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B1 noun 10 دقیقه مطالعه

indsats

تمرین کن مثال‌ها نکات و راهنمایی‌ها indsats در ۳۰ ثانیه

توضیح indsats in your Level:

At the A1 level, you can think of 'indsats' as a very big 'work'. While you might not use it yourself yet, you will hear teachers say 'God indsats!' which means 'Good job!' or 'Good effort!'. It is a way to say someone is trying hard. You can remember it as 'in' + 'sats' (putting something in). It is a common word, like 'en bil' (a car) or 'en hund' (a dog). You use 'en' before it: 'en indsats'. If you want to say you work hard, you can say 'Jeg gør en indsats'. It is a positive word to use when you want to show you are a good student or a good friend.

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At the A2 level, you start to use 'indsats' in simple sentences about work and school. You learn that 'indsats' means 'effort'. You can use adjectives with it, like 'en stor indsats' (a big effort) or 'en lille indsats' (a small effort). You also learn that the verb to use with it is 'gøre'. For example: 'Han gør en stor indsats for at lære dansk' (He makes a big effort to learn Danish). You might also see it in games or simple betting, where it means the money you play with. It is an important word for describing how people behave in a group.

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At the B1 level, 'indsats' becomes a key word for discussing social issues, work performance, and personal goals. You should understand that it doesn't just mean 'effort' but also 'contribution' or 'initiative'. You will see it in compound words like 'miljøindsats' (environmental effort) or 'politiindsats' (police operation). You should start using the more formal verb 'yde' instead of just 'gøre' when writing formal emails or giving presentations: 'Vi ydede en stor indsats'. You also learn to use prepositions correctly, such as 'en indsats for' or 'en indsats mod'. This level requires you to distinguish between 'indsats' (the work put in) and 'resultat' (the result).

At the B2 level, you use 'indsats' with nuance in professional and academic contexts. You understand its role in policy making, such as 'regeringens indsats på området' (the government's initiative in the area). You can discuss the plural 'indsatser' when referring to various strategic measures. You are familiar with idiomatic uses and can distinguish 'indsats' from synonyms like 'anstrengelse' (physical/mental exertion) and 'præstation' (performance). You use it fluently in debates about the welfare state, where 'den frivillige indsats' (voluntary effort) is a major topic. You also understand its technical meaning as an 'insert' in mechanical or product descriptions.

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At the C1 level, your use of 'indsats' is precise and stylistically varied. You use it to describe complex societal maneuvers and organizational strategies. You can analyze the 'indsats' of a historical figure or a political movement with depth. You are comfortable using it in the sense of 'stakes' in metaphorical contexts, such as 'der er meget på spil, og indsatsen er høj' (there is much at stake, and the stakes are high). You recognize the word in all its compound forms and can create your own compounds naturally. Your understanding of the word includes its etymological roots and its subtle differences from 'tiltag', 'initiativer', and 'virke'.

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At the C2 level, 'indsats' is a tool for sophisticated rhetoric. You use it in academic writing or high-level professional consultancy to describe systemic interventions. You can discuss the 'marginal indsats' in economic terms or the 'indsats' as a physical component in complex engineering. Your mastery allows you to use the word with irony or specific emphasis in literature or high-level journalism. You understand the historical evolution of the word and its role in the 'Danish model' of social responsibility. You can effortlessly switch between its abstract meanings and its concrete, physical meanings without any hesitation.

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تمرین کن مثال‌ها نکات و راهنمایی‌ها

indsats در ۳۰ ثانیه

Indsats primarily means 'effort' or 'contribution' in Danish.
It is used with the verb 'gøre' (to make) or 'yde' (to provide).
It can also mean a 'stake' in betting or a physical 'insert'.
It is a common gender noun (en indsats, plural: indsatser).

The Danish word indsats is a versatile and essential noun that primarily translates to 'effort', 'contribution', or 'endeavor' in English. At its core, it describes the energy, time, or resources one puts into a specific task or goal. However, its meaning can shift significantly depending on the context, ranging from social work and environmental policy to gambling and mechanical engineering. Understanding 'indsats' is crucial for B1 learners because it appears frequently in professional, academic, and civic discussions in Denmark.

