knife in Danish

knife in Danish is kniv, skære, stikke med kniv — knife means a tool with a flat, usually metal blade sharpened along one edge and fixed to a handle, used for cutting.

knife in Danish

kniv

noun

skære

verb

(transitive) To use a knife to injure or kill by stabbing, slashing, or otherwise using the sharp edge of the knife as a weapon.

stikke med kniv

verb

(transitive) To use a knife to injure or kill by stabbing, slashing, or otherwise using the sharp edge of the knife as a weapon.

skære

verb

(intransitive) To cut through as if with a knife.

What does "knife" mean?

noun A tool with a flat, usually metal blade sharpened along one edge and fixed to a handle, used for cutting.
"She sliced the bread with a bread knife."
verb To stab or cut someone with a knife.
"He was knifed in the arm during the scuffle."
verb To betray someone, especially a political ally.
"Party insiders accused him of knifing his own leader before the vote."

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C2 · Advanced serendipity Fortunate discoveries made entirely by accident.

Gen Z slang rizz Charm — the ability to attract a romantic interest.

B2 · Intermediate empathy The capacity to share another person’s feelings.

C1 · Advanced nonchalant Casually calm and relaxed; unconcerned.

Internet slang delulu Delusional — believing something against the odds.

Etymology nostalgia Greek nostos “return home” + algos “pain”.

knife in a sentence

She sliced the bread with a bread knife.
Always keep your kitchen knives sharp — a dull knife is more dangerous than a sharp one.
He was knifed in the arm during the scuffle.
Party insiders accused him of knifing his own leader before the vote.

Similar words in Danish

blade cutter stab tongue

Common Danish translations

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Frequently asked questions

What is "knife" in Danish?

"knife" in Danish is kniv, skære, stikke med kniv. knife means: A tool with a flat, usually metal blade sharpened along one edge and fixed to a handle, used for cutting.

How do you use "knife" in a sentence?

Example: "She sliced the bread with a bread knife." In Danish, "knife" is kniv, skære, stikke med kniv.

Are there other ways to say "knife" in Danish?

Yes — Danish has 3 translations listed for "knife": kniv, skære, stikke med kniv.

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