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semantics in Swedish

semantics in Swedish is semantik, betydelselära — semantics means the branch of linguistics concerned with meaning in language.

semantics in Swedish

semantik
noun
The meanings of individual words, as opposed to the overall meaning of a passage.
betydelselära
noun
The meanings of individual words, as opposed to the overall meaning of a passage.

What does "semantics" mean?

  1. noun The branch of linguistics concerned with meaning in language.
    "A course in semantics teaches how words and sentences carry meaning."
  2. noun Informally, the fine distinctions or technicalities of wording in an argument, often used dismissively.
    "Let's not argue over semantics when we both want the same result."
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semantics in a sentence

  • A course in semantics teaches how words and sentences carry meaning.
  • The linguist studied semantics to see how children learn what words mean.
  • Let's not argue over semantics when we both want the same result.
  • Whether we call it a fee or a charge is just semantics.

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Frequently asked questions

What is "semantics" in Swedish?
"semantics" in Swedish is semantik, betydelselära. semantics means: The branch of linguistics concerned with meaning in language.
How do you use "semantics" in a sentence?
Example: "A course in semantics teaches how words and sentences carry meaning." In Swedish, "semantics" is semantik, betydelselära.
Are there other ways to say "semantics" in Swedish?
Yes — Swedish has 2 translations listed for "semantics": semantik, betydelselära.
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