When something breaks down into smaller parts, we use 'nedbryde'. Think of an old building that is taken apart, or food that spoils. It's about taking something whole and making it not whole anymore.
For example, nature can 'nedbryde' leaves on the ground, turning them into soil. Or, if you have a big problem, you might 'nedbryde' it into smaller, easier pieces to solve. It's a useful word for understanding how things change over time.
When something nedbryder something else, it means it's breaking it down into smaller pieces. Think of how old buildings are nedbrudt, or how food can be nedbrudt by bacteria. It's about changing something from a whole into its parts, often in a destructive way.
For example, if you see an old house being taken apart, you can say it's being nedbrudt. Or, if food goes bad, it's because it's being nedbrudt. It’s a useful word for talking about things falling apart or being taken apart.
When you're learning Danish at a B1 level, understanding verbs like "nedbryde" is really useful. It means "to destroy" or "to decompose."
You might use it when talking about something being broken down, either physically or chemically. For example, a building could be "nedbrudt" (destroyed) or organic matter can "nedbrydes" (decompose).
It's a practical word to know for discussing environmental topics, construction, or even just explaining how things fall apart over time.
So, if you want to say something is being broken down or falling apart, "nedbryde" is a good verb to have in your vocabulary toolbox.
When we talk about 'nedbryde' at a B2 level, we're often moving beyond just physically breaking something. Think about the process of decomposition in nature; that's 'nedbryde'.
It can also refer to breaking down more abstract things, like systems or morale. For instance, a long, difficult task might 'nedbryde' someone's patience.
You might also encounter it in a chemical context, describing how substances 'nedbrydes' into simpler components. Understanding these nuances helps you use the verb more precisely in various situations.
When we talk about something breaking down, either physically or abstractly, we often use 'nedbryde.' It literally means 'break down' or 'take down.'
It can be used for physical destruction, like a building being demolished, or for something decomposing organically.
More abstractly, it can describe the process of something weakening or deteriorating over time, like an argument being dismantled or a person's health declining.
Context is key to understanding whether it refers to physical destruction, organic decomposition, or a more abstract breakdown.
When you encounter the Danish verb "nedbryde," it signifies a process of breaking down. This can be in a literal sense, such as the physical destruction of an object or structure. However, it also extends to more abstract contexts, where something is dismantled or worn away over time. Consider how elements might decompose or how a system could be broken down into its constituent parts.
nedbryde en 30 secondes
- destroy
- decompose
- break down
§ What does nedbryde mean and when do people use it?
The Danish verb "nedbryde" (pronounced roughly as 'NETH-bry-deh') is quite versatile, meaning both 'to destroy' and 'to decompose'. It's a compound verb, breaking down into "ned" (down) and "bryde" (to break). This gives you a good hint about its core meaning: breaking something down.
- DEFINITION
- To destroy, to break down, or to decompose. It can refer to physical destruction, the breakdown of substances, or even the erosion of something abstract like trust or morale.
You'll hear "nedbryde" used in many contexts. Think about things falling apart, either naturally or by force. For example, a building might be nedbrudt (destroyed) to make space for a new one. In a biological sense, bacteria nedbryder (decompose) organic matter. It's not just about physical things; trust or a person's spirit can also be nedbrudt.
Let's look at some common scenarios:
- Physical destruction: When a structure or object is intentionally or unintentionally taken apart or ruined.
- Chemical or biological decomposition: This is where the 'decompose' meaning comes in. Think about how nature recycles materials.
- Figurative breakdown: When abstract concepts like morale, health, or relationships suffer significant damage or deterioration.
It's important to pay attention to the context to understand which shade of meaning is intended. Is it a bulldozer nedbryder an old wall, or are bacteria nedbryder dead leaves?
De vil nedbryde den gamle bygning næste måned. (They will destroy the old building next month.)
Bakterier hjælper med at nedbryde organisk affald. (Bacteria help to decompose organic waste.)
Stress kan nedbryde ens helbred over tid. (Stress can destroy one's health over time.)
The choice between 'destroy' and 'decompose' largely depends on whether the action is deliberate, rapid, and often violent (destroy), or natural, gradual, and part of a process (decompose). However, it can also describe the gradual wearing down or erosion of something, which leans more towards 'break down'. Understanding the core idea of 'breaking down' something, whether physically or abstractly, is key to mastering "nedbryde".
§ What 'nedbryde' means
The Danish verb 'nedbryde' (pronounced: neth-bry-the) is a versatile word that literally means 'to break down'. This can apply to physical objects, systems, or even abstract concepts. Think of it as taking something complex and reducing it to simpler parts, often with a destructive or degenerative implication.
- Danish Word
- nedbryde (verb)
- English Definition
- to destroy, to decompose, to break down, to degrade
- CEFR Level
- B1 (Intermediate)
§ Examples of 'nedbryde' in use
Here are some common ways you'll hear and use 'nedbryde'.
- Physical destruction: This is the most straightforward use.
Vejret kan nedbryde
(The weather can break down stones over time.)
Rust vil langsomt nedbryde
(Rust will slowly destroy the metal.)
- Decomposition (biology/chemistry): When something organic breaks down.
Bakterier hjælper med at nedbryde
(Bacteria help to decompose dead plants.)
Kroppen kan nedbryde
(The body can break down sugar into energy.)
- Figurative use (morale, systems): When something abstract is weakened or destroyed.
Stress kan nedbryde
(Stress can break down one's mental health.)
Korruption kan nedbryde
(Corruption can break down trust in a society.)
§ Similar words and when to use them
While 'nedbryde' covers a good range of 'breaking down', Danish has other words for similar concepts. Knowing when to use which is key.
- Ødelægge (to destroy/ruin):
This is a more general and often stronger word for 'destroy'. It usually implies total ruin or making something unusable. It doesn't carry the same 'breaking into smaller components' nuance as 'nedbryde'.
Børnene kom til at ødelægge
(The children accidentally destroyed the toy.) (Here, 'nedbryde' would sound a bit odd, unless they systematically dismantled it.)
Han forsøgte at ødelægge
(He tried to ruin his reputation.)
- Adskille (to separate/dismantle):
If you're talking about taking something apart carefully, piece by piece, without necessarily destroying it, 'adskille' is a better choice. Think disassembling for repair or study.
Mekanikeren måtte adskille
(The mechanic had to dismantle the engine.)
Vi skal adskille
(We need to separate the waste into different categories.)
- Nedrive (to tear down/demolish):
This word is specifically used for structures, like buildings. It's about demolition.
De besluttede at nedrive
(They decided to demolish the old factory.)
- Forrådne (to rot/decay - exclusively organic):
When talking specifically about organic material decaying, 'forrådne' is the precise term. It focuses on the process of rotting.
Æblet begyndte at forrådne.
(The apple started to rot.)
In summary, use 'nedbryde' when you mean 'break down' into simpler parts, whether physically, chemically, or figuratively. Use 'ødelægge' for general destruction or ruining. Choose 'adskille' for careful dismantling. 'Nedrive' is for demolishing buildings, and 'forrådne' is strictly for organic decay.
Le savais-tu ?
