When something is gangbar in Danish, it means it's generally accepted or in common use. Think of it like something being 'current' or 'standard' in English.
For example, a 'gangbar mønt' is legal tender, currency that is accepted everywhere. If a phrase is 'gangbar', it's a common expression people understand and use. It implies a widespread recognition and acceptance within a particular context, whether it's about goods, ideas, or language itself.
When a word is described as C1 in the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages (CEFR), it signifies an advanced level of proficiency. At this stage, you're expected to understand a wide range of demanding, longer texts, and recognize implicit meaning. You can express yourself fluently and spontaneously without much obvious searching for expressions. Your vocabulary should be extensive and allow you to use language flexibly and effectively for social, academic, and professional purposes. You can produce clear, well-structured, detailed text on complex subjects, showing controlled use of organizational patterns, connectors, and cohesive devices.
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Adjectives typically agree in gender and number with the noun they modify. For common gender singular nouns (en-words), 'gangbar' remains unchanged.
en gangbar mønt (an accepted coin)
For neuter gender singular nouns (et-words), 'gangbar' takes an '-t' ending, becoming 'gangbart'.
et gangbart udtryk (an accepted expression)
For plural nouns of either gender, 'gangbar' takes an '-e' ending, becoming 'gangbare'.
gangbare løsninger (accepted solutions)
When an adjective is in the definite form (preceded by a definite article like 'den', 'det', 'de' or a possessive pronoun), it also takes an '-e' ending.
den gangbare pris (the accepted price)
When 'gangbar' functions as a predicate adjective (after a verb like 'være' - to be), it agrees with the subject noun in gender and number.
Ideen er gangbar. (The idea is accepted.)
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10 preguntasThe Danish word 'gangbar' means something that is accepted or in general use. You can think of it as something that is current, valid, or commonly used.
Sure. You might say:
- 'Det er en gangbar mønt.' (It is a valid coin.)
- 'Den ide er gangbar.' (That idea is accepted/viable.)
- 'Dette er den mest gangbare løsning.' (This is the most common/accepted solution.)
Yes, 'gangbar' is a reasonably common word, especially in contexts discussing the validity, acceptance, or currency of something.
No, its primary meaning revolves around being accepted, valid, or in general use. It's quite straightforward in that regard.
It's pronounced roughly like 'gang-bar' (rhymes with 'song' and 'car'). The 'g' is soft, similar to the 'g' in 'sing'.
No, 'gangbar' is typically used to describe things, ideas, solutions, or currencies, not people. You wouldn't say 'en gangbar person' to mean an accepted person.
'Gangbar' specifically implies acceptance or currency, like a valid idea or a usable coin. 'Almindelig' means 'common' or 'general,' and it's broader. Something can be 'almindelig' (common) without necessarily being 'gangbar' (accepted or valid in a specific context).
An opposite could be something like 'ugyldig' (invalid) or 'uacceptabel' (unacceptable), depending on the context. If something is not 'gangbar', it means it's not accepted or not current.
Yes, 'gangbar' is an adjective. It behaves like most Danish adjectives, meaning it can be declined. For example, 'en gangbar mønt' (a valid coin) or 'den gangbare løsning' (the accepted solution).
While it relates to what is accepted or current, it's not typically used to describe trends or popularity in the same way you'd use words like 'populær' (popular). It's more about official acceptance or practical usability rather than widespread appeal.
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Imagine you are talking about money that is still commonly used today. Write a sentence in Danish saying 'This currency is still accepted.'
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Denne valuta er stadig gangbar.
You want to say that an old tradition is still common. Write a Danish sentence: 'This old tradition is still accepted.'
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Denne gamle tradition er stadig gangbar.
You are discussing a phrase that everyone understands. Write a Danish sentence: 'That phrase is very common.'
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Det udtryk er meget gangbart.
Hvilken valuta er mest gangbar i Danmark?
Read this passage:
I dag er euroen gangbar i mange lande. Det betyder, at du kan bruge den til at betale for ting. Men i Danmark er den danske krone stadig den mest gangbare valuta. Mange butikker accepterer ikke euro.
