When someone breaks the law, we call that a crime. The person who commits the crime is called a criminal. In Danish, a criminal is a forbryder. So, if someone steals something, they are a forbryder.
When we talk about someone who commits a crime, the Danish word is forbryder. This is a noun and it's used to describe a criminal, someone who has broken the law.
You might hear this word in news reports or when discussing legal matters. It’s a pretty direct word for someone who has committed a crime, without getting into the specifics of what kind of crime.
When we talk about a person who commits a crime, we use the word forbryder. This is a common noun in Danish and refers to someone who breaks the law. It's often used in legal contexts or news reporting. You'll hear this word used directly, without much fuss, to describe individuals involved in criminal acts.
§ Forbryder: Definition and Usage
- Danish Word
- forbryder (noun)
- CEFR Level
- B2
- Definition
- A person who commits a crime; a criminal, an offender, a perpetrator.
Let's get straight to it. The Danish word "forbryder" is a straightforward way to talk about someone who has committed a crime. It's a masculine noun, so it will typically take the common gender article 'en' in its indefinite singular form. It can be used in both formal and informal contexts when discussing crime and justice.
§ How to use 'forbryder' in a sentence
Using "forbryder" in a sentence is much like using "criminal" in English. It often acts as the subject or object of a sentence. Remember that Danish nouns have definite and indefinite forms, and you'll need to pay attention to that.
Politiet fangede forbryderen efter en lang jagt.
This translates to: "The police caught the criminal after a long chase." Here, "forbryderen" is in the definite singular form, meaning "the criminal."
Han blev dømt som en farlig forbryder.
Meaning: "He was convicted as a dangerous criminal." In this case, "forbryder" is indefinite singular, preceded by the adjective "farlig" (dangerous).
§ Plural form of 'forbryder'
The plural of "forbryder" is also "forbryder." This is common in Danish for nouns ending in -er, where the plural form is identical to the singular indefinite form. You'll rely on the context and any accompanying articles or numbers to understand if it's singular or plural.
- Singular Indefinite
- en forbryder (a criminal)
- Singular Definite
- forbryderen (the criminal)
- Plural Indefinite
- forbrydere (criminals)
- Plural Definite
- forbryderne (the criminals)
Der var mange forbrydere involveret i sagen.
This means: "There were many criminals involved in the case." Here, "mange" (many) clearly indicates the plural.
Forbryderne flygtede fra fængslet.
This translates to: "The criminals escaped from prison." The suffix -ne indicates the definite plural.
§ Related words
Understanding "forbryder" is easier when you know some related terms:
- Forbrydelse (noun): A crime. This is the act itself.
- At forbryde sig (verb): To commit a crime, to offend.
- Kriminel (adjective/noun): Criminal. Can be an adjective describing someone (en kriminel handling - a criminal act) or a noun (en kriminel - a criminal, often used interchangeably with forbryder, but 'forbryder' specifically refers to the person who commits 'forbrydelsen').
So, when you see or hear "forbryder," you know we're talking about someone who has broken the law. Keep practicing these examples, and you'll get the hang of it quickly.
रोचक तथ्य
The word 'forbryder' shares roots with the English word 'forfeit', both stemming from concepts of transgression and loss.
स्तर के अनुसार उदाहरण
Politiet efterlyser den forbryder, der brød ind i banken i går aftes.
The police are looking for the criminal who broke into the bank last night.
Definite form of 'forbryder' is 'forbryderen' or 'den forbryder' when used with a definite article.
Retssystemet i Danmark stræber efter at rehabilitere forbrydere, ikke kun at straffe dem.
The justice system in Denmark strives to rehabilitate criminals, not just to punish them.
Plural form of 'forbryder' is 'forbrydere'.
Han blev kendt skyldig og dømt som en farlig forbryder.
He was found guilty and sentenced as a dangerous criminal.
'Farlig' (dangerous) is an adjective modifying 'forbryder'.
Efterforskningen afslørede, at forbryderen havde planlagt røveriet i månedsvis.
The investigation revealed that the criminal had planned the robbery for months.
Past perfect tense 'havde planlagt'.
Samfundet har en forventning om, at forbrydere skal stå til ansvar for deres handlinger.
Society expects criminals to be held accountable for their actions.