The 'ned' part means 'down', and 'bryde' means 'to break'.
Guide de prononciation
- pronouncing 'ned' with a long 'e' sound, it should be short and clipped
- not fully enunciating the 'r' sound, which is often a soft uvular fricative in Danish
Niveau de difficulté
short and common
straightforward spelling
pronunciation is regular
clear syllables
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Prérequis
Apprends ensuite
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Grammaire à connaître
Nedbryde is a separable verb, meaning its prefix 'ned' can separate from the main verb in certain sentence structures. This often happens in main clauses where 'ned' moves to the end of the clause.
Jeg vil nedbryde den gamle mur. (I will tear down the old wall.) Jeg nedbryder muren. (I am tearing down the wall.)
Nedbryde can be used in both a literal and figurative sense. Literally, it means to physically demolish or decompose something. Figuratively, it can mean to break down mentally, or to dismantle an idea or system.
Bakterier kan nedbryde organisk materiale. (Bacteria can decompose organic material.) Stress kan nedbryde et menneske. (Stress can break down a person.)
When used in the past tense (perfect tense), the auxiliary verb 'har' (to have) is used, followed by the past participle 'nedbrudt'.
De har nedbrudt bygningen. (They have demolished the building.)
In passive voice, 'nedbryde' uses 'bliver' or 'er' + 'nedbrudt'.
Muren bliver nedbrudt. (The wall is being demolished.) Muren er nedbrudt. (The wall has been demolished.)
Nedbryde is often used with prepositions like 'til' (to) to indicate a state of decomposition, or 'i' (into) to indicate what something is broken down into.
Træet vil nedbrydes til jord. (The wood will decompose into soil.) Projektet blev nedbrudt i mindre dele. (The project was broken down into smaller parts.)
Exemples par niveau
Jeg vil ikke nedbryde dine drømme.
I will not destroy your dreams.
Vinduet nedbrydes let.
The window decomposes easily.
Vi kan nedbryde væggen.
We can destroy the wall.
Svampe nedbryder træ.
Fungi decompose wood.
Han vil ikke nedbryde vores venskab.
He will not destroy our friendship.
Papir kan nedbrydes.
Paper can decompose.
De nedbryder huset.
They are destroying the house.
Bakterier nedbryder mad.
Bacteria decompose food.
Huset var så gammelt, at det begyndte at nedbryde af sig selv.
The house was so old that it began to decompose by itself.
Bakterier kan nedbryde organisk materiale.
Bacteria can decompose organic material.
Vand kan langsomt nedbryde sten over tid.
Water can slowly break down stones over time.
Han følte, at stress begyndte at nedbryde ham.
He felt that stress was starting to break him down.
Det er vigtigt at genbruge ting for ikke at nedbryde miljøet.
It is important to recycle things so as not to destroy the environment.
Syre kan nedbryde mange materialer.
Acid can decompose many materials.
Malingen på væggen var begyndt at nedbryde.
The paint on the wall had started to decompose.
De var nødt til at nedbryde den gamle bygning.
They had to demolish the old building.
Huset var så gammelt, at det var begyndt at nedbryde.
The house was so old that it had started to decompose.
Here 'nedbryde' is used reflexively, implying natural decay.
Kemikalierne kan nedbryde plastik over tid.
The chemicals can destroy plastic over time.
Direct object 'plastik' follows 'nedbryde'.
Bakterier nedbryder organisk materiale i jorden.
Bacteria decompose organic material in the soil.
'Nedbryder' is in the present tense, referring to a general process.
De vil nedbryde de gamle mure for at bygge noget nyt.
They will destroy the old walls to build something new.
Future tense with 'vil' + infinitive 'nedbryde'.
Stress kan nedbryde dit helbred.
Stress can destroy your health.
Figurative use of 'nedbryde' in relation to health.
Det tager lang tid for naturen at nedbryde en plasticpose.
It takes a long time for nature to decompose a plastic bag.
Infinitive 'at nedbryde' after 'at tage tid'.
Vand kan nedbryde sten over tusinder af år.
Water can erode stones over thousands of years.
Another sense of 'nedbryde' meaning erosion or wearing down.
Efter ulykken var bilen fuldstændig nedbrudt.
After the accident, the car was completely destroyed.
Past participle 'nedbrudt' used as an adjective describing the state of the car.
Huse blev bygget til at modstå tidens tand, ikke for at nedbryde.
Houses were built to withstand the test of time, not to destroy.
Here 'nedbryde' is used in its infinitive form after 'for at' (in order to).
Vi observerede, hvordan naturen langsomt begyndte at nedbryde den forladte bygning.
We observed how nature slowly began to decompose the abandoned building.
The verb 'begyndte' (began) is followed by the infinitive 'at nedbryde'.
Kemikalierne kan nedbryde plast over tid.
The chemicals can break down plastic over time.
The modal verb 'kan' (can) is followed by the infinitive 'nedbryde'.
Det er vigtigt at forstå, hvordan organismer nedbryder dødt materiale i skoven.
It is important to understand how organisms decompose dead material in the forest.
The subordinate clause uses 'hvordan organismer nedbryder'.
Overdreven brug af dette rengøringsmiddel kan faktisk nedbryde overfladen.
Excessive use of this cleaning agent can actually degrade the surface.
Again, 'kan' (can) followed by 'nedbryde'.
Vand og vind hjalp med at nedbryde klippeformationerne gennem årtusinder.
Water and wind helped to break down the rock formations over millennia.
'hjalp med at' (helped with) is followed by the infinitive 'nedbryde'.
Manglende vedligeholdelse vil uundgåeligt nedbryde strukturen.
Lack of maintenance will inevitably deteriorate the structure.
The modal verb 'vil' (will) is followed by 'nedbryde'.
Bakterier spiller en afgørende rolle i at nedbryde organisk affald.
Bacteria play a crucial role in decomposing organic waste.
'i at' (in) is followed by the infinitive 'nedbryde' to express purpose.
Hård frost og tøvejr kan over tid nedbryde selv den stærkeste betonkonstruktion.
Hard frost and thawing weather can over time destroy even the strongest concrete construction.
Focus on 'over tid' (over time) and the general statement.
Kemikalierne i affaldet vil langsomt nedbryde økosystemet i søen, hvis der ikke gribes ind.
The chemicals in the waste will slowly decompose the ecosystem in the lake if action is not taken.
Note the use of 'gribes ind' (action is taken) in a passive construction.
Forskere forsøger at finde metoder til at nedbryde plastik mere effektivt og miljøvenligt.
Researchers are trying to find methods to break down plastic more effectively and environmentally friendly.
Observe the structure 'forsøger at finde metoder til at...' (trying to find methods to...).
Mangel på sollys og frisk luft kan nedbryde en persons mentale sundhed over længere tid.
Lack of sunlight and fresh air can erode a person's mental health over a longer period.
Notice 'over længere tid' (over a longer period) and the figurative use of 'nedbryde'.
Bakterier og svampe er essentielle for at nedbryde organisk materiale i naturen.
Bacteria and fungi are essential for decomposing organic material in nature.
