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ärrävika — meaning in English

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English meaning

burr noun A prickly seed case or flower head that clings to fur or clothing.

Senses

ärrävika is used for these senses in English:

burr A uvular "r" sound, or (by extension) an accent characterized by this sound.
rhotacism The inability to pronounce the letter R; derhotacization.

burr — full definition

noun A prickly seed case or flower head that clings to fur or clothing.
noun A strong, rolled pronunciation of the letter "r," or an accent marked by it.
verb To grind or smooth using a small rotating abrasive tool.

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C2 · Advanced serendipity Fortunate discoveries made entirely by accident.

Gen Z slang rizz Charm — the ability to attract a romantic interest.

B2 · Intermediate empathy The capacity to share another person’s feelings.

C1 · Advanced nonchalant Casually calm and relaxed; unconcerned.

Internet slang delulu Delusional — believing something against the odds.

Etymology nostalgia Greek nostos “return home” + algos “pain”.

C2 · Advanced serendipity Fortunate discoveries made entirely by accident.

Gen Z slang rizz Charm — the ability to attract a romantic interest.

B2 · Intermediate empathy The capacity to share another person’s feelings.

C1 · Advanced nonchalant Casually calm and relaxed; unconcerned.

Internet slang delulu Delusional — believing something against the odds.

Etymology nostalgia Greek nostos “return home” + algos “pain”.

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