitive: to cut up sb
Example
The heartbreaking news about the accident really cut up the entire community.
Het hartverscheurende nieuws over het ongeluk heeft de hele gemeenschap werkelijk verblijd en gekwetst.
His insensitive comments during the meeting cut up his colleagues, leaving them feeling hurt and offended.
Zijn ongevoelige opmerkingen tijdens de vergadering kwetsen zijn collega's, waardoor ze zich gekwetst en beledigd voelden.
09
kappen met, grappen maken
to playfully and energetically behave in a noisy and silly manner, particularly to make someone laugh
Intransitive
Example
At the office party, John always knows how to cut up and create a lively atmosphere with his jokes and playful behavior.
Op het kantoorfestival weet John altijd hoe hij kappen met en een levendige sfeer kan creëren met zijn grappen en speelse gedrag.
The comedian continued to cut up on stage, keeping the audience in stitches with his hilarious improvisation.
De komiek ging door met kappen met en grappen maken op het podium, waardoor het publiek in lachen uitbarstte met zijn hilarische improvisatie.
10
verstoord raken, ongelijk worden
(of a particular sports field) to get uneven or disturbed, usually because of frequent use or bad weather
Intransitive
Example
After heavy rain, the sports field began to cut up, making it challenging for the soccer players to maintain control of the ball.
Na harde regen begon het sportveld verstoord te raken, waardoor het voor de voetballers een uitdaging was om de bal onder controle te houden.
The horse racing track cut up significantly during the rainy season, affecting the performance of the horses.
Het paardenrenbaan raakte significant verstoord tijdens het regenseizoen, wat de prestaties van de paarden beïnvloedde.
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