The Effort of the Individual: In everyday conversation, 'indsats' refers to how hard someone works. If a student studies late every night, a teacher might praise their 'store indsats' (great effort). It implies a conscious choice to dedicate oneself to an outcome.
The Strategic Initiative: In a political or organizational context, 'indsats' refers to an initiative or a targeted campaign. For example, a 'miljøindsats' is an environmental initiative. Here, it is less about physical sweat and more about a structured plan of action.
The Financial Stake: In gambling or betting, 'indsats' is the stake or the amount of money you put at risk. If you bet 100 kroner on a football match, your 'indsats' is 100 kroner. This usage stems from the literal meaning of 'putting something in'.

Det kræver en fælles indsats at løse klimakrisen.

Translation: It requires a collective effort to solve the climate crisis.

The word is a compound of 'ind' (in) and 'sats' (from 'at sætte', to set/place). Literally, it is what you 'set in' to a situation. This mental image helps English speakers connect it to 'input' or 'investment'. Whether you are talking about a humanitarian 'hjælpeindsats' or a personal 'arbejdsindsats', you are describing the active contribution of resources toward a specific end. In Danish culture, which values 'fællesskab' (community), the concept of a 'fælles indsats' (joint effort) is particularly resonant and frequently cited in news and workplace meetings.

Vi må øge vores indsats på eksportmarkedet.

Translation: We must increase our efforts in the export market.

Mechanical/Physical Insert: Less commonly for language learners but important for technical contexts, 'indsats' can mean an insert, such as a tray inside a box or a filter inside a machine. It is the physical thing 'set inside'.

When using 'indsats', remember that it is a common gender noun (en indsats). It is often paired with verbs like 'gøre' (to do/make) or 'yde' (to render/provide). While 'gøre en indsats' is standard for general effort, 'yde en indsats' sounds slightly more formal and is frequently used in professional or official commendations. For example, 'Tak for den store indsats, du har ydet' (Thank you for the great effort you have provided).

Mastering the use of indsats requires understanding its common collocations and the prepositions that follow it. In Danish, you don't just 'have' an effort; you 'make' it, 'provide' it, or 'increase' it. The way 'indsats' interacts with other words determines whether you are speaking about a personal achievement, a business strategy, or a financial risk.

Verbs used with 'Indsats': The most common verb is at gøre. 'Jeg vil gøre en ekstra indsats' (I will make an extra effort). For more formal contexts, use at yde. 'Han ydede en formidabel indsats under krisen' (He rendered a formidable effort during the crisis). To describe increasing effort, use at øge or at intensivere.
Prepositional Usage: Typically, 'indsats' is followed by for (for), mod (against), or i (in). 'En indsats for miljøet' (An effort for the environment), 'En indsats mod kriminalitet' (An effort against crime), 'Vores indsats i projektet' (Our effort in the project).

Politiet har iværksat en særlig indsats mod narkosalg i parken.

Translation: The police have launched a special effort/operation against drug sales in the park.

When describing the quality of an effort, Danish uses adjectives like 'stor' (big), 'lille' (small), 'ekstra' (extra), 'frivillig' (voluntary), or 'målrettet' (targeted). 'En målrettet indsats' is a very common phrase in Danish business and politics, meaning a focused or strategic effort. If you want to say someone didn't try hard enough, you might say 'Hans indsats var mangelfuld' (His effort was deficient).

Hvad er din indsats i dette væddemål?

Translation: What is your stake in this bet?

In plural form, 'indsatser' often refers to different types of measures taken by an authority. For example, 'Kommunen har flere indsatser for unge ledige' (The municipality has several initiatives for young unemployed people). Each 'indsats' here represents a different program or strategy. Using the plural correctly shows a higher level of Danish proficiency as it moves from the abstract 'effort' to concrete 'actions'.

The 'Insert' Meaning: If you are buying a fireplace, you might see the word 'pejseindsats' (fireplace insert). If you have a box with a divider, that divider is an 'indsats'. This is less common in speech but very common in product descriptions.

You will encounter indsats in almost every corner of Danish public and private life. It is a 'high-frequency' word that bridges the gap between casual conversation and formal documentation. Here are the primary domains where 'indsats' is a staple of the vocabulary.