Hvilken valuta er mest gangbar i Danmark?
Passagen siger 'i Danmark er den danske krone stadig den mest gangbare valuta.'
Passagen siger 'i Danmark er den danske krone stadig den mest gangbare valuta.'
Hvad betyder det, når gamle mønter ikke er gangbare?
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Nogle gamle mønter er ikke gangbare længere. Det betyder, at du ikke kan bruge dem i butikkerne. Du skal veksle dem i banken, hvis de har værdi. Nye mønter er altid gangbare.
Hvad betyder det, når gamle mønter ikke er gangbare?
Passagen siger 'Det betyder, at du ikke kan bruge dem i butikkerne.'
Passagen siger 'Det betyder, at du ikke kan bruge dem i butikkerne.'
Hvad er en gangbar løsning?
Read this passage:
En gangbar løsning er en løsning, som alle er enige om eller forstår. Det er vigtigt at finde gangbare løsninger, især når man arbejder sammen. En ikke-gangbar løsning vil skabe problemer.
Hvad er en gangbar løsning?
Passagen siger 'En gangbar løsning er en løsning, som alle er enige om eller forstår.'
Passagen siger 'En gangbar løsning er en løsning, som alle er enige om eller forstår.'
This sentence means 'It is a viable solution.' We start with 'Det' (It), followed by 'er' (is), then 'en gangbar løsning' (a viable solution).
This sentence means 'This expression is no longer current.' We start with 'Dette udtryk' (This expression), followed by 'er' (is), then 'ikke længere' (no longer), and finally 'gangbart' (current/accepted).
This sentence means 'The currency is not accepted here.' We start with 'Valutaen' (The currency), followed by 'er' (is), then 'ikke gangbar' (not accepted), and finally 'her' (here).
Hvilket ord betyder 'accepted' eller 'in general use'?
Gangbar betyder, at noget er almindeligt accepteret eller i brug.
Vælg den sætning, hvor 'gangbar' bruges korrekt:
Gangbar bruges ofte om valuta eller ideer, der er gyldige eller accepterede.
Hvad er det modsatte af 'gangbar' i konteksten af en idé?
Hvis en idé er utænkelig, er den ikke 'gangbar' eller accepteret.
En 'gangbar' løsning er en løsning, der virker og er accepteret af alle.
Hvis en løsning er gangbar, betyder det, at den er praktisk og accepteret.
Ordet 'gangbar' bruges kun om penge.
Gangbar kan også bruges om ideer, metoder eller løsninger.
Hvis en teori er 'gangbar', er den ikke længere relevant.
Hvis en teori er gangbar, er den stadig relevant og accepteret.
Imagine you're discussing popular trends with a Danish friend. Write a sentence or two about something that is currently 'gangbar' (accepted/common) in Denmark, like a certain type of food, fashion, or activity. Try to use 'gangbar' in your answer.
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Lige nu er vegansk mad ved at blive meget gangbar i Danmark. Det er nemt at finde det i supermarkeder og restauranter. (Right now, vegan food is becoming very accepted in Denmark. It's easy to find it in supermarkets and restaurants.)
You are explaining a common Danish tradition to someone who is new to the country. Describe a tradition that is considered 'gangbar' (accepted or in general use) and how it is typically done. Use 'gangbar' in your explanation.
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En gangbar tradition i Danmark er at fejre fødselsdage med flag og sang. Det er almindeligt at hejse flaget udenfor huset og synge fødselsdagssange for den, der har fødselsdag. (An accepted tradition in Denmark is to celebrate birthdays with flags and singing. It is common to raise the flag outside the house and sing birthday songs for the birthday person.)
You are writing a short social media post about something that used to be 'gangbar' but isn't anymore. What is it, and why do you think it's no longer common? Use 'gangbar' in your post.
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For mange år siden var det gangbar at ryge indendørs på restauranter, men det er det heldigvis ikke længere! Jeg tror, folk er blevet mere opmærksomme på sundhed. (Many years ago, it was accepted to smoke indoors in restaurants, but luckily, it's not anymore! I think people have become more aware of health.)