Pay attention to 'essentielle for at...' (essential for...).
De gentagne angreb fra hackere var med til at nedbryde virksomhedens omdømme og troværdighed.
The repeated attacks from hackers helped to destroy the company's reputation and credibility.
Here, 'var med til at...' (helped to...) indicates contributing to an action.
Erosion fra havet truer med at nedbryde kystlinjen og føre til tab af land.
Erosion from the sea threatens to break down the coastline and lead to loss of land.
Note 'truer med at...' (threatens to...) and 'føre til' (lead to).
Efterhånden som vi bliver ældre, begynder kroppens celler naturligt at nedbryde og forny sig.
As we get older, the body's cells naturally begin to break down and renew themselves.
Focus on 'efterhånden som' (as, gradually) and 'forny sig' (renew themselves).
Huse blev bygget med det formål at nedbryde skadelige stoffer i luften.
Houses were built with the purpose of breaking down harmful substances in the air.
Over tid vil naturlige processer nedbryde organisk materiale til jord.
Over time, natural processes will decompose organic material into soil.
Den konstante kritik begyndte at nedbryde hans selvtillid.
The constant criticism began to erode his self-confidence.
Vand kan langsomt nedbryde sten og klipper gennem erosion.
Water can slowly break down rocks and cliffs through erosion.
Det er vigtigt at forstå, hvordan forskellige enzymer nedbryder mad i fordøjelsessystemet.
It is important to understand how different enzymes break down food in the digestive system.
Politikerens skandale truede med at nedbryde hans offentlige image fuldstændigt.
The politician's scandal threatened to completely destroy his public image.
Bakterier i jorden hjælper med at nedbryde døde planter og dyr.
Bacteria in the soil help to decompose dead plants and animals.
Den lange, stressende periode begyndte at nedbryde hendes helbred.
The long, stressful period began to undermine her health.
Collocations courantes
Phrases Courantes
Det vil nedbryde os.
That will destroy us.
Bakterier nedbryder organisk materiale.
Bacteria decompose organic material.
Vi skal nedbryde fordomme.
We must break down prejudices.
Regnen kan nedbryde sten over tid.
The rain can decompose stones over time.
Stress kan nedbryde kroppen.
Stress can destroy the body.
De forsøgte at nedbryde modstanden.
They tried to break down the resistance.
Hvordan nedbryder kroppen mad?
How does the body break down food?
Lad os nedbryde barriererne.
Let's break down the barriers.
Det er svært at nedbryde gamle vaner.
It is difficult to break down old habits.
Kemikalierne kan nedbryde materialet.
The chemicals can decompose the material.
Souvent confondu avec
To destroy, ruin (often an active, intentional act of damaging something beyond repair).
To dissolve (specifically breaking down into a liquid or into its constituent parts).
To destroy (a more formal or technical term, often implying complete annihilation).
Modèles grammaticaux
Expressions idiomatiques
"at nedbryde fordomme"
to break down prejudices
Det er vigtigt at nedbryde fordomme i samfundet.
neutral"at nedbryde en barriere"
to break down a barrier
Vi skal arbejde sammen for at nedbryde barrierer mellem kulturer.
neutral"at nedbryde modstand"
to break down resistance
Med gode argumenter kan man nedbryde modstand.
neutral"at nedbryde et stof"
to decompose a substance
Bakterier kan nedbryde organiske stoffer.
formal"at nedbryde en myte"
to debunk a myth
Forskning kan hjælpe os med at nedbryde gamle myter.
neutral"at nedbryde en mur"
to tear down a wall
De besluttede at nedbryde muren for at skabe et åbent rum.
neutral"at nedbryde en organisme"
to decompose an organism
Efter døden vil kroppen langsomt nedbryde.
formal"at nedbryde en idé"
to dismantle an idea (often negatively)
Kritikken hjalp med at nedbryde hans dårlige idé.
neutral"at nedbryde en forsvarslinje"
to break down a line of defense
Angriberne forsøgte at nedbryde fjendens forsvarslinje.
neutral"at nedbryde et argument"
to break down an argument
Hun var god til at nedbryde modstanderens argumenter.
neutralFacile à confondre
Often confused with 'ødelægge' (to ruin/destroy) or 'opløse' (to dissolve). 'Nedbryde' implies a process of breaking down, often naturally or scientifically, rather than a singular act of destruction.
'Nedbryde' focuses on the decomposition or breakdown of something, often over time or through a process. 'Ødelægge' refers to damaging something beyond repair. 'Opløse' is specifically about dissolving into a liquid.
Bakterier kan nedbryde organisk materiale. (Bacteria can decompose organic material.)
Often confused with 'bygge' (to build) or 'konstruere' (to construct). 'Opbygge' implies a process of gradual construction or development, often in a more abstract sense.
'Opbygge' suggests building up or developing something, often intangible like a reputation or a system. 'Bygge' is more about physical construction. 'Konstruere' is about designing and building, often complex structures.
Det tager lang tid at opbygge tillid. (It takes a long time to build up trust.)
Often confused with 'udfolde' (to unfold) or 'forbedre' (to improve). While related, 'udvikle' has a broader meaning of development or evolution.
'Udvikle' means to develop, evolve, or grow. 'Udfolde' is more about revealing or unfolding something. 'Forbedre' is specifically about making something better.
Virksomheden har udviklet et nyt produkt. (The company has developed a new product.)
Often confused with 'udføre' (to perform/carry out) or 'færdiggøre' (to complete). 'Gennemføre' implies seeing a plan or project through to its conclusion.
'Gennemføre' means to implement or carry out a plan or decision to its completion. 'Udføre' is more general for performing a task. 'Færdiggøre' simply means to finish something.
Regeringen vil gennemføre nye reformer. (The government will implement new reforms.)
Often confused with 'lære' (to learn) or 'opleve' (to experience). 'Erfare' suggests gaining knowledge through direct experience or observation.
'Erfare' means to find out, realize, or gain knowledge through experience. 'Lære' is more about acquiring knowledge through study. 'Opleve' is simply to experience an event or situation.
Jeg har erfaret, at ærlighed betaler sig. (I have learned from experience that honesty pays off.)
Structures de phrases
Subjekt + nedbryder + objekt.
Vand nedbryder papir. (Water breaks down paper.)
Subjekt + bliver nedbrudt af + objekt.
Træ bliver nedbrudt af svampe. (Wood is decomposed by fungi.)
Det + er vigtigt at + nedbryde + objekt.
Det er vigtigt at nedbryde affald korrekt. (It's important to dispose of waste correctly.)
Subjekt + kan + nedbryde + objekt + for at + infinitiv.
Mange bakterier kan nedbryde organiske materialer for at få energi. (Many bacteria can decompose organic materials to get energy.)
Subjekt + forsøger at + nedbryde + objekt + selvom + konjunktion + sætning.
Han forsøger at nedbryde fordomme, selvom det er svært. (He tries to break down prejudices, even though it's difficult.)
Når + sætning + kan + subjekt + nedbryde + objekt.
Når man renser vand, kan man nedbryde skadelige stoffer. (When you clean water, you can break down harmful substances.)