In the Workplace: During an 'MUS' (Medarbejderudviklingssamtale - Employee Development Interview), your boss will likely discuss your 'indsats'. They might say, 'Vi er meget glade for din indsats i det seneste kvartal' (We are very happy with your effort in the last quarter). It’s the standard way to talk about performance.
In the News and Media: News anchors frequently use 'indsats' when reporting on police actions, military operations, or rescue missions. 'En massiv politiindsats er i gang' (A massive police operation is underway). It sounds more professional and encompassing than just saying 'the police are there'.
In Sports and Volunteering: Sports commentators praise a player’s 'arbejdsindsats' (work rate) on the field. Similarly, in the massive Danish volunteer sector ('foreningsliv'), people are thanked for their 'frivillige indsats' (voluntary effort).

Uden jeres indsats ville festivalen ikke være mulig.

Translation: Without your effort/contribution, the festival would not be possible.

In a digital age, you also hear 'indsats' in the context of online betting and gaming. When a casino site asks for your 'minimumsindsats', they are asking for the minimum stake. It is important to distinguish this financial meaning from the 'effort' meaning, though they share the same word. The context—whether you are at a casino or a construction site—will always make it clear.

Vi har brug for en koordineret indsats fra alle afdelinger.

Translation: We need a coordinated effort from all departments.

Finally, in education, teachers use it to grade students beyond just their test scores. In Denmark, 'indsats i timerne' (effort in class/participation) is a significant part of the overall evaluation. If a student is quiet but works hard, their 'indsats' is still seen as high. It is a word that values the process as much as the result.

While 'indsats' is a straightforward word, English speakers often trip up on its specific usage patterns and its distinction from similar Danish words like 'arbejde' or 'forsøg'. Avoiding these common pitfalls will make your Danish sound much more natural and precise.

Confusing 'Indsats' with 'Arbejde': English speakers often say 'good work' (godt arbejde) when they mean 'good effort' (god indsats). While 'arbejde' refers to the task or the job itself, 'indsats' refers to the energy and dedication put into it. Use 'indsats' when you want to praise someone's spirit or hard work specifically.
Using the Wrong Verb: A common mistake is saying 'lave en indsats'. In Danish, you gør (do/make) or yder (render) an indsats. 'Lave' is typically used for physical creation (like making a cake). Using 'lave' with 'indsats' sounds slightly 'off' to a native ear.
Preposition Errors: Learners often use 'på' when they should use 'for' or 'i'. It is 'en indsats for sagen' (an effort for the cause), not 'på sagen'. However, you can say 'indsatsen på dette område' (the effort in this area).

❌ Han lavede en stor indsats.
✅ Han gjorde en stor indsats.

Explanation: 'Gøre' is the correct verb for making an effort.

Another mistake is forgetting that 'indsats' is a noun. In English, 'effort' can sometimes feel like an adjective in phrases like 'effortless'. In Danish, you cannot turn 'indsats' into an adjective easily. You would use 'uden besvær' (without trouble) or 'let' (easy) instead. Don't try to say 'indsatsløs' as it isn't a standard word.

Mange forveksler indsats med resultat.

Translation: Many confuse effort with result.

Finally, be careful with the plural 'indsatser'. While 'effort' in English is often uncountable ('He put in a lot of effort'), 'indsats' is countable. You can say 'mange indsatser' if you are referring to specific, distinct initiatives. If you just mean 'a lot of hard work', stick to the singular: 'en stor indsats'.

Danish has several words that overlap with indsats. Choosing the right one depends on whether you want to emphasize the hard work, the specific contribution, or the physical action. Here is a comparison to help you choose the most precise term.

Indsats vs. Bidrag: Indsats emphasizes the energy and work put in. Bidrag (contribution) emphasizes the specific thing given (money, an idea, a chapter in a book). You can yde en indsats, which then results in a bidrag.
Indsats vs. Anstrengelse: Anstrengelse is more about the physical or mental strain. It is 'exertion'. If you are panting after a run, that is an 'anstrengelse'. 'Indsats' is more purposeful and often spans a longer period.
Indsats vs. Præstation: Præstation means 'performance' or 'achievement'. It focuses on the final result or how well you did. You might make a great 'indsats' but have a poor 'præstation' if things don't go your way.

