C1 verb Formal to neutral. Suitable for academic, professional, and everyday contexts.

definere

/dɛfɪˈneːrə/

Exemples

1

Kan du definere ordet 'demokrati'?

Can you define the word 'democracy'?

2

Vi må definere prosjektets mål tydelig.

We must clearly define the project's goals.

3

Hva definerer et godt vennskap?

What defines a good friendship?

4

Grensen mellom de to landene er ikke klart definert.

The border between the two countries is not clearly defined.

5

Det er viktig å definere forventningene fra starten av.

It is important to define expectations from the outset.

Collocations courantes

definere et begrep (to define a concept)
definere grensene (to define the boundaries)
klart definert (clearly defined)

How to Use It

Notes d'usage

Use 'definere' when you want to explain the meaning of a word, concept, or to set clear boundaries or characteristics for something. It's often followed by a direct object.

Erreurs courantes

Confusing it with 'bestemme' (to decide) when the context is about setting a fixed meaning or characteristic.
Incorrectly placing the stress on an earlier syllable.

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Origine du mot

From Latin 'definire' (to limit, to define), through German 'definieren' or French 'définir'.

Contexte culturel

Understanding precise definitions is valued in Norwegian communication, emphasizing clarity and avoiding ambiguity, especially in official or technical contexts.

Astuce mémo

Imagine drawing a 'fine' line to 'define' something. The 'fin' in definere sounds a bit like 'fine' in English.

Questions fréquentes

3 questions

Jeg definerer, du definerer, han/hun/det definerer, vi definerer, dere definerer, de definerer.

While less common than in some other languages, you might occasionally see 'definere seg som' (to define oneself as), e.g., 'Han definerer seg som kunstner.' (He defines himself as an artist.)

Yes, the noun is 'definisjon' (definition).

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