Subjekt + har til formål at + nedbryde + objekt + for at opnå + substantiv.
Projektet har til formål at nedbryde barrierer for integration. (The project aims to break down barriers to integration.)
Det + er en udfordring at + nedbryde + substantiv.
Det er en udfordring at nedbryde gamle vaner. (It's a challenge to break down old habits.)
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Adjectifs
Comment l'utiliser
Nedbryde is a verb that means 'to destroy' or 'to decompose'. It's often used in contexts of physical destruction, like a building being torn down, or in biological contexts, like organic matter decomposing.
Examples:
1. 'De vil nedbryde den gamle bygning.' (They will tear down the old building.)
2. 'Bakterier hjælper med at nedbryde organisk materiale.' (Bacteria help to decompose organic material.)
A common mistake is confusing 'nedbryde' with 'ødelægge'. While both can mean 'to destroy', 'ødelægge' often implies a more general sense of damaging or ruining something, whereas 'nedbryde' suggests a more thorough, often structural, destruction or a process of breaking down.
For instance, you might 'ødelægge' a toy by breaking a part of it, but you would 'nedbryde' a building to its foundations.
Astuces
Basic Meaning
Nedbryde means to break down or to decompose. Think of it as taking something apart.
Physical Destruction
It's often used for physically destroying something. 'De nedbrød muren' (They destroyed the wall).
Decomposition
It's also used in a biological sense for decomposition. 'Bakterier nedbryder organisk materiale' (Bacteria decompose organic material).
Figurative Use
You can use it figuratively to mean to break down something like morale or resistance. 'Kritikken nedbrød hans selvtillid' (The criticism broke down his self-confidence).
Opposite Idea
The opposite could be 'opbygge' (to build up or construct). It helps to think of word pairs.
Past Tense
The past tense is 'nedbrød'. 'De nedbrød den gamle bro' (They demolished the old bridge).
Perfect Tense
The perfect tense uses 'har nedbrudt'. 'De har nedbrudt systemet' (They have dismantled the system).
Separable Prefix
Like many Danish verbs, 'ned-' is a separable prefix. In some constructions, it can separate from 'bryde'. However, for 'nedbryde', it usually stays together.
Common Collocations
You'll often hear it with things like 'en mur' (a wall), 'et system' (a system), 'materiale' (material), 'modstand' (resistance), or 'tillid' (trust/confidence).
Don't Confuse
Don't confuse it with 'nedslide' (to wear down) which implies gradual wear and tear, rather than active destruction or decomposition.
Mémorise-le
Moyen mnémotechnique
Imagine a 'net' coming 'down' and 'breaking' something. 'Ned' sounds like 'net' and 'bryde' sounds like 'break'. So, 'net break down' = destroy/decompose.
Association visuelle
Picture a wrecking ball (shaped like a 'net') swinging 'down' and 'breaking' a building, causing it to 'decompose' into rubble.
Word Web
Défi
Try to describe something in your home that might 'nedbryde' over time, or something that you might 'nedbryde' to make space.
Origine du mot
Old Norse
Sens originel : to break down
North GermanicContexte culturel
When talking about environmental processes, like composting or the decay of natural materials, 'nedbryde' is commonly used. It's also used in a more abstract sense, like 'to break down an argument' or 'to dismantle a system'.
Pratique dans la vie réelle
Contextes réels
Environmental discussions about waste management and decomposition.
- Vi skal nedbryde organisk affald.
- Hvad sker der, når ting nedbrydes i naturen?
- Nedbrydning af plastik tager lang tid.
Discussing the breakdown of materials in construction or engineering.
- Bygningen begyndte at nedbryde efter mange år.
- Materialet vil nedbryde under pres.
- Ingeniører undersøger, hvordan stoffer nedbrydes.
Talking about the decomposition of food or other organic matter.
- Maden nedbrydes hurtigt, hvis den ikke opbevares korrekt.
- Bakterier hjælper med at nedbryde døde planter.
- Lugten kommer fra nedbrydende kød.
Figurative use, such as destroying a system or argument.
- Hans argumenter forsøgte at nedbryde min pointe.
- Regeringen arbejder på at nedbryde bureaukratiet.
- Skandalen truede med at nedbryde hans ry.
Discussing the destruction of a barrier or obstacle.
- De var nødt til at nedbryde muren.
- Vi skal nedbryde forhindringerne for fremskridt.
- Soldaterne forsøgte at nedbryde fjendens forsvar.
Amorces de conversation
"Hvad synes du er det mest effektive måde at nedbryde madaffald på?"
"Har du nogensinde set noget nedbryde meget hurtigt, og hvad var det?"
"Hvordan kan vi bedst nedbryde barrierer mellem forskellige kulturer?"
"Tror du, at nogle af vores gamle systemer skal nedbrydes og genopbygges?"
"Hvilke naturlige processer kender du, der nedbryder ting i naturen?"
Sujets d'écriture
Beskriv en situation, hvor noget blev 'nedbrudt' bogstaveligt eller i overført betydning. Hvad skete der?
Reflektér over vigtigheden af nedbrydning i naturen. Hvordan ville verden se ud uden den?
Skriv om en udfordring i dit liv, som du føler du har været nødt til at 'nedbryde' for at komme videre.
Forestil dig en fremtid, hvor vi har fundet nye måder at nedbryde skadelige stoffer på. Hvordan ville det påvirke vores samfund?
Tænk over et dårligt mønster eller en dårlig vane, du gerne vil 'nedbryde' i dit eget liv. Hvordan ville du gribe det an?
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10 questionsBoth 'nedbryde' and 'ødelægge' can mean to destroy. However, 'nedbryde' often implies a process of breaking something down into smaller parts, like decomposition or dismantling. 'Ødelægge' is more general and can mean to ruin or damage completely, without necessarily breaking down into components. Think of 'nedbryde' as breaking down systematically, and 'ødelægge' as just destroying.
Yes, 'nedbryde' can be used metaphorically for emotional states or abstract concepts. For example, you could say 'stress kan nedbryde dig' (stress can break you down) or 'frygt kan nedbryde modet' (fear can break down courage). It signifies a deterioration or a wearing down.
Not always. While 'nedbryde' often has a negative connotation when talking about destruction, it can be neutral or even positive in contexts like decomposition in nature or breaking down complex problems. For example, 'bakterier nedbryder organisk materiale' (bacteria decompose organic material) is a natural process.
You can use 'nedbryde' like this:
- De vil nedbryde den gamle bygning. (They will demolish the old building.)
- Solen kan nedbryde farverne på et maleri. (The sun can fade the colors on a painting.)
- Det er vigtigt at nedbryde fordomme. (It is important to break down prejudices.)
The past tense of 'nedbryde' is 'nedbrød'. For example, 'De nedbrød muren' (They demolished the wall).
The past participle of 'nedbryde' is 'nedbrudt'. For example, 'Bygningen er nedbrudt' (The building has been demolished).
Yes, 'nedbryde' can be used reflexively, especially when talking about something breaking down by itself or something breaking a person down. For instance, 'Hun følte sig helt nedbrudt' (She felt completely broken down/worn out).