Hendes indsats var beundringsværdig, selvom hun ikke vandt.

Translation: Her effort was admirable, even though she didn't win.

In more formal or bureaucratic settings, you might hear the word tiltag. A 'tiltag' is a measure or a step taken. While an 'indsats' is the whole effort, a 'tiltag' is a specific action within that effort. For example: 'Som et led i vores indsats for sundhed, har vi indført frugtordninger (tiltag).'

Vi må anerkende alles bidrag til projektet.

Translation: We must recognize everyone's contribution to the project.

To summarize, use 'indsats' when you want to highlight the 'putting in' of work. Use 'bidrag' when highlighting the 'giving' of a result. Use 'anstrengelse' when highlighting the 'difficulty' of the task. For B1 learners, 'indsats' is the most useful all-rounder for expressing the concept of trying hard and being involved.

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نکته جالب

The word originally referred to physical inserts or stakes in a game before it evolved to mean abstract human effort in the 19th century.

راهنمای تلفظ

UK /ˈenˌsad̥s/

US /ˈenˌsæds/

Primary stress on the first syllable 'IND-'.

هم‌قافیه با

plads madras kompas kontras palads stadstads gas pas

خطاهای رایج

Pronouncing the 'd' too hard in 'ind'. It should be very soft.
Stress on the second syllable 'sats'.
Forgetting the 's' in the middle of the word.
Pronouncing 'sats' like the English 'sats' (saturates).
Treating it as two separate words instead of one compound noun.

سطح دشواری

خواندن 3/5

Easy to recognize in text due to its frequent use and clear structure.

نوشتن 4/5

Requires knowledge of the correct verb (gøre/yde) and prepositions.

صحبت کردن 3/5

Pronunciation is mostly straightforward, but the 'd' can be tricky.

گوش دادن 4/5

Can be confused with 'indsat' (inserted/prisoner) in fast speech.

بعداً چه یاد بگیریم؟

پیش‌نیازها

arbejde hjælpe gøre stor sammen

بعداً یاد بگیرید

præstation bidrag initiativ tiltag resultat

پیشرفته

indsatsområde ressourceallokering implementering intervention effektmåling

گرامر لازم

Compound Nouns

Indsats + område = Indsatsområde (area of effort/focus).

Common Gender Nouns

En indsats (singular), Indsatsen (definite).

Verbs of Doing/Providing

Gøre (to do) vs. Yde (to provide/render) with abstract nouns.

Prepositional Phrases

Indsats + for/mod/i/på to indicate direction or domain.

Pluralization of -at nouns

Indsats -> Indsatser (adding -er).

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مثال‌ها بر اساس سطح

God indsats i dag!

Good effort today!

Simple praise using the noun.

Jeg gør en indsats.

I am making an effort.

Subject + verb + article + noun.

Det er en stor indsats.

It is a big effort.

Using an adjective with the noun.

Tak for din indsats.

Thanks for your effort.

Preposition 'for' used with the noun.

Min indsats er lille.

My effort is small.

Possessive pronoun + noun + verb + adjective.

Vi gør en indsats sammen.

We make an effort together.

Adverb 'sammen' modifying the action.

Hvad er din indsats?

What is your effort/stake?

Interrogative sentence.

En lille indsats hjælper.

A little effort helps.

Noun as the subject of the sentence.

Han gør en stor indsats på arbejdet.

He makes a big effort at work.

Indsats with a prepositional phrase.

Vi har brug for din indsats i morgen.

We need your effort tomorrow.

Fixed expression 'brug for'.

Hvor meget er din indsats i spillet?

How much is your stake in the game?

Indsats used in the sense of 'stake'.

Hun yder en god indsats i skolen.

She provides a good effort in school.

Using the verb 'yde' for effort.

Det kræver en indsats at tabe sig.

It requires an effort to lose weight.

Verb 'kræve' (to require).

Deres indsats var ikke nok.

Their effort was not enough.

Possessive 'deres' + noun.

Kan du se min indsats?

Can you see my effort?

Modal verb 'kan'.

De gør en indsats for miljøet.

They make an effort for the environment.

Preposition 'for' indicating purpose.

