C1 verb Formal to semi-formal. It is less common in very casual spoken language.

forringe

/fɔˈrɪŋə/

예시

1

Høye priser kan forringe verdien av et produkt.

High prices can diminish the value of a product.

2

Kritikken syntes å forringe hans selvtillit.

The criticism seemed to degrade his self-confidence.

3

Man bør ikke forringe andres arbeid.

One should not degrade the work of others.

4

Manglende vedlikehold vil forringe bygningens tilstand.

Lack of maintenance will diminish the building's condition.

5

Sykdommen kan forringe livskvaliteten.

The illness can diminish the quality of life.

자주 쓰는 조합

forringe verdien (diminish the value)
forringe kvaliteten (degrade the quality)
forringe omdømmet (damage the reputation)

사용법

사용 참고사항

Often used in formal or slightly academic contexts. It describes a process of decline rather than a sudden destruction. It can be applied to moral, ethical, physical, or abstract concepts.

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어원

From Old Norse *forringja*, meaning 'to make less, to diminish'. Composed of 'for-' (a prefix indicating undoing or worsening) and 'ringe' (meaning 'small, insignificant').

문화적 맥락

The concept of 'forringe' resonates in Norwegian culture's emphasis on quality, maintenance, and long-term value, whether it's related to nature, craftsmanship, or social interactions.

암기 팁

Imagine a 'ring' that gets 'forged' poorly, thereby 'diminishing' its value. Or, think of 'for-range' – if something goes beyond its ideal range, its quality might degrade.

자주 묻는 질문

3 질문
'Forringe' can be considered a moderately strong word. It implies a noticeable reduction in quality, value, or status, often with negative connotations.
Yes, 'forringe' is versatile. It can be used for physical objects (e.g., a building's condition) as well as abstract concepts (e.g., self-confidence, quality of life).
'Forringe' means to degrade or diminish, suggesting a reduction in quality or value. 'Ødelegge' means to destroy or ruin completely. While 'forringe' implies damage, 'ødelegge' implies total destruction.
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