A common phrase is 'at nedbryde fordomme', which means to break down prejudices. Another is 'at nedbryde modstanden', meaning to break down resistance.
The noun form is 'nedbrydning', which means decomposition, degradation, or breakdown. For example, 'nedbrydning af plastik' (decomposition of plastic).
'Nedbryde' can take various objects, including physical structures (buildings, walls), materials (plastic, organic matter), and abstract concepts (prejudices, resistance, courage, a person's spirit). It generally applies to anything that can be systematically broken down or worn away.
Teste-toi 144 questions
Hvilket ord betyder 'to destroy'?
'Nedbryde' betyder 'to destroy' eller 'to decompose'.
Vælg den rigtige sætning: Bilen ____. (The car breaks down.)
I nutid er 'nedbryder' den korrekte form af 'nedbryde' for 'bilen'.
Hvad gør regnen ved den gamle mur? Den ____ den.
Regn kan få en gammel mur til at 'nedbryde' eller 'decompose'.
Ordet 'nedbryde' betyder 'to build up'.
'Nedbryde' betyder 'to destroy' eller 'to decompose', ikke 'to build up'.
En gammel frugt kan 'nedbryde'. (An old fruit can decompose.)
Ja, frugt kan 'nedbryde' eller 'decompose' over tid.
Solen hjælper ting med at 'nedbryde' hurtigere. (The sun helps things decompose faster.)
Sollys og varme kan ofte fremskynde processen med at 'nedbryde' materialer.
The speaker wants to 'destroy' something.
Paper can 'decompose' naturally.
They need to 'tear down' an old building.
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Kan du nedbryde det?
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Jeg vil nedbryde den.
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Nedbryd det, tak.
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Write a short sentence about something that can be destroyed.
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Børn kan ødelægge legetøj.
Imagine you are building something. What can you do if it breaks?
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Jeg kan reparere det, hvis det er ødelagt.
Write a sentence using the word 'nedbryde' in a simple context.
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Papir kan nedbryde i jorden.
Hvad sker der med et gammelt hus, hvis det bliver nedbrudt?
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Et gammelt hus kan nedbrydes. Det betyder, at huset bliver taget fra hinanden. Nogle gange er det nødvendigt at nedbryde gamle bygninger for at bygge nye.
Hvad sker der med et gammelt hus, hvis det bliver nedbrudt?
Passagen siger 'Det betyder, at huset bliver taget fra hinanden.'
Passagen siger 'Det betyder, at huset bliver taget fra hinanden.'
Hvorfor er det godt, at ting kan nedbrydes i naturen?
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Nogle ting kan nedbrydes i naturen. For eksempel kan et æble nedbrydes, når det ligger på jorden. Det er godt for miljøet, at ting kan nedbrydes.
Hvorfor er det godt, at ting kan nedbrydes i naturen?
Passagen siger 'Det er godt for miljøet, at ting kan nedbrydes.'
Passagen siger 'Det er godt for miljøet, at ting kan nedbrydes.'
Hvad skal vi gøre, hvis noget er i stykker, ifølge teksten?
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Vi skal ikke nedbryde andres ting. Det er vigtigt at passe på det, vi har. Hvis noget er i stykker, kan vi måske reparere det i stedet for at nedbryde det helt.
Hvad skal vi gøre, hvis noget er i stykker, ifølge teksten?
Teksten siger 'Hvis noget er i stykker, kan vi måske reparere det i stedet for at nedbryde det helt.'
Teksten siger 'Hvis noget er i stykker, kan vi måske reparere det i stedet for at nedbryde det helt.'
This sentence means 'We will not destroy nature.' The basic word order in Danish is Subject-Verb-Object.
This sentence means 'He can break down the wall.' 'Kan' is a modal verb, which is followed by the infinitive form of the main verb.
This sentence means 'The trash decomposes slowly.' 'Nedbrydes' is the passive form of 'nedbryde'.
Vand kan ___ sten over tid.
Here, 'nedbryde' means to break down or decompose, which water does to stones over time.
Bakterier hjælper med at ___ organisk materiale.
Bacteria decompose organic material, so 'nedbryde' is the correct verb.
Solen kan ___ farverne i et billede.
The sun can degrade or break down the colors, making 'nedbryde' the right choice.
Vi skal ikke ___ naturen med affald.
We shouldn't destroy nature with waste, so 'nedbryde' fits.
En stærk syre kan ___ mange materialer.
A strong acid can decompose or destroy many materials. 'Nedbryde' is correct.
Tandpasta hjælper med at forhindre bakterier i at ___ tænderne.
Toothpaste helps prevent bacteria from destroying or decaying teeth. 'Nedbryde' is the appropriate word.
Hvilket ord betyder 'to destroy'?
'Nedbryde' betyder at ødelægge eller nedbryde noget.
Hvilken af disse kan 'nedbryde' en gammel mur?
Vind, sol og vand kan alle bidrage til at nedbryde en gammel mur over tid.
Hvad gør regnen ved en gammel træhytte over tid?
Regn er med til at nedbryde træ og materialer over tid.
Solen kan nedbryde farven på en bil.
Sollys kan blege og nedbryde farven på overflader, inklusive billak.
At 'nedbryde' betyder altid at bygge noget nyt.
'Nedbryde' betyder det modsatte, nemlig at ødelægge eller dekomponere noget, ikke at bygge noget nyt.
En stærk vind kan nedbryde et svagt hegn.
En stærk vind har kraft nok til at ødelægge eller nedbryde et svagt hegn.
The house will be... soon.
Bacteria... organic material.
Water can... stones over time.
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Vi må nedbryde muren.
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Svampe nedbryder træ.
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Hvordan nedbryder de det?
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Write a short sentence about something that can break down naturally.
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Døde blade vil nedbryde i naturen.
Imagine a very old, unused house. What might happen to it over time? Use 'nedbryde'.
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Et gammelt hus kan nedbryde over tid.
Complete the sentence: 'Regnen kan få træet til at ___'
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Regnen kan få træet til at nedbryde.
Hvad sker der med et blad, når det falder til jorden?
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Mange ting i naturen vil med tiden nedbryde. For eksempel, når et blad falder til jorden, vil det langsomt nedbryde. Dette er en naturlig proces.
Hvad sker der med et blad, når det falder til jorden?
Teksten siger, at et blad vil 'langsomt nedbryde', når det falder til jorden.
Teksten siger, at et blad vil 'langsomt nedbryde', når det falder til jorden.
Hvad får træbroen til at nedbryde?
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En gammel træbro begynder at se dårlig ud. Vejr og vind får den til at nedbryde. Snart er den ikke sikker at bruge længere.
Hvad får træbroen til at nedbryde?
Teksten nævner, at 'Vejr og vind får den til at nedbryde'.
Teksten nævner, at 'Vejr og vind får den til at nedbryde'.
Hvilken type affald kan nedbryde og blive til jord igen?
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Det er vigtigt at smide affald i skraldespanden. Organisk affald, som mad, kan nedbryde og blive til jord igen. Plastik nedbryder ikke så let.
Hvilken type affald kan nedbryde og blive til jord igen?