Kommunen har øget sin indsats mod ensomhed.

The municipality has increased its effort against loneliness.

Present perfect tense with 'øget'.

Det var en fælles indsats, der reddede firmaet.

It was a collective effort that saved the company.

Relative clause with 'der'.

Vi skal vurdere medarbejdernes indsats hvert år.

We must evaluate the employees' effort every year.

Genitive plural 'medarbejdernes'.

Politiet planlægger en målrettet indsats mod indbrud.

The police are planning a targeted effort against burglaries.

Compound-like adjective 'målrettet'.

Din indsats har gjort en stor forskel.

Your effort has made a big difference.

Present perfect with 'gjort'.

Man kan ikke vinde uden en vis indsats.

One cannot win without a certain effort.

Indefinite pronoun 'man'.

Indsatsen i projektet var meget høj.

The effort in the project was very high.

Definite singular 'indsatsen'.

Hvad er minimumsindsatsen ved dette bord?

What is the minimum stake at this table?

Compound noun 'minimumsindsatsen'.

Regeringen vil intensivere indsatsen på uddannelsesområdet.

The government wants to intensify the effort in the field of education.

Infinitive 'at intensivere'.

Der er tale om en ekstraordinær indsats fra personalet.

We are talking about an extraordinary effort from the staff.

Fixed expression 'der er tale om'.

Hendes frivillige indsats blev belønnet med en pris.

Her voluntary effort was rewarded with a prize.

Passive voice 'blev belønnet'.

Vi må koordinere vores indsatser for at undgå overlap.

We must coordinate our efforts to avoid overlap.

Plural noun 'indsatser'.

Indsatsen mod madspild er blevet en folkesag.

The effort against food waste has become a national cause.

Compound 'madspild'.

Han satsede hele sin indsats på én gang.

He bet his entire stake at once.

Using 'satse' and 'indsats' in the same sentence.

Uden en koordineret indsats fejler strategien.

Without a coordinated effort, the strategy fails.

Preposition 'uden' starting the sentence.

Det kræver en massiv indsats at ændre kulturen.

It requires a massive effort to change the culture.

Impersonal 'det' as subject.

Den humanitære indsats i regionen er under pres.

The humanitarian effort in the region is under pressure.

Adjective 'humanitære' in definite form.

Der skal gøres en forebyggende indsats mod radikalisering.

A preventive effort must be made against radicalization.

Passive construction 'skal gøres'.

Indsatsen skal stå mål med de forventede resultater.

The effort must be proportionate to the expected results.

Idiomatic expression 'stå mål med'.

Vi har set en markant forbedring i elevernes indsats.

We have seen a significant improvement in the students' effort.

Genitive plural 'elevernes'.

Det er afgørende at evaluere effekten af indsatsen.

It is crucial to evaluate the effect of the effort.

Noun phrase 'effekten af indsatsen'.

Selskabet øger sin indsats på det asiatiske marked.

The company is increasing its effort in the Asian market.

Possessive pronoun 'sin' referring to 'selskabet'.

En ihærdig indsats førte endelig til gennembruddet.

A persistent effort finally led to the breakthrough.

Adjective 'ihærdig' (persistent).

Der mangler en overordnet strategisk indsats.

There is a lack of an overall strategic effort.

Present participle 'mangler' used as a verb.

Indsatsen er uadskillelig fra selve målsætningen.

The effort is inseparable from the objective itself.

Adjective 'uadskillelig'.

Man må betragte indsatsen i et historisk perspektiv.

One must view the effort in a historical perspective.

Modal verb 'må' meaning 'must'.

Kritikken rettede sig mod den manglende statslige indsats.

The criticism was directed at the lack of state effort.

Reflexive verb 'rette sig mod'.

Indsatsen bar frugt efter mange års venten.

The effort bore fruit after many years of waiting.

Idiom 'bære frugt'.

Der kræves en tværfaglig indsats for at løse problemet.

An interdisciplinary effort is required to solve the problem.

Passive 'kræves'.

Indsatsen i spillet var svimlende høj.

The stakes in the game were staggeringly high.

Adverb 'svimlende' (staggeringly).

Hver en krone af indsatsen gik tabt.

Every single krone of the stake was lost.

