covet in Swedish
covet in Swedish is begära, sukta — covet means to want something very badly, often something that belongs to someone else.
covet in Swedish
begära
(transitive) To wish for with eagerness; to desire possession of, often enviously.
sukta
(intransitive) To yearn; to have or indulge an inordinate desire, especially for another's possession.
What does "covet" mean?
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verb To want something very badly, often something that belongs to someone else.
"He coveted his neighbor's new sports car."
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covet in a sentence
- He coveted his neighbor's new sports car.
- She had long coveted a corner office with a view.
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What is "covet" in Swedish?
"covet" in Swedish is begära, sukta. covet means: To want something very badly, often something that belongs to someone else.
How do you use "covet" in a sentence?
Example: "He coveted his neighbor's new sports car." In Swedish, "covet" is begära, sukta.
Are there other ways to say "covet" in Swedish?
Yes — Swedish has 2 translations listed for "covet": begära, sukta.
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