perpetuate in Swedish
perpetuate in Swedish is vidmakthålla, föreviga, bevara — perpetuate means to keep something going indefinitely, often something negative like a problem or stereotype.
perpetuate in Swedish
vidmakthålla
(transitive) To make (something) perpetual; to make (something) continue for an indefinite time; also, to preserve (something) from extinction or oblivion.
föreviga
(transitive) To make (something) perpetual; to make (something) continue for an indefinite time; also, to preserve (something) from extinction or oblivion.
bevara
(transitive) To prolong the existence of (something) by repetition; to reinforce.
What does "perpetuate" mean?
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verb To keep something going indefinitely, often something negative like a problem or stereotype.
"The film has been criticized for perpetuating outdated stereotypes."
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verb To preserve something so it is not forgotten.
"The museum works to perpetuate the memory of the town's founders."
perpetuate in a sentence
- The film has been criticized for perpetuating outdated stereotypes.
- Low wages perpetuate the cycle of poverty in the region.
- The museum works to perpetuate the memory of the town's founders.
Common Swedish translations
Frequently asked questions
What is "perpetuate" in Swedish?
"perpetuate" in Swedish is vidmakthålla, föreviga, bevara. perpetuate means: To keep something going indefinitely, often something negative like a problem or stereotype.
How do you use "perpetuate" in a sentence?
Example: "The film has been criticized for perpetuating outdated stereotypes." In Swedish, "perpetuate" is vidmakthålla, föreviga, bevara.
Are there other ways to say "perpetuate" in Swedish?
Yes — Swedish has 3 translations listed for "perpetuate": vidmakthålla, föreviga, bevara.
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