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handful in Swedish

handful in Swedish is handfull, näve — handful means the amount that fits in one hand, or a small number of something.

handful in Swedish

handfull
noun
The amount that a hand will grasp or contain.
näve
noun
The amount that a hand will grasp or contain.
handfull
noun
A small number, usually approximately five.

What does "handful" mean?

  1. noun The amount that fits in one hand, or a small number of something.
    "He tossed a handful of seeds onto the lawn for the birds."
  2. noun Someone or something that is difficult to manage or control.
    "That puppy is a handful, chewing every shoe in the house."
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handful in a sentence

  • He tossed a handful of seeds onto the lawn for the birds.
  • She grabbed a handful of almonds on her way out.
  • That puppy is a handful, chewing every shoe in the house.
  • My little brother was a handful when he was five.

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What is "handful" in Swedish?
"handful" in Swedish is handfull, näve. handful means: The amount that fits in one hand, or a small number of something.
How do you use "handful" in a sentence?
Example: "He tossed a handful of seeds onto the lawn for the birds." In Swedish, "handful" is handfull, näve.
Are there other ways to say "handful" in Swedish?
Yes — Swedish has 2 translations listed for "handful": handfull, näve.
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