'Skal stå til ansvar' means 'should be held accountable'.
Historien er fuld af eksempler på berygtede forbrydere, der har undsluppet retfærdigheden.
History is full of examples of notorious criminals who have escaped justice.
'Berygtede' (notorious) is an adjective in its definite plural form.
Selvom han var en erfaren forbryder, efterlod han spor, der førte politiet til ham.
Even though he was an experienced criminal, he left clues that led the police to him.
'Selvom' means 'even though'.
Debatten om, hvordan man bedst håndterer unge forbrydere, er kompleks og vedvarende.
The debate on how to best handle young criminals is complex and ongoing.
'Unge' (young) is an adjective in its plural form.
Den professionelle forbryder planlagde sit kup ned til mindste detalje og undgik at efterlade spor.
The professional criminal planned his heist down to the smallest detail, avoiding leaving traces.
Here, 'forbryder' refers to a criminal who makes a profession out of committing crimes.
Politiet efterlyser en forbryder, der mistænkes for adskillige indbrud i området.
The police are searching for a criminal suspected of several burglaries in the area.
'efterlyser' means 'are looking for' or 'are seeking'.
Selvom han blev dømt som en farlig forbryder, fastholdt han sin uskyld hele vejen igennem retssagen.
Although he was convicted as a dangerous criminal, he maintained his innocence throughout the trial.
The adjective 'farlig' (dangerous) modifies 'forbryder'.
Filmen skildrer en kompleks karakter, der balancerede mellem at være et offer og en forbryder.
The film portrays a complex character who balanced between being a victim and a criminal.
'skildrer' means 'portrays' or 'depicts'.
Samfundet har en tendens til at stigmatisere forbrydere, hvilket gør reintegration vanskelig.
Society tends to stigmatize criminals, which makes reintegration difficult.
'reintegration' is 'reintegration' in Danish.
Den unge forbryder fik en chance for at starte forfra med et rehabiliteringsprogram.
The young criminal was given a chance to start over with a rehabilitation program.
'starte forfra' means 'start over'.
Detektivens hovedopgave var at identificere og fange den undvigende forbryder.
The detective's main task was to identify and catch the elusive criminal.
'undvigende' means 'elusive' or 'evasive'.
Efter mange års fængsel forsøgte den tidligere forbryder at opbygge et nyt og ærligt liv.
After many years in prison, the former criminal tried to build a new and honest life.
'tidligere' means 'former' or 'previous'.
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En forbryder blev fanget af politiet.
A criminal was caught by the police.
De jager en forbryder.
They are chasing a criminal.
Han er en kendt forbryder.
He is a known criminal.
Politiet ledte efter forbryderen.
The police were looking for the criminal.
Forbryderen undslap fængslet.
The criminal escaped prison.
Det var en farlig forbryder.
It was a dangerous criminal.
En forbryder skal straffes.
A criminal should be punished.
De anholdt en forbryder.
They arrested a criminal.
Forbryderen begik mange forbrydelser.
The criminal committed many crimes.
Sagen handler om en forbryder.
The case is about a criminal.
सुझाव
Masculine or Feminine?
In Danish, 'forbryder' is a common gender noun. This means it takes the indefinite article 'en' (en forbryder) and the definite article 'den' (den forbryder). Don't confuse it with neuter nouns which take 'et'.
Plural Form
The plural of 'forbryder' is 'forbrydere'. Notice the addition of '-e' at the end. For example, 'en forbryder' (a criminal) becomes 'flere forbrydere' (several criminals).
Pronunciation Practice
The 'o' in 'forbryder' sounds like the 'o' in 'bore'. The 'y' is a tricky one; it's similar to the 'u' in 'lunar' but with rounded lips. Practice saying it aloud: 'for-broo-der' (approximately, for English speakers).
Not just 'bad guy'
While 'forbryder' means a criminal, it's more specific than simply 'bad guy'. It implies someone who has committed a serious crime, not just someone who is generally mischievous.
Related Verb
The noun 'forbryder' comes from the verb 'forbryde sig', which means 'to commit a crime' or 'to transgress'. Knowing this can help you remember the meaning of the noun.
Contextual Usage
You'll often hear 'forbryder' in news reports, legal contexts, or crime dramas. It's a formal term for a lawbreaker.
