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to fall
01
falla, ramla
to quickly move from a higher place toward the ground
Intransitive
Example
The leaves fall from the trees in autumn.
She loses her balance and falls backwards.
02
minska, falla
to decrease in quantity, quality, or extent
Intransitive
Example
With the economic downturn, consumer spending on luxury items started to fall.
After the harvest season, the supply of fresh vegetables at the market began to fall.
The temperature is expected to fall significantly as we move into the winter months.
03
falla, sjunka
to physically move in a downward direction without necessarily reaching the lowest point
Intransitive
Example
As the airplane descended for landing, the passengers felt a slight pressure change as they began to fall toward the runway.
04
falla, minska
to lose a position of power, authority, or influence, often as a result of a negative event or circumstance
Intransitive
Example
Following the economic downturn, several prominent business figures saw their empires fall.
After the scandal, the once-respected politician saw his reputation fall dramatically.
05
falla, sova
to transition passively into a specific state or condition
Linking Verb: to fall [adj]
06
falla under, höra till
to come under, be classified, or included in a specific category, group, or set of criteria
Intransitive: to fall under a category
07
falla, misslyckas
to undergo a situation of defeat, failure, or significant decline
Intransitive
08
falla, ske
to happen or take place at a specific time
Intransitive: to fall point in time
Example
The exam will fall on Monday, and students are advised to review their materials over the weekend.
The eclipse is predicted to fall later this month.
The annual festival is set to fall on the third weekend of September this year.
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falla, övertas
to be defeated in battle or conflict, leading to the capture of a military force
Intransitive
10
falla, avlida
to die, especially in the context of warfare, conflict, or a hunt
Intransitive
11
falla, sjunka
to descend, touch, or be placed on a surface, often in a gradual or gentle manner
Intransitive: to fall somewhere
Example
The painter allowed the brushstroke to fall delicately onto the canvas.
The spotlight on the stage was adjusted to fall precisely on the lead performer.
12
falla på, återfalla till
to be assigned, typically referring to responsibilities or tasks
Intransitive: to fall to sb
Example
As the eldest sibling, the duty of looking after the younger ones often falls naturally to her.
13
ge efter frestelsen, falla i synd
to give in to temptation, or to commit a sinful act
Intransitive: to fall into a wrongful act
14
födas, komma till världen
(of lambs) to be born
Intransitive
Example
In the serene meadows, the shepherd witnesses the beauty of nature as lambs fall.
In the early spring, the fields come alive as lambs fall, bringing new energy to the farm.
15
falla, sjunka
to let one's facial expression convey a sense of disappointment, sadness, or dejection
Intransitive
16
ge sig i kast med, ta sig an
to embark on or undertake a task or activity with enthusiasm or commitment
Transitive: to fall to a task
17
falla, sjunka
to come or descend in a manner suggesting a drop
Transitive: to fall over sb/sth | to fall upon sb/sth
18
sjunka, minska
to gradually diminish, settle, or decrease in intensity
Intransitive
Example
The tension in the room started to fall after the mediator successfully facilitated a resolution.
After the storm passed, the wind and rain began to fall, leaving behind a calm atmosphere.
The applause for the performance echoed through the auditorium and eventually began to fall.
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sjunka, nedstiga
to slope downward or decline gradually
Intransitive
Example
The hiking trail started to fall gently as it led down into the valley.
The road seemed to fall as it wound down the mountain, offering breathtaking views.
As the river flowed, the terrain caused it to fall steadily, creating small waterfalls.
20
falla, sjunka
to intentionally and forcefully descend to a lower position, often by bending at the waist or knees
Intransitive
Example
In the action movie, the hero had to fall from a great height and land safely as part of a daring stunt.
21
falla, övergå
to be inherited or acquired by legal or customary right
Transitive: to fall to sb
Fall
01
höst, fall
the season that comes after summer, when in most countries the color of the leaves change and they fall from the trees
Example
The days become shorter in fall, and the nights become cooler.
I like to wear cozy sweaters and scarves during the fall season.
The sound of crunching leaves underfoot is a characteristic of the fall season.
02
fallet, minskning
a reduction in size, amount, number, etc.
Example
The fall in temperature signaled the arrival of autumn.
The company reported a fall in profits for the second quarter.
The fall in oil prices has significantly impacted the global economy.
03
vattenfall, fall
a mass of water that continously drops from a high place such as a cliff
04
skymmning, kväll
the time of day immediately following sunset
05
fall, nederlag
the loss or defeat of someone or something, particularly in an irredeemable way
06
fall, grupp
a group of woodcocks
07
fall, nedgång
a sudden drop from an upright position
08
fall, ödesdigert fall
a lapse into sin; a loss of innocence or of chastity
09
lutning, backe
a downward slope or bend
10
fall, överlåtelse
the act of surrendering (usually under agreed conditions)
11
fall, nedgång
a movement downward
12
fall, minskning
a sudden sharp decrease in some quantity
13
fall, nedgång
a free and rapid descent by the force of gravity
14
fall, nederlag
when a wrestler's shoulders are forced to the mat
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fall, nedgång
a sudden or significant decline in a character's status, power, or fortune
What is a "fall"?
In literature, a fall often refers to a character's decline or downfall, whether in terms of their status, moral integrity, or personal circumstances. This term is frequently used to describe the process by which a character experiences significant loss or failure, often as a result of their own actions or external forces. The fall typically serves as a key turning point in the narrative, leading to further developments in the plot and influencing the character's journey.
Exempel
The leaves fall from the trees in autumn.
She loses her balance and falls backwards.
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