Teksten siger, at 'Organisk affald, som mad, kan nedbryde og blive til jord igen'.
Teksten siger, at 'Organisk affald, som mad, kan nedbryde og blive til jord igen'.
Vand kan ___ klipper over tid.
In this context, 'nedbryde' means to break down or erode rocks over time, which fits the natural process described.
Bakterier hjælper med at ___ organisk materiale i jorden.
Bacteria 'nedbryder' (decompose) organic material, which is essential for nutrient cycling in soil.
Uden sollys vil træerne begynde at ___.
Without sunlight, trees cannot photosynthesize and will eventually 'nedbryde' (decompose or decay).
Projektet blev desværre ___ af mangel på ressourcer.
'Nedbrudt' here means the project was broken down or ceased due to a lack of resources, implying its failure.
Det kan tage lang tid for plastik at ___ i naturen.
Plastic takes a very long time to 'nedbryde' (decompose) in nature, making it an environmental concern.
En stærk syre kan ___ mange materialer.
A strong acid can 'nedbryde' (destroy or break down) many materials due to its corrosive properties.
Hvilket ord betyder det samme som 'nedbryde'?
'Ødelægge' er et synonym for 'nedbryde', da begge betyder at tilintetgøre noget.
Hvordan ville du oversætte sætningen: 'Bakterier kan nedbryde organisk materiale'?
'Nedbryde' betyder 'to break down' eller 'to decompose' i denne kontekst.
Vælg den sætning, hvor 'nedbryde' bruges korrekt:
Her bruges 'nedbryde' i betydningen 'at ødelægge gradvist' på grund af slid.
Ordet 'nedbryde' kan bruges, når noget falder fra hinanden over tid.
Ja, 'nedbryde' kan beskrive en proces, hvor noget langsomt går i stykker eller opløses, som f.eks. rust på metal eller træ, der rådner.
Man kan 'nedbryde' et hus, hvis man bygger det op fra grunden.
Nej, 'nedbryde' betyder det modsatte af at bygge op. At bygge et hus op er at konstruere det, ikke at ødelægge det.
En kemisk proces kan 'nedbryde' stoffer til simplere former.
Ja, i kemisk forstand betyder 'nedbryde' at dekomponere et stof til mindre eller simplere molekyler.
They want to destroy the old building.
Bacteria can decompose organic material.
Fear can slowly erode one's courage.
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Jeg er bange for, at stress kan nedbryde dit helbred.
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Hvordan kan vi forhindre, at væggen nedbrydes?
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Nogle stoffer er svære at nedbryde i naturen.
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Imagine you are explaining to a friend what happens to old buildings that are no longer safe. Use 'nedbryde' in your explanation.
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Gamle bygninger, der ikke længere er sikre, er nødt til at nedbryde. Det er vigtigt for sikkerheden.
Describe what happens to organic waste over time. Use 'nedbryde' in your description.
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Organisk affald vil med tiden nedbryde og blive til jord. Det er en naturlig proces.
You are writing a short note to a construction worker about preparing a site for a new building. What needs to be done to the old structure? Use 'nedbryde'.
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Før vi kan bygge den nye bygning, skal vi nedbryde den gamle struktur. Det er det første skridt.
Hvad skete der med træhytten?
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En gammel træhytte stod i skoven i mange år. Med tiden begyndte vejret at nedbryde træet, og hytten faldt langsomt sammen. Til sidst var der kun en bunke rådne brædder tilbage, og naturen tog over.
Hvad skete der med træhytten?
Passagen siger, at 'vejret at nedbryde træet', hvilket betyder at hytten faldt sammen på grund af vejret.
Passagen siger, at 'vejret at nedbryde træet', hvilket betyder at hytten faldt sammen på grund af vejret.
Hvorfor er kompostering en god idé ifølge teksten?
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Når man komposterer organisk materiale, hjælper man naturen med at nedbryde det. Dette skaber næringsrig jord, som kan bruges i haven. Det er en god måde at genbruge affald på.
Hvorfor er kompostering en god idé ifølge teksten?
Teksten forklarer, at kompostering 'hjælper naturen med at nedbryde det' og 'skaber næringsrig jord'.
Teksten forklarer, at kompostering 'hjælper naturen med at nedbryde det' og 'skaber næringsrig jord'.
Hvorfor blev fabrikken nedbrudt?
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Regeringen besluttede at nedbryde den gamle fabrik. Den havde stået tom i årtier og var blevet en fare for området. Nu kan et nyt boligområde bygges der, hvilket er til gavn for lokalsamfundet.
Hvorfor blev fabrikken nedbrudt?
Teksten angiver, at fabrikken 'var blevet en fare for området', hvilket førte til beslutningen om at nedbryde den.
Teksten angiver, at fabrikken 'var blevet en fare for området', hvilket førte til beslutningen om at nedbryde den.
This sentence describes how wind and weather can destroy old buildings. 'Vind og vejr' is the subject, followed by the modal verb 'kan' and then the infinitive 'nedbryde'. 'Gamle bygninger' is the object.
This sentence explains that bacteria help decompose organic material in the soil. 'Bakterier' is the subject, 'hjælper' is the verb, and 'med at nedbryde' is a common construction meaning 'help to decompose'.
This sentence means that stress can break down the body over time. 'Stress' is the subject, 'kan' is the modal verb, and 'nedbryde' is the main verb.
Vand kan langsomt ___ klipper over tid.
The sentence talks about water slowly affecting rocks, and 'nedbryde' means to decompose or break down, which fits the context.
Bakterier hjælper med at ___ organisk materiale i jorden.
Bakterier (bacteria) are known for their role in decomposition, so 'nedbryde' (decompose) is the correct word.
Uden sollys vil planterne begynde at ___.
Lack of sunlight will cause plants to die and decompose, making 'nedbryde' the appropriate choice.
En stærk syre kan hurtigt ___ mange materialer.
Strong acids are known to break down or destroy materials, so 'nedbryde' is the correct fit.
Det kan tage årtier for plastik at ___ i naturen.
The sentence refers to the slow decomposition of plastic in nature, thus 'nedbryde' (decompose) is correct.
Stress kan langsomt ___ immunforsvaret.
Stress is known to weaken or break down the immune system, so 'nedbryde' is the correct verb.
Hvilket ord er et synonym for 'nedbryde'?
'Ødelægge' betyder at gøre noget ubrugeligt eller tilintetgøre det, ligesom 'nedbryde'.
Hvad sker der, når organisk materiale 'nedbrydes'?
Når organisk materiale nedbrydes, bliver det omdannet til enklere stoffer af mikroorganismer.
Hvilken sætning bruger 'nedbryde' korrekt?
'Nedbryde' bruges her i betydningen at erodere eller langsomt ødelægge, hvilket passer til regnens effekt på klipper.
En stærk syre kan nedbryde visse metaller.
Stærke syrer er kendt for at kunne korrodere og derved nedbryde metaller.
At 'nedbryde' en mur betyder, at man bygger den op igen.
At 'nedbryde' en mur betyder at rive den ned, ikke at bygge den op igen.