Synonyms and Nuances
While 'forbryder' is common, you might also encounter 'kriminel' (criminal, adjective or noun). 'Forbryder' specifically emphasizes the act of committing a crime.
Danish Justice System
In Denmark, the justice system often emphasizes rehabilitation. The term 'forbryder' refers to the individual, but the focus is often on the crime committed.
Memory Trick
Think of 'for-' as 'forerunner' or 'foresee' (meaning 'before' or 'ahead'). A 'forbryder' is someone who has gone 'before' the law, or committed a crime ahead of consequences.
Example Sentence
En forbryder blev fanget af politiet. (A criminal was caught by the police.)
शब्द की उत्पत्ति
Old Norse: forbryta
मूल अर्थ: to transgress, to violate
Germanicसांस्कृतिक संदर्भ
In Danish society, the term 'forbryder' is generally reserved for serious offenders, reflecting a nuanced view of criminal behavior. It's often used in legal contexts and news reporting, emphasizing the formal aspect of crime and punishment. The Danish legal system, while upholding strict laws, also places a strong emphasis on rehabilitation, which subtly influences how terms like 'forbryder' are understood in the broader cultural landscape.
अक्सर पूछे जाने वाले सवाल
10 सवालBoth 'forbryder' and 'kriminel' refer to someone who commits a crime. However, 'forbryder' often implies the *act* of committing a crime, while 'kriminel' can be used as both a noun (a criminal) and an adjective (criminal behavior). You'll often hear 'kriminel' used more broadly.
Yes, 'forbryder' is quite common, especially in news, legal contexts, and discussions about crime. It's a useful word to know at a B2 level.
Generally, yes. It refers to someone who commits a 'forbrydelse,' which is a broad term for a crime or offense. So, it can apply to various criminal acts.
The plural of 'forbryder' is 'forbrydere'.
While 'forbryder' is gender-neutral, you could use 'kvindelig forbryder' for a female criminal if you needed to specify. However, 'forbryder' itself covers both genders.
Yes, there are some more informal or slang terms, but 'forbryder' is the standard, neutral term. You might hear 'skurk' (villain) or 'røver' (robber) depending on the specific context, but they're not direct synonyms for 'forbryder'.
The noun for the act of committing a crime is 'forbrydelse'. So, a 'forbryder' commits a 'forbrydelse'.
Typically, 'forbryder' implies someone who has committed a crime. For someone accused, you'd usually say 'mistænkt' (suspect) or 'anklaget' (accused) until they are proven guilty.
It's a straightforward, factual term. It's not overly harsh or overly mild; it simply states that someone has committed a crime. It carries the weight of its meaning.
You might hear phrases like 'en kendt forbryder' (a known criminal) or 'at jagte en forbryder' (to chase a criminal).
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Hvem fanger tyven?
Politiet fanger forbrydere.
Hvad laver en forbryder?
En forbryder begår kriminalitet, for eksempel stjæler penge.
Hvor er forbryderen nu?
Forbrydere kommer i fængsel for deres forbrydelser.
En forbryder hjælper folk.
En forbryder skader ofte folk ved at begå kriminalitet.
En forbryder er en person, der bryder loven.
Korrekt, en forbryder er en person, der begår en forbrydelse og dermed bryder loven.
Alle i et land er forbrydere.
Nej, kun et lille antal mennesker er forbrydere, de fleste følger loven.
Write a simple sentence about someone breaking a rule. Use a Danish word for 'rule' if you know one, otherwise describe it simply.
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Han bryder en regel.
Imagine a story where someone did something wrong. Write one short sentence about what they did.
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Han gør noget forkert.
Describe in one sentence what a bad person might do. Focus on a simple action.
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En dårlig person stjæler penge.
Hvad gør manden?
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Manden er i butikken. Han tager en æble uden at betale. Det er ikke godt.
Hvad gør manden?
The man takes an apple without paying, which is not good.
The man takes an apple without paying, which is not good.
Hvorfor er pigen bange?
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Pigen løber hurtigt. Hun ser en politibil. Hun er bange.
Hvorfor er pigen bange?
The girl is scared because she sees a police car.
The girl is scared because she sees a police car.
Hvad tager tyven?
