to swing
01
svänga, pendla
to move or make something move from one side to another while suspended
Intransitive
Transitive: to swing sb/sth
Exempel
The worker in the warehouse swung the pallet from one side to another using the forklift.
Arbetaren i lagret svängde pallen från ena sidan till den andra med hjälp av gaffeltrucken.
02
svinga, slå
to strike or target something using a sweeping motion, typically with the arm
Transitive: to swing a handled implement
Exempel
The lumberjack swung the axe, aiming to chop down the tree with accuracy.
Skogshuggaren svingade yxan, med målet att fälla trädet med precision.
03
ändra, få att ändra
to shift or cause to shift from one opinion, mood, etc. to another
Transitive: to swing a opinion or perception
Exempel
A well-crafted marketing campaign has the ability to swing consumer preferences.
En väl utformad marknadsföringskampanj har förmågan att ändra konsumenternas preferenser.
04
manipulera, uppnå
to succeed in achieving or getting something, particularly in a dishonest way
Transitive: to swing an achievement
Exempel
The student tried to swing a passing grade by bribing the teacher with a tempting offer.
Studenten försökte få ett godkänt betyg genom att muta läraren med ett frestande erbjudande.
05
gunga, swinga
(of music) to be performed or played with a distinctive rhythmic feel characterized by a lively, propulsive groove
Intransitive
Exempel
The rhythm section of the orchestra naturally swung, giving the classical piece a modern and lively twist.
Orkesterns rytmsektion swingade naturligt, vilket gav den klassiska stycket en modern och livfull twist.
06
gunga, svänga
to move or walk with a rhythmic and swaying motion
Intransitive
Exempel
The procession of marchers swung down the street.
Demonstranternas tåg svängde ner längs gatan.
07
svinga, gunga
to move or propel in a curving, pendulum-like motion, often smoothly and with a sense of ease
Transitive: to swing sth
Exempel
He swung the paintbrush in broad strokes, creating a vibrant and expressive canvas.
Han svingade penseln i breda drag och skapade en livfull och uttrycksfull duk.
08
gunga, spela med swing
to perform music with a fluid and rhythmically expressive style
Intransitive
Exempel
The percussionist skillfully swung between different instruments.
Percussionisten svängde skickligt mellan olika instrument.
09
gunga, svänga
to be suspended from a support and move freely in a pendulum-like manner
Intransitive
Exempel
The pendant lamp in the hallway swung freely, creating patterns of light and shadow on the walls.
Pendlampan i hallen svängde fritt och skapade mönster av ljus och skugga på väggarna.
10
levandegöra, vibrera
to be in a state of liveliness, excitement, and modernity
Intransitive
Exempel
With its dynamic menu and trendy decor, the restaurant is sure to swing.
Med sin dynamiska meny och trendiga inredning är restaurangen säker på att svänga.
11
byta, swinga
to engage in consensual, non-monogamous activities involving the exchange of partners
Intransitive
Exempel
The open-minded group of friends occasionally likes to swing.
Den öppensinnade vänskapsgruppen gillar ibland att byta (betyder 'att delta i samtyckande, icke-monogama aktiviteter som innebär utbyte av partners').
Swing
01
a play device that supports a person moving back and forth
Exempel
He felt a rush of nostalgia as he sat on the backyard swing.
02
swing, swingmusik
a form of jazz characterized by its lively rhythms, syncopated beats, and emphasis on improvisation, notably popularized in the 1930s and 1940s
Exempel
The guitarist 's nimble fingers effortlessly navigated the intricate chord changes of the swing composition.
Gitarristens smidiga fingrar navigerade utan ansträngning genom de intrikata ackordförändringarna i swing-kompositionen.
03
swing, swingdans
a lively and energetic style of dance characterized by rhythmic movements, spins, turns, and coordinated footwork
Exempel
At the swing competition, couples showcased their unique styles and flair, captivating the audience with their dynamic performances.
Vid swing-tävlingen visade paren sina unika stilar och flair och fängslade publiken med sina dynamiska framträdanden.
04
a broad, sweeping blow, stroke, or motion, typically with an arm, weapon, or object
Exempel
The swing of the hammer split the wood in two.
05
a noticeable shift from one opinion, position, or state to another
Exempel
He felt a swing of mood after reading the letter.
06
movement from one place or position to another by shifting back and forth or oscillating
Exempel
There was a noticeable swing of the crane as it lifted the load.
07
a state of sustained, vigorous, and characteristic activity, often showing momentum or rhythm
Exempel
He settled into the swing of city life.
08
sving, slag
the act of a batter attempting to hit the ball with the bat in baseball
Exempel
The batter 's swing connected with the ball, sending it deep into center field.
Slagmannens sving träffade bollen och skickade den djupt in i centerfältet.
09
sving, rörelse
the action of hitting the golf ball with the club
Exempel
His swing speed increased with training.
Hans swinghastighet ökade med träning.
10
a lively, jaunty, or syncopated rhythm in music, especially jazz
Exempel
She learned to tap her foot to the swing of the song.
Lexikalt Träd
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