Expression 'hver en' (every single).

Den politiske indsats er præget af kompromiser.

The political effort is characterized by compromises.

Passive 'præget af'.

ترکیب‌های رایج

gøre en indsats

yde en indsats

stor indsats

fælles indsats

målrettet indsats

indsats for

indsats mod

øge indsatsen

frivillig indsats

indsatsområde

عبارات رایج

En ekstra indsats

— Going above and beyond what is expected.

Han gjorde en ekstra indsats for at hjælpe kunden.

En massiv indsats

— A very large and intense effort, often by many people.

Politiet satte ind med en massiv indsats.

En koordineret indsats

— An effort where different parts work together effectively.

Vi har brug for en koordineret indsats fra alle afdelinger.

En ihærdig indsats

— A persistent and hardworking effort.

Hendes ihærdige indsats bar endelig frugt.

En tværfaglig indsats

— An effort involving multiple professional disciplines.

Projektet kræver en tværfaglig indsats.

En forebyggende indsats

— An effort aimed at preventing something bad from happening.

En forebyggende indsats mod sygdom er vigtig.

En målrettet indsats

— An effort focused specifically on one goal.

Virksomheden laver en målrettet indsats på sociale medier.

En prisværdig indsats

— An effort that deserves praise or reward.

Det var en prisværdig indsats af den unge mand.

En personlig indsats

— The effort made by an individual person.

Din personlige indsats betyder meget for os.

Minimumsindsats

— The lowest possible effort or stake required.

Hvad er minimumsindsatsen i dette spil?

اغلب اشتباه گرفته می‌شود با

indsats vs indsat

Indsat is the past participle of 'indsætte' (inserted) or can mean a 'prisoner'. Don't confuse it with the noun 'indsats' (effort).

indsats vs indhold

Indhold means 'content' (like in a book). While both start with 'ind', they are very different.

indsats vs indtryk

Indtryk means 'impression'. You make an 'indsats' to leave a good 'indtryk'.

اصطلاحات و عبارات

"at gøre en indsats"

— To make an effort. This is the most common way to express trying hard.

Du skal gøre en indsats, hvis du vil vinde.

neutral

"at yde en indsats"

— To provide or render an effort. Slightly more formal than 'gøre'.

Han ydede en formidabel indsats under projektet.

formal

"indsatsen værd"

— Worth the effort. Used when the result justifies the work.

Det var en lang tur, men det var indsatsen værd.

neutral

"at øge indsatsen"

— To step up one's game or increase the stakes/effort.

Vi bliver nødt til at øge indsatsen for at nå målet.

neutral

"en fælles indsats"

— A team effort. Emphasizes collaboration.

Det kræver en fælles indsats at rydde op.

neutral

"høj indsats"

— High stakes. Used both in gambling and metaphorically.

Det er et spil med en meget høj indsats.

neutral

"at stå mål med indsatsen"

— To be proportionate to the effort. Usually used about results.

Resultatet står ikke mål med indsatsen.

formal

"en massiv indsats"

— A full-scale operation or effort.

Redningsmandskabet ydede en massiv indsats.

neutral

"frivillig indsats"

— Voluntary work/effort.

Vi sætter stor pris på jeres frivillige indsats.

neutral

"indsatsen bærer frugt"

— The effort is paying off (literally 'bearing fruit').

Nu begynder vores indsats endelig at bære frugt.

neutral

به‌راحتی اشتباه گرفته می‌شود

indsats vs arbejde

Both can mean 'work'.

'Arbejde' is the job or the task. 'Indsats' is the energy and spirit you put into that job. You can do your 'arbejde' with a small or large 'indsats'.

Han passer sit arbejde, men han gør ikke en stor indsats.

indsats vs bidrag

Both can mean 'contribution'.

'Bidrag' is the specific thing you give (money, a chapter). 'Indsats' is the process of working toward it. 'Indsats' is the 'how', 'bidrag' is the 'what'.

Mit bidrag til bogen var min store indsats i arkivet.

indsats vs anstrengelse

Both mean 'effort'.

'Anstrengelse' is the physical or mental strain (sweat and pain). 'Indsats' is the purposeful, goal-oriented effort. You 'anstrenger dig' (exert yourself) to make an 'indsats'.