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Drengen har en tyv. Tyven tager hans legetøj. Drengen er ked af det.
Hvad tager tyven?
The thief takes the boy's toy.
The thief takes the boy's toy.
This sentence introduces the word 'forbryder' in a simple structure.
This sentence shows the action a 'forbryder' performs.
This sentence puts 'forbryder' in a common context.
Hvem ville politiet fange?
Politiet fanger forbrydere, altså folk der har begået en forbrydelse.
Hvilket ord beskriver en person, der laver noget ulovligt?
En 'forbryder' er en person, der begår en forbrydelse, hvilket er ulovligt.
Hvis nogen stjæler, hvad er de så?
At stjæle er en forbrydelse, så den person, der stjæler, er en forbryder.
En person, der hjælper andre, er en forbryder.
En forbryder er en person, der begår en forbrydelse, ikke en der hjælper andre.
Hvis man bryder loven, kan man blive kaldt en forbryder.
Ja, en forbryder er en person, der har brudt loven ved at begå en forbrydelse.
En forbryder er altid en farlig person.
Selvom en forbryder har begået en forbrydelse, betyder det ikke automatisk, at de er farlige i alle situationer.
The police caught the criminal.
A criminal escaped from prison.
Who is the criminal in this case?
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Forbryderen blev idømt en lang straf.
Focus: Forbryderen
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Er du sikker på, at han er forbryderen?
Focus: sikker på
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De leder efter en farlig forbryder.
Focus: farlig
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Imagine you are a journalist reporting on a local theft. Describe the 'forbryder' based on witness accounts. What did they do? What consequences might they face? Write at least three sentences in Danish.
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Vidner beskrev forbryderen som høj og tynd. Han stjal en taske fra en butik. Politiet leder nu efter forbryderen.
Write three Danish sentences explaining why someone might become a 'forbryder'.
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Nogle gange bliver folk forbrydere på grund af fattigdom. Andre gange handler det om dårlige valg. Det kan også være et resultat af desperate situationer.
Describe a fictional 'forbryder' from a book or movie. What kind of crime did they commit? Use at least three Danish sentences.
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I en krimi jeg læste, var forbryderen en snedig tyv. Han stjal dyre smykker fra museer. Forbryderen blev aldrig fanget.
Hvad gjorde forbryderen?
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En ung mand blev set forlade banken hurtigt. Han havde en stor taske med sig. Senere fandt politiet ud af, at han var en forbryder, der havde røvet banken.
Hvad gjorde forbryderen?
Passagen siger, at politiet fandt ud af, at han var en forbryder, der havde røvet banken.
Passagen siger, at politiet fandt ud af, at han var en forbryder, der havde røvet banken.
Hvilke årsager kan ligge bag en forbryders handlinger ifølge teksten?
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Det er vigtigt at forstå, hvorfor en forbryder handler, som de gør. Ofte er der komplekse årsager bag deres handlinger, som fattigdom eller social eksklusion.
Hvilke årsager kan ligge bag en forbryders handlinger ifølge teksten?
Teksten nævner 'fattigdom eller social eksklusion' som komplekse årsager.
Teksten nævner 'fattigdom eller social eksklusion' som komplekse årsager.
Hvad er politiet i gang med?
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Politiet efterlyser en forbryder, der forsvandt efter et indbrud i et hus i går. De beder offentligheden om hjælp til at finde ham.
Hvad er politiet i gang med?
Passagen siger, at politiet 'efterlyser en forbryder' og 'beder offentligheden om hjælp til at finde ham'.
Passagen siger, at politiet 'efterlyser en forbryder' og 'beder offentligheden om hjælp til at finde ham'.
This sentence means 'A criminal was caught.' The subject 'En forbryder' comes first, followed by the verb 'blev fanget'.
This sentence means 'The police are chasing the criminal.' 'Politiet' is the subject, 'jager' is the verb, and 'forbryderen' is the object.
This sentence means 'A criminal escaped from prison.' The subject 'En forbryder' comes first, followed by the verb 'flygtede' and the prepositional phrase 'fra fængslet'.
Listen for the word meaning 'criminal' in a sentence about a police search.
This sentence talks about how difficult it can be to catch a certain type of 'criminal'.