Kroppen nedbryder maden for at optage næringsstoffer.
Fordøjelsessystemet nedbryder maden til mindre molekyler, så kroppen kan optage næringsstofferne.
What can chemicals do to the environment?
What will happen to the trash in nature?
What can stress do to your body?
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Det er vigtigt at genbruge for at undgå at nedbryde planeten.
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Hvor lang tid tager det for plastik at nedbrydes?
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Manglende hvile kan nedbryde din koncentration.
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Imagine you are an environmental activist. Write a short paragraph (3-4 sentences) explaining why it's important to prevent the destruction of natural habitats. Use 'nedbryde' in your answer.
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Det er afgørende at beskytte vores miljø mod menneskelig indgriben, der kan nedbryde naturområder. Når vi nedbryder levesteder, mister mange arter deres hjem. Vi må arbejde sammen for at forhindre denne nedbrydning og bevare vores unikke natur.
You are a scientist explaining the process of organic decomposition. Write two sentences describing how certain materials 'nedbrydes' over time. Focus on the natural process.
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Organisk materiale vil med tiden nedbrydes af mikroorganismer som bakterier og svampe. Denne naturlige nedbrydningsproces omdanner døde planter og dyr til næringsstoffer i jorden.
You're writing a news report about a building that was demolished. Describe the event in a short sentence, using the word 'nedbryde'.
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Den gamle fabrik blev i dag nedbrudt for at give plads til et nyt boligkompleks.
Hvad kan klimaforandringerne ifølge teksten nedbryde?
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Klimaforandringerne kan nedbryde økosystemer og medføre en reduktion af biodiversiteten. Dette har store konsekvenser for fremtidige generationer. Det er vigtigt at handle nu for at forhindre yderligere nedbrydning af vores planet.
Hvad kan klimaforandringerne ifølge teksten nedbryde?
Teksten nævner specifikt, at klimaforandringerne kan 'nedbryde økosystemer'.
Teksten nævner specifikt, at klimaforandringerne kan 'nedbryde økosystemer'.
Hvorfor er plastik et problem for miljøet, ifølge teksten?
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Nogle materialer er svære at nedbryde i naturen. Plastik tager for eksempel hundreder af år om at nedbrydes, hvilket skaber store miljøproblemer. Derfor er genbrug og genanvendelse afgørende.
Hvorfor er plastik et problem for miljøet, ifølge teksten?
Teksten forklarer, at 'Plastik tager for eksempel hundreder af år om at nedbrydes', hvilket forårsager miljøproblemer.
Teksten forklarer, at 'Plastik tager for eksempel hundreder af år om at nedbrydes', hvilket forårsager miljøproblemer.
Hvad er nødvendigt for, at materialer i en kompostbunke kan nedbrydes effektivt?
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For at en kompostbunke kan fungere optimalt, skal materialerne nedbrydes effektivt. Dette kræver den rette balance af fugtighed og ilt. Uden den rette pleje vil nedbrydningen gå langsomt eller slet ikke ske.
Hvad er nødvendigt for, at materialer i en kompostbunke kan nedbrydes effektivt?
Passagen angiver, at 'Dette kræver den rette balance af fugtighed og ilt' for effektiv nedbrydning.
Passagen angiver, at 'Dette kræver den rette balance af fugtighed og ilt' for effektiv nedbrydning.
This sentence means 'Wind can break down old structures.'
This sentence means 'Enzymes help to decompose the food.'
This sentence means 'Stress can break down the immune system.'
Olieudslippet truede med at ___ det lokale økosystem fuldstændigt.
In this context, 'nedbryde' means to completely destroy, which fits the impact of an oil spill on an ecosystem.
Han følte sig fuldstændigt ___ efter den lange og stressende arbejdsperiode.
Here, 'nedbrudt' is used in a figurative sense, meaning mentally or physically exhausted/broken down. 'Fuldstændigt nedbrudt' implies complete exhaustion.
Mange materialer kan ___ naturligt over tid, især når de udsættes for vejret.
'Nedbryde' here refers to the natural decomposition process, which is common for materials exposed to the elements.
Manglen på finansiering truede med at ___ hele projektet.
Lack of funding would cause the project to fall apart or be destroyed, making 'nedbryde' the appropriate choice.
En stærk syre kan ___ selv de mest resistente stoffer.
Acids are known for their ability to break down or decompose substances, so 'nedbryde' is the correct verb.
Overforbrug af antibiotika kan ___ kroppens naturlige bakterieflora.
Excessive antibiotic use can destroy or disrupt the beneficial bacteria in the body, hence 'nedbryde'.
Listen for how the building's structure deteriorates over time.
Focus on what the chemicals are able to decompose rapidly.
Identify what psychological stress can gradually diminish.
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Vi må forhindre, at dette historiske monument nedbrydes yderligere.
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Det er vigtigt at forstå, hvordan organiske materialer nedbrydes i naturen.
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Kan du forklare, hvordan rust nedbryder metal?
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Imagine you are writing a news report about the demolition of an old building. Use 'nedbryde' to describe the process. Focus on the environmental impact.
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Nedbrydningen af den gamle fabrik startede i sidste uge. Eksperter vil vurdere miljøpåvirkningen, især med henblik på genanvendelse af materialer.
Write a short paragraph about how certain natural processes can 'nedbryde' organic matter. Think about compost or fallen leaves.
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I naturen spiller mikroorganismer en afgørende rolle i at nedbryde organisk materiale, som døde blade og grene, og omdanne det til næringsrig jord. Dette ses tydeligt i en kompostbunke.
Describe a metaphorical situation where a bad habit or a negative idea needs to be 'nedbrudt' (broken down or dismantled).
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For at opnå personlig vækst er det ofte nødvendigt at nedbryde gamle, negative tankegange, der hindrer os i at udvikle os. Det kan være en svær proces at nedbryde en dårlig vane, men resultatet er det værd.
Hvilken type skade nævnes som en konsekvens af klimaforandringer?
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Klimaforandringerne forårsager ekstreme vejrfænomener, der kan nedbryde kystlinjer og infrastruktur. Det er et globalt problem, som kræver øjeblikkelig handling for at beskytte sårbare områder og mindske de langsigtede konsekvenser. Forskning viser, at havstigninger vil fortsætte med at nedbryde disse områder, medmindre der handles nu.
Hvilken type skade nævnes som en konsekvens af klimaforandringer?
Passagen nævner direkte, at klimaforandringer kan 'nedbryde kystlinjer og infrastruktur'.
Passagen nævner direkte, at klimaforandringer kan 'nedbryde kystlinjer og infrastruktur'.
Hvad er et af de formål med at bruge nedbrydning som et kunstnerisk tema?
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Kunstnere bruger ofte nedbrydning som et centralt tema i deres værker, enten bogstaveligt talt ved at lade materialer forfalde eller metaforisk ved at dekonstruere samfundsmæssige normer. Dette skaber en dybere forståelse af tidens gang og de cykliske processer i livet. En berømt skulptør lod sine værker nedbryde naturligt over tid for at fremhæve forgængeligheden.