Løbet krævede en enorm fysisk anstrengelse og en mental indsats.

indsats vs forsøg

Both involve trying.

'Forsøg' is an 'attempt' or 'trial'. It can be a one-time thing. 'Indsats' is usually more sustained and serious.

Det var et godt forsøg, men vi har brug for en vedvarende indsats.

indsats vs tiltag

Both are used in policy/business.

'Tiltag' is a specific 'measure' or 'step'. 'Indsats' is the whole 'effort' or 'initiative' that contains many 'tiltag'.

Vores indsats består af ti forskellige tiltag.

الگوهای جمله‌سازی

Det er en [adjective] indsats.

Det er en god indsats.

Jeg gør en indsats for at [verb].

Jeg gør en indsats for at lære dansk.

Uden en [adjective] indsats, kan vi ikke [verb].

Uden en fælles indsats, kan vi ikke vinde.

Det kræver en [adjective] indsats at [verb].

Det kræver en massiv indsats at ændre loven.

Indsatsen mod [noun] er blevet [adjective].

Indsatsen mod kriminalitet er blevet intensiveret.

Der er tale om en [adjective] indsats.

Der er tale om en ekstraordinær indsats.

Resultatet står mål med indsatsen.

Endelig står resultatet mål med indsatsen.

Indsatsen bar frugt i form af [noun].

Indsatsen bar frugt i form af øget vækst.

خانواده کلمه

اسم‌ها

indsats

indsatsområde

indsatsleder

indsatsplan

minimumsindsats

فعل‌ها

indrykke (related)

indsætte (related)

satse (related)

صفت‌ها

indsatsvillig

مرتبط

indsat

sats

sætning

indhold

indgreb

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نحوه استفاده

frequency

Very high in both spoken and written Danish.

اشتباهات رایج

Using 'lave en indsats'. → Gøre en indsats.
'Gøre' is the standard verb for abstract efforts. 'Lave' is for physical making.
Saying 'en god arbejde' instead of 'en god indsats'. → En god indsats / Godt arbejde.
If you use 'arbejde', it is neuter (et). If you want to praise the effort, use 'indsats'.
Confusing 'indsats' with 'indsat'. → Indsats (noun), indsat (adjective/participle).
'Indsat' means inserted or a prisoner. 'Indsats' is the effort.
Using 'på' for purpose. → En indsats for miljøet.
Use 'for' to indicate the goal or beneficiary of the effort.
Forgetting the 's' in 'indsats'. → Indsats.
The 's' is essential. Without it, the word is 'indat', which doesn't exist.

نکات

Use 'Gøre' or 'Yde'

Always pair 'indsats' with 'gøre' for everyday use and 'yde' for professional or formal praise. Avoid using 'lave'.

Compound Power

Notice how many Danish words end in '-indsats'. This tells you exactly what kind of effort is being made (e.g., 'politiindsats').

Praising Others

Saying 'Flot indsats!' is a great way to encourage colleagues or friends. It sounds more natural than just saying 'Godt arbejde'.

Social Importance

In Denmark, 'den frivillige indsats' (voluntary effort) is highly respected. Mentioning this in conversation shows cultural awareness.

The Silent 'D'

The 'd' in 'ind-' is almost silent. Focus on the 'i' and the 'n', then move quickly to 'sats'.

Prepositions Matter

Use 'indsats FOR' for positive goals and 'indsats MOD' for things you want to stop (like crime or disease).

Stake or Effort?

If you hear 'indsats' in a casino or near a betting shop, it's money. Everywhere else, it's effort.

Input = Indsats

Remember that 'ind' means 'in'. You are putting something 'in' to get something 'out'.

News Headlines

You will see this word daily in Danish newspapers. It often introduces a new government plan or a police action.

Intervention

In academic papers, 'indsats' is the standard word for any planned intervention or program being studied.

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روش یادسپاری

Think of 'IN' + 'SATS' (like 'SITS'). You are putting your effort 'IN' where it 'SITS' and makes a difference.

تداعی تصویری

Imagine a person placing a large, heavy puzzle piece (the indsats) into a giant puzzle (the project).

