torture in Danish

torture in Danish is tortur, tortere, torturere — torture means the deliberate infliction of severe pain, especially to punish someone or force information out of them.

torture in Danish

tortur

noun

tortere

verb

(transitive) To intentionally inflict severe pain or suffering on (someone), usually with the aim of forcing confessions or punishing them.

torturere

verb

(transitive) To intentionally inflict severe pain or suffering on (someone), usually with the aim of forcing confessions or punishing them.

What does "torture" mean?

noun The deliberate infliction of severe pain, especially to punish someone or force information out of them.
"Many countries have signed a treaty that bans torture in all circumstances."
noun Severe mental or physical suffering.
"Sitting through that long, boring lecture was absolute torture for the restless children."
verb To deliberately inflict severe pain on someone, often to punish or extract information.
"Officials who torture people to get answers can be prosecuted under international law."

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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”.

torture in a sentence

Many countries have signed a treaty that bans torture in all circumstances.
The regime was condemned internationally for its use of torture.
Sitting through that long, boring lecture was absolute torture for the restless children.
The hot, crowded train was torture, and we were glad to get off.

Similar words in Danish

cruelty suffering torment

Common Danish translations

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Frequently asked questions

What is "torture" in Danish?

"torture" in Danish is tortur, tortere, torturere. torture means: The deliberate infliction of severe pain, especially to punish someone or force information out of them.

How do you use "torture" in a sentence?

Example: "Many countries have signed a treaty that bans torture in all circumstances." In Danish, "torture" is tortur, tortere, torturere.

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

Yes — Danish has 3 translations listed for "torture": tortur, tortere, torturere.

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