Hvad er et af de formål med at bruge nedbrydning som et kunstnerisk tema?
Teksten angiver, at brugen af nedbrydning i kunst 'skaber en dybere forståelse af tidens gang og de cykliske processer i livet'.
Teksten angiver, at brugen af nedbrydning i kunst 'skaber en dybere forståelse af tidens gang og de cykliske processer i livet'.
Hvad er den primære rolle for bakterier og svampe i økosystemet ifølge teksten?
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Bakterier og svampe er essentielle for økosystemet, da de hjælper med at nedbryde dødt organisk materiale. Denne proces frigiver næringsstoffer tilbage til jorden, hvilket er afgørende for plantevækst og opretholdelse af den naturlige cyklus. Uden disse mikroorganismer ville jorden hurtigt blive udpint, og økosystemet ville kollapse, fordi materialer ikke ville nedbrydes effektivt.
Hvad er den primære rolle for bakterier og svampe i økosystemet ifølge teksten?
Passagen fastslår, at bakterier og svampe 'hjælper med at nedbryde dødt organisk materiale'.
Passagen fastslår, at bakterier og svampe 'hjælper med at nedbryde dødt organisk materiale'.
This sentence describes how organic materials naturally decompose, which is a key meaning of 'nedbryde'.
This sentence illustrates 'nedbryde' in the context of erosion or damage over time.
This sentence shows 'nedbryde' in a biological context, referring to the body's process of breaking down old cells.
Imagine you are an environmental scientist observing the effects of pollution. Write a short paragraph (3-4 sentences) describing how certain pollutants can 'nedbryde' natural ecosystems. Use 'nedbryde' at least once in your response.
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Forurening kan over tid nedbryde de mest robuste økosystemer og forstyrre den naturlige balance. Kemikalier siver ned i jorden og vandet, hvilket nedbryder habitater og fødekæder. Dette fører til et fald i biodiversiteten og en generel forringelse af miljøet, som tager lang tid at genoprette.
You are a philosopher discussing the fragility of societal structures. Write a short reflection (3-4 sentences) on how internal conflicts and corruption can 'nedbryde' a society from within. Incorporate 'nedbryde' at least once.
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Interne konflikter og udbredt korruption er kræfter, der gradvist kan nedbryde et samfunds fundament. Når tilliden mellem borgere og institutioner er ødelagt, begynder sammenhængskraften at nedbrydes. Dette fører til ustabilitet og forhindrer fremskridt, hvilket kan have katastrofale konsekvenser på lang sigt.
You are a historian analyzing the fall of a great empire. Write a brief explanation (3-4 sentences) of how a combination of economic decline and external pressures can 'nedbryde' an empire. Use 'nedbryde' in your text.
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Historien viser, at en kombination af økonomisk tilbagegang og konstante eksterne pres ofte kan nedbryde selv de mægtigste imperier. Indre splid svækker imperiets evne til at modstå trusler, og langsomt begynder strukturerne at nedbrydes. Manglende ressourcer og moralsk forfald accelererer processen, indtil imperiet kollapser.
Hvad er hovedårsagen til, at nedbrydningen af visse plasttyper tager lang tid ifølge teksten?
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På trods af intensiv forskning er det stadig en udfordring at forstå, hvordan visse plasttyper fuldstændigt nedbrydes i naturen. Mikroorganismer spiller en afgørende rolle i denne proces, men deres effektivitet varierer enormt afhængigt af miljøforholdene. Hvis disse forhold ikke er optimale, kan nedbrydningen tage århundreder, hvilket har alvorlige konsekvenser for vores miljø. Derfor søger man nye metoder til at fremskynde nedbrydelsen.
Hvad er hovedårsagen til, at nedbrydningen af visse plasttyper tager lang tid ifølge teksten?
Teksten nævner, at 'deres effektivitet varierer enormt afhængigt af miljøforholdene' og 'Hvis disse forhold ikke er optimale, kan nedbrydningen tage århundreder.'
Teksten nævner, at 'deres effektivitet varierer enormt afhængigt af miljøforholdene' og 'Hvis disse forhold ikke er optimale, kan nedbrydningen tage århundreder.'
Hvilken faktor har primært forårsaget bygningens forfald?
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Den historiske bygning, som engang stod stolt, er nu kun en skygge af sig selv. Årtiers forsømmelse og elementernes rasen har gradvist nedbrudt dens struktur. Taget er kollapset, og væggene smuldrer, hvilket afslører den skrøbelighed, der kan opstå, når vedligeholdelse mangler. Lokale myndigheder diskuterer nu en eventuel restaurering, men omfanget af nedbrydningen gør opgaven monumental.
Hvilken faktor har primært forårsaget bygningens forfald?
Teksten angiver 'Årtiers forsømmelse og elementernes rasen har gradvist nedbrudt dens struktur' som hovedårsagen.
Teksten angiver 'Årtiers forsømmelse og elementernes rasen har gradvist nedbrudt dens struktur' som hovedårsagen.
Hvad er den langsigtede virkning af kronisk stress på immunforsvaret ifølge teksten?
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Forskere har længe studeret, hvordan stress kan nedbryde menneskets immunforsvar over tid. Kronisk stress frigiver hormoner, der undertrykker immunresponset, hvilket gør kroppen mere sårbar over for sygdomme. Denne nedbrydning er ofte subtil og mærkes ikke umiddelbart, men dens kumulative effekt kan være alvorlig for helbredet. Derfor er stresshåndtering afgørende for at opretholde et robust immunforsvar.
Hvad er den langsigtede virkning af kronisk stress på immunforsvaret ifølge teksten?
Teksten forklarer, at 'Kronisk stress frigiver hormoner, der undertrykker immunresponset, hvilket gør kroppen mere sårbar over for sygdomme' og 'Denne nedbrydning er ofte subtil... men dens kumulative effekt kan være alvorlig for helbredet.'
Teksten forklarer, at 'Kronisk stress frigiver hormoner, der undertrykker immunresponset, hvilket gør kroppen mere sårbar over for sygdomme' og 'Denne nedbrydning er ofte subtil... men dens kumulative effekt kan være alvorlig for helbredet.'
This sentence discusses how complex structures can be broken down or decomposed by time, fitting the meaning of 'nedbryde' at a high linguistic level.
This sentence uses 'nedbrydelse' in a more abstract sense, referring to the breakdown of moral ideals, which is appropriate for a C2 level.
This sentence uses 'nedbryder' in a scientific context, discussing the decomposition of organic substances by enzymes, which demands a sophisticated understanding of vocabulary.
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Summary
Nedbryde means to destroy, break down, or decompose something.
- destroy
- decompose
- break down
Basic Meaning
Nedbryde means to break down or to decompose. Think of it as taking something apart.
Physical Destruction
It's often used for physically destroying something. 'De nedbrød muren' (They destroyed the wall).
Decomposition
It's also used in a biological sense for decomposition. 'Bakterier nedbryder organisk materiale' (Bacteria decompose organic material).
Figurative Use
You can use it figuratively to mean to break down something like morale or resistance. 'Kritikken nedbrød hans selvtillid' (The criticism broke down his self-confidence).
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