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duck in Swedish

duck in Swedish is anka, and, ducka — duck means a web-footed water bird, often kept domestically or hunted.

duck in Swedish

anka
noun
An aquatic bird of the family Anatidae, having a flat bill and webbed feet.
and
noun
An aquatic bird of the family Anatidae, having a flat bill and webbed feet.
and
noun
anka
noun
ducka
verb
(transitive) To quickly lower (the head or body), often in order to prevent it from being struck by something.

What does "duck" mean?

  1. noun A web-footed water bird, often kept domestically or hunted.
    "A mother duck led her ducklings across the road and the traffic stopped."
  2. verb To lower the head or body quickly to avoid being hit.
    "The cyclist had to duck under a branch hanging over the path."
  3. verb To avoid or evade a task, question, or responsibility.
    "She tried to duck out of the washing-up by pretending to be on the phone."
  4. noun (British, informal) A term of endearment for a friend or stranger.
    "Come in and sit down, duck, and I will put the kettle on."
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duck in a sentence

  • A mother duck led her ducklings across the road and the traffic stopped.
  • We could hear a duck quacking somewhere beside the river.
  • The cyclist had to duck under a branch hanging over the path.
  • He had to duck to avoid the low doorway.

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Frequently asked questions

What is "duck" in Swedish?
"duck" in Swedish is anka, and, ducka. duck means: A web-footed water bird, often kept domestically or hunted.
How do you use "duck" in a sentence?
Example: "A mother duck led her ducklings across the road and the traffic stopped." In Swedish, "duck" is anka, and, ducka.
Are there other ways to say "duck" in Swedish?
Yes — Swedish has 3 translations listed for "duck": anka, and, ducka.
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