Pay attention to the word referring to the person who received a long prison sentence.
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Forbryderen blev fanget efter en lang jagt.
Focus: for-bry-de-ren
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Hvad skete der med forbryderen?
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Jeg håber, forbryderen snart bliver fundet.
Focus: hå-ber, snart bli-ver fun-det
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This sentence describes a criminal being caught yesterday. The word order follows standard Danish sentence structure: Subject (En forbryder) + Verb (blev fanget) + Adverbial (i går).
This sentence means 'The police looked for a criminal for several days'. The direct object 'en forbryder' comes after the verb and preposition 'ledte efter'.
This sentence translates to 'The judge sentenced the criminal to prison'. The definite form 'forbryderen' is the direct object of 'dømte'.
Efter afhøringen indrømmede ____ sin skyld i tyveriet.
The context implies someone admitting guilt for a theft, making 'forbryderen' (the criminal) the most fitting choice.
Myndighederne har udsendt en landsdækkende arrestordre på den eftersøgte ____.
An arrest warrant is issued for a 'forbryder' (criminal), not a citizen, reporter, or politician in this context.
En erfaren detektiv var fast besluttet på at fange den undvigende ____.
A detective's job is to catch a 'forbryder' (criminal), especially an elusive one.
Med nye spor håber politiet at kunne identificere ____ inden længe.
Police use clues to identify the 'forbryderen' (criminal).
Det lokale samfund var rystet over den alvorlige forbrydelse begået af ____.
A serious crime is committed by a 'forbryderen' (criminal).
Retssagen mod den formodede ____ forventes at vare flere uger.
A trial is held against a presumed 'forbryder' (criminal).
This sentence describes a criminal being caught after a long chase. 'En forbryder' is the subject, 'blev fanget' is the passive verb, and 'efter lang jagt' describes when.
This sentence explains how the police identified the criminal. 'Politiet' is the subject, 'identificerede' is the verb, and 'den ukendte forbryder' is the object, with 'gennem DNA' as the means.
This sentence expresses the need for justice for the victim and punishment for the criminal. 'Retfærdighed skal ske' is the main clause, and 'forbryderen straffes' is a parallel clause.
The police are looking for the criminal who escaped prison yesterday.
The trial against the alleged criminal begins next week.
Society has a duty to rehabilitate criminals.
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Hvilke tiltag kan tages for at forebygge, at unge mennesker bliver forbrydere?
Focus: forebygge
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Diskuter, hvordan mediernes fremstilling af forbrydere kan påvirke den offentlige mening.
Focus: fremstilling
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Beskriv de etiske dilemmaer ved at give tidligere forbrydere en ny chance i samfundet.
Focus: dilemmaer
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Write a short paragraph (3-4 sentences) about a fictional scenario where a 'forbryder' is apprehended by the police. Focus on describing the immediate aftermath and the initial thoughts of the arresting officer.
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Efter en lang jagt blev forbryderen endelig anholdt i en mørk gyde. Politibetjenten, med åndenød, tænkte på de mange timer, der var brugt på efterforskningen. Nu begyndte et nyt kapitel i sagen, hvor retfærdigheden skulle ske fyldest.
Imagine you are a legal expert. Write a brief explanation (2-3 sentences) on the distinction between a 'forbryder' and someone who commits a minor offense (en 'lovovertræder').
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En 'forbryder' henviser til en person, der har begået en alvorlig handling klassificeret under straffeloven, hvilket ofte medfører en strengere straf. I modsætning hertil er en 'lovovertræder' en, der har brudt en lov, der er mindre alvorlig og typisk fører til bøder eller mindre sanktioner.
Describe a hypothetical situation where a 'forbryder' attempts to escape justice, and what challenges they might face. (3-4 sentences)
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Forbryderen forsøgte desperat at undslippe retfærdigheden ved at skifte identitet og flygte til udlandet. Dog stødte han på store udfordringer med sprogbarrierer og manglende netværk. Frygten for at blive opdaget var en konstant skygge over hans nye tilværelse.
Hvad er en primær årsag til stigningen i antallet af dømte forbrydere for økonomisk kriminalitet?
