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elastic in Norwegian

elastic in Norwegian is elastisk, strekkbar, priselastisk — elastic means able to stretch and then spring back to its original shape.

elastic in Norwegian

elastisk

adj

Capable of stretching; particularly, capable of stretching so as to return to an original shape or size when force is released.

strekkbar

adj

Capable of stretching; particularly, capable of stretching so as to return to an original shape or size when force is released.

priselastisk

adj

(economics) Sensitive to changes in price.

What does "elastic" mean?

adjective Able to stretch and then spring back to its original shape.
"The waistband is elastic, so the trousers fit a range of sizes."
adjective Flexible and able to adapt readily to change.
"Her elastic schedule let her rearrange meetings at short notice."
noun A stretchy band or material used to hold or fasten things, such as in clothing or hair.
"She tied her hair back with an elastic."

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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.

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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”.

elastic in a sentence

The waistband is elastic, so the trousers fit a range of sizes.
A rubber band is elastic — pull it and it snaps back.
Her elastic schedule let her rearrange meetings at short notice.
She tied her hair back with an elastic.

Similar words in Norwegian

flexible

Common Norwegian translations

the of to and in I that for you it on with

Frequently asked questions

What is "elastic" in Norwegian?

"elastic" in Norwegian is elastisk, strekkbar, priselastisk. elastic means: Able to stretch and then spring back to its original shape.

How do you use "elastic" in a sentence?

Example: "The waistband is elastic, so the trousers fit a range of sizes." In Norwegian, "elastic" is elastisk, strekkbar, priselastisk.

Are there other ways to say "elastic" in Norwegian?

Yes — Norwegian has 3 translations listed for "elastic": elastisk, strekkbar, priselastisk.

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