شبکه واژگان

Arbejde Bidrag Energi Mål Vilje Projekt Penge (stake) Hjælp

چالش

Write three sentences about a time you made a 'stor indsats' for a friend, for your work, and for your health.

ریشه کلمه

Derived from the Danish words 'ind' (in) and 'sats' (from the verb 'at sætte', to set or place). It is a Germanic construction similar to the German 'Einsatz'.

معنای اصلی: Literally 'that which is set in' or 'placed inside'.

North Germanic / Indo-European.

بافت فرهنگی

No specific sensitivities, but when talking about gambling stakes, be aware of the context to avoid confusion with social effort.

In English, we often use 'effort' or 'initiative'. 'Indsats' covers both, but 'indsats' sounds slightly more formal and structured in Danish than 'effort' does in English.

The Danish government's 'Klima-indsats' (Climate Action Plan). Police 'indsatsledere' (incident commanders) in Danish crime dramas like 'The Bridge'. Sports commentary during the Tour de France (praising Jonas Vingegaard's indsats).

تمرین در زندگی واقعی

موقعیت‌های واقعی

Workplace / Performance Review

Din indsats har været stabil.
Vi forventer en større indsats.
Tak for din indsats i projektet.
Hvordan vurderer du din egen indsats?

Politics / Social Issues

En indsats mod fattigdom.
Regeringens nye indsats.
En koordineret indsats er nødvendig.
Vi skal styrke indsatsen på området.

Sports / Fitness

En fantastisk indsats af holdet.
Du skal lægge en større indsats.
Arbejdsindsatsen var høj i dag.
Det var en heroisk indsats.

Gambling / Games

Hvad er din indsats?
Jeg fordobler min indsats.
Minimumsindsatsen er 10 kroner.
Han mistede hele sin indsats.

Emergency / Rescue

En hurtig indsats reddede liv.
Brandvæsenets indsats.
Indsatsen varede hele natten.
En massiv politiindsats.

شروع‌کننده‌های مکالمه

"Hvad synes du om holdets indsats i kampen i går?"

"Har du nogensinde gjort en ekstraordinær indsats for at lære noget nyt?"

"Hvor vigtig er en fælles indsats for at beskytte miljøet?"

"Hvilken indsats kræver det at flytte til et andet land?"

"Er du tilfreds med din egen indsats på arbejdet i denne uge?"

موضوعات نگارش

Beskriv en gang, hvor din indsats førte til et godt resultat. Hvad gjorde du præcis?

Hvorfor er det nogle gange svært at gøre en indsats, selvom man ved, det er vigtigt?

Skriv om en person, du kender, som altid yder en stor indsats for andre.

Hvordan kan vi som samfund øge vores indsats mod klimaforandringer?

Reflektér over din indsats for at lære dansk. Hvad vil du gøre anderledes i næste måned?

سوالات متداول

10 سوال

No, it can also mean a 'stake' in gambling (the money you bet) or a physical 'insert' (like a fireplace insert or a tray in a box). However, in 90% of daily conversations, it means 'effort' or 'contribution'.

It is always 'en indsats'. It is a common gender noun. For example: 'En stor indsats' (A big effort).

The plural is 'indsatser'. You use it when talking about multiple different efforts or initiatives. For example: 'Regeringens indsatser' (The government's initiatives).

It is better to say 'gøre en indsats'. While 'lave' might be understood, 'gøre' is the correct and most natural collocation for 'making an effort' in Danish.

'Anstrengelse' is the feeling of hard work and strain (physical or mental). 'Indsats' is the strategic or purposeful work you put in. You can feel the 'anstrengelse' during your 'indsats'.

You say 'en fælles indsats' or 'en holdindsats'. Both are very common.

It can be used in both formal and informal settings. 'God indsats!' is informal praise, while 'en koordineret indsats' is formal/bureaucratic.

It means 'focus area' or 'priority area'. It is a place or topic where a lot of effort is being directed. For example: 'Sundhed er vores vigtigste indsatsområde' (Health is our most important focus area).

Yes, in social work or psychology, an 'indsats' is often translated as an 'intervention'—a specific set of actions to help someone.

You can say: 'Min indsats er 50 kroner' (My stake is 50 kroner) or 'Hvad er din indsats?' (What is your bet?).

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