scratch in Danish

scratch in Danish is ridse, klø — scratch means to rub or drag nails, claws, or a sharp point across a surface, especially to relieve an itch or leave a mark.

scratch in Danish

ridse

noun

A disruption, mark or shallow cut on a surface made by scratching.

klø

verb

To rub a surface with a sharp object, especially by a living creature to remove itching with nails, claws, etc.

What does "scratch" mean?

verb To rub or drag nails, claws, or a sharp point across a surface, especially to relieve an itch or leave a mark.
"The puppy scratched the sofa until the cushion cover began to tear."
noun A mark, cut, or sound produced by scratching.
"I heard a faint scratch at the window and found the cat outside."
verb To withdraw from a race or competition one had previously entered.
"The runner was scratched from the final after pulling a muscle in training."
noun Informal term for money, especially cash.
"I'm short of scratch this month, so I can't go out."

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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”.

scratch in a sentence

The puppy scratched the sofa until the cushion cover began to tear.
The cat scratched at the door to be let out.
I heard a faint scratch at the window and found the cat outside.
He had a small scratch on his knee from climbing the fence.

Similar words in Danish

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Common Danish translations

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Frequently asked questions

What is "scratch" in Danish?

"scratch" in Danish is ridse, klø. scratch means: To rub or drag nails, claws, or a sharp point across a surface, especially to relieve an itch or leave a mark.

How do you use "scratch" in a sentence?

Example: "The puppy scratched the sofa until the cushion cover began to tear." In Danish, "scratch" is ridse, klø.

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

Yes — Danish has 2 translations listed for "scratch": ridse, klø.

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