Hvilket transportmiddel er 'gangbar' i København ifølge teksten?
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I dag er det meget gangbar at cykle i København. De fleste mennesker bruger cyklen til arbejde og fritid. Byen er designet til cyklister, og der er mange cykelstier. Det er en del af kulturen.
Hvilket transportmiddel er 'gangbar' i København ifølge teksten?
Teksten siger, at det er 'meget gangbar at cykle i København'. (The text says it's 'very accepted to bike in Copenhagen'.)
Teksten siger, at det er 'meget gangbar at cykle i København'. (The text says it's 'very accepted to bike in Copenhagen'.)
Hvilken kommunikationsform var 'gangbar' for 50 år siden ifølge teksten?
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For 50 år siden var det gangbar at sende breve med posten for at kommunikere med familie og venner. I dag er e-mail og tekstbeskeder meget mere almindelige, og breve er primært til officielle dokumenter.
Hvilken kommunikationsform var 'gangbar' for 50 år siden ifølge teksten?
Teksten nævner, at 'det var gangbar at sende breve med posten for at kommunikere'. (The text mentions that 'it was accepted to send letters by mail to communicate'.)
Teksten nævner, at 'det var gangbar at sende breve med posten for at kommunikere'. (The text mentions that 'it was accepted to send letters by mail to communicate'.)
Hvad er 'gangbar' på mange danske arbejdspladser angående kommunikation?
Read this passage:
På mange arbejdspladser i Danmark er det gangbar at have en uformel omgangstone. Det betyder, at medarbejdere taler åbent med hinanden og ofte bruger fornavne, selv med ledere. Dette skaber en afslappet atmosfære.
Hvad er 'gangbar' på mange danske arbejdspladser angående kommunikation?
Teksten siger, at 'det er gangbar at have en uformel omgangstone'. (The text says 'it is accepted to have an informal tone'.)
Teksten siger, at 'det er gangbar at have en uformel omgangstone'. (The text says 'it is accepted to have an informal tone'.)
Er denne valuta stadig ___ i Danmark?
The question asks if the currency is still 'accepted' or 'in general use' in Denmark, making 'gangbar' the correct fit. 'Ugangbar' means not accepted, 'sjælden' means rare, and 'populær' means popular, none of which fit the context as precisely as 'gangbar'.
Den gamle tradition er stadig meget ___ i landsbyen.
The sentence implies that the old tradition is still widely 'accepted' or 'practiced' in the village, thus 'gangbar' is the best choice. 'Glemt' means forgotten, 'ny' means new, and 'ukendt' means unknown, none of which align with the context.
Selvom teknologien er ny, er den allerede blevet ret ___ i branchen.
The sentence suggests that despite being new, the technology has become widely 'accepted' or 'used' in the industry. Therefore, 'gangbar' is the correct answer. 'Kompliceret' means complicated, 'dyr' means expensive, and 'svær' means difficult, none of which fit the context as well.
For at en idé skal være ___, skal den have bred opbakning.
For an idea to be 'accepted' or 'workable', it needs broad support, making 'gangbar' the appropriate word. 'Kontroversiel' means controversial, 'mærkelig' means strange, and 'upopulær' means unpopular, none of which make sense in this context.
Løsningen er ikke længere ___, da situationen har ændret sig drastisk.
The sentence indicates that the solution is no longer 'accepted' or 'viable' because the situation has changed. Thus, 'gangbar' is the correct choice. 'Perfekt' means perfect, 'nem' means easy, and 'moderne' means modern, none of which fit the context.
Den gamle slang er ikke længere ___ blandt unge.
The phrase suggests that the old slang is no longer 'accepted' or 'in general use' among young people. 'Gangbar' is the best fit here. 'Trendy' means fashionable, 'forståelig' means understandable, and 'udbredt' means widespread, but 'gangbar' specifically addresses the acceptance of the slang.
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Summary
'Gangbar' indicates something is widely accepted or commonly used, like currency or an idea.
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