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I en ny rapport fra Justitsministeriet fremgår det, at antallet af dømte forbrydere for økonomisk kriminalitet er steget markant i løbet af de seneste fem år. Dette skyldes primært en øget fokus på hvidvask og svindel i erhvervslivet. Eksperter peger på, at den digitale udvikling har skabt nye muligheder for forbrydere til at operere globalt, hvilket vanskeliggør efterforskningen for politiet og anklagemyndigheden. Rapporten understreger behovet for internationalt samarbejde for effektivt at bekæmpe denne form for kriminalitet.
Hvad er en primær årsag til stigningen i antallet af dømte forbrydere for økonomisk kriminalitet?
Passagen nævner direkte, at stigningen skyldes en øget fokus på hvidvask og svindel i erhvervslivet.
Passagen nævner direkte, at stigningen skyldes en øget fokus på hvidvask og svindel i erhvervslivet.
Hvordan blev forbryderen fanget?
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En berygtet forbryder, der i årevis havde undgået myndighederne, blev i går aftes fanget under et dristigt forsøg på at krydse grænsen. Han var kendt for sin evne til at forsvinde sporløst efter hver forbrydelse, men denne gang var heldet løbet ud. Politiet havde modtaget et anonymt tip, som førte dem direkte til hans skjulested. Anholdelsen markerer afslutningen på en lang og vanskelig efterforskning.
Hvordan blev forbryderen fanget?
Passagen angiver tydeligt, at politiet modtog et anonymt tip, som førte til anholdelsen.
Passagen angiver tydeligt, at politiet modtog et anonymt tip, som førte til anholdelsen.
Hvilken reaktion fremkaldte sagen i offentligheden?
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I retssalen blev forbryderen konfronteret med en overvældende mængde beviser, herunder DNA-spor og vidneudsagn. På trods af hans vedholdende benægtelse af anklagerne, fandt nævningetinget ham skyldig på alle punkter. Dommeren understregede alvoren af hans handlinger og dømte ham til en lang fængselsstraf. Sagen har vakt stor debat i offentligheden om strafferammen for lignende forbrydelser.
Hvilken reaktion fremkaldte sagen i offentligheden?
Passagen nævner, at sagen har vakt stor debat i offentligheden om strafferammen for lignende forbrydelser.
Passagen nævner, at sagen har vakt stor debat i offentligheden om strafferammen for lignende forbrydelser.
This sentence structure (subject + verb + adverb + prepositional phrase) is typical in Danish. 'Fælde' means to convict or trap. 'Overvældende beviser' refers to overwhelming evidence.
Here, 'samfundet' (society) is the subject, 'skal beskyttes' (must be protected) is the verb phrase, and 'mod forbryderens gentagende handlinger' (against the criminal's repeated actions) is the prepositional phrase.
The core of the sentence is 'Målet er rehabilitering' (The goal is rehabilitation). The additional phrase 'af forbryderen uden at søge hævn' (of the criminal without seeking revenge) modifies 'rehabilitering'.
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Masculine or Feminine?
In Danish, 'forbryder' is a common gender noun. This means it takes the indefinite article 'en' (en forbryder) and the definite article 'den' (den forbryder). Don't confuse it with neuter nouns which take 'et'.
Plural Form
The plural of 'forbryder' is 'forbrydere'. Notice the addition of '-e' at the end. For example, 'en forbryder' (a criminal) becomes 'flere forbrydere' (several criminals).
Pronunciation Practice
The 'o' in 'forbryder' sounds like the 'o' in 'bore'. The 'y' is a tricky one; it's similar to the 'u' in 'lunar' but with rounded lips. Practice saying it aloud: 'for-broo-der' (approximately, for English speakers).
Not just 'bad guy'
While 'forbryder' means a criminal, it's more specific than simply 'bad guy'. It implies someone who has committed a serious crime, not just someone who is generally mischievous.
संबंधित सामग्री
law के और शब्द
indgå
B1To enter into an agreement or contract.
kontrakt
B1A written or spoken agreement.
lovlig
B1Allowed by the law.
overenskomst
B2A formal agreement or settlement
overskride
B1To go beyond a limit.
færdselslov
B1Traffic law
forbud
B1An official order against something
forbrydelse
B1An act punishable by law.
forskelsbehandling
C1discrimination or differential treatment
anfægte
C1to challenge, dispute, or call into question
