When something is drastisk, it means it has a very big and strong effect. Think of a quick and major change. For example, if prices go up a lot, that's a drastisk change. It's used for changes that are sudden and have a large impact on a situation.
When something is drastisk in Danish, it means it's likely to have a big or significant impact. Think of it like a drastic change or a drastic measure. It's often used when talking about actions or situations that bring about substantial effects, either positive or negative. For example, if a company makes a 'drastisk beslutning,' it's a decision with major consequences.
When we say a word is CEFR C1, it means it's considered advanced. This isn't a word you'd learn right away as a beginner.
You'd typically encounter 'drastisk' when reading more complex texts, watching Danish news, or having deeper conversations.
It implies a higher level of vocabulary and a good understanding of nuance in Danish. Using C1 words correctly shows a strong command of the language.
When something is drastisk, it means it's extreme or very significant, often in a way that suggests a sudden or forceful change.
Think of it as a strong measure taken to achieve a particular outcome, usually because less impactful actions wouldn't be enough.
For instance, a drastisk change in policy implies a major shift, not just a minor adjustment.
It's a word that conveys a sense of seriousness and considerable effect, often used when discussing important decisions or consequences.
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§ What 'drastisk' means and when to use it
Alright, let's get into the Danish word 'drastisk'. This isn't a word you'll use every single day, but it's important to know because it describes situations where things change a lot, and often quickly. Think of it like this: if you want to say something has a big, strong, or very noticeable effect, 'drastisk' is often the word you're looking for.
- DEFINITION
- Likely to have a strong or far-reaching effect. Think 'drastic' in English – it's a direct cognate and means pretty much the same thing.
You'll hear 'drastisk' used when people are talking about significant changes, often in a negative or serious context, but not always. It implies a change that is beyond normal or expected. For example, if a company makes a huge cut in its spending, that's a 'drastisk' change. If someone's health suddenly gets much worse, that's also 'drastisk'.
Regeringen implementerede drastiske besparelser. (The government implemented drastic cuts.)
As an adjective, 'drastisk' will agree in gender and number with the noun it modifies. However, in its most common usage, you'll often see it as 'drastiske' because it frequently describes plural nouns or is used in its common plural/definite form. Pay attention to that 'e' at the end – it's important!
Hun måtte tage drastiske skridt for at redde virksomheden. (She had to take drastic steps to save the company.)
Think of it this way: if a situation requires big, bold actions, those actions are 'drastiske'. If the outcome of something is a very large change, that outcome is 'drastisk'. It's about impact and scale. It's not just a 'small' or 'minor' change; it's a 'big' one that makes a significant difference.
You'll also hear it in discussions about environmental issues, economic policies, or even personal life changes. For instance, if someone decides to completely change their lifestyle, they might describe it as a 'drastisk' ændring (drastic change).
Vejret har gennemgået drastiske forandringer. (The weather has undergone drastic changes.)
So, when you want to emphasize the significant nature of a change or an action, reach for 'drastisk'. It conveys a strong sense of impact, often implying that something is far from ordinary. It's a powerful word, and using it correctly shows a good understanding of Danish nuance.
§ Mistakes people make with 'drastisk'
Even at C1 level, learners often make small, but noticeable, mistakes when using words like 'drastisk'. This isn't about grammatical errors, but about using the word in contexts where it doesn't quite fit or where a more natural Danish word would be preferred. Let's look at some common pitfalls.
§ Overusing 'drastisk' for any big change
One common mistake is to use 'drastisk' for any significant change, even if it's not necessarily negative or extreme in its impact. While 'drastisk' can sometimes be used positively, its core meaning often implies a change that is severe, sudden, or has significant, often challenging, consequences. Think of it as a strong word. If the change is simply 'large' or 'significant' but without that sharp edge, other Danish words might be more appropriate.
For example, if a company has a big increase in profits, you wouldn't typically call it a 'drastisk' increase unless it came about through very extreme measures or had incredibly disruptive effects. A simple 'stor stigning' (big increase) or 'betydelig forbedring' (significant improvement) would likely be better.
❌ Virksomheden havde en drastisk stigning i salget sidste år. (The company had a drastic increase in sales last year.)
✅ Virksomheden havde en stor stigning i salget sidste år. (The company had a big increase in sales last year.)
§ Using 'drastisk' with trivial matters
Another common error is to apply 'drastisk' to situations that don't warrant such a strong word. 'Drastisk' suggests a serious impact, so using it for minor inconveniences or everyday events can sound unnatural or even humorous to a native speaker. Reserve 'drastisk' for situations with genuinely significant and often challenging implications.
For instance, if your coffee machine breaks, it's an inconvenience, but hardly a 'drastisk' event. You wouldn't say your morning routine underwent a 'drastisk ændring' (drastic change) unless the lack of coffee somehow led to a cascade of truly severe consequences.
❌ Min kaffemaskine gik i stykker, hvilket var en drastisk ændring i min morgenrutine. (My coffee machine broke, which was a drastic change in my morning routine.)
✅ Min kaffemaskine gik i stykker, hvilket var en irriterende ændring i min morgenrutine. (My coffee machine broke, which was an annoying change in my morning routine.)
§ Confusing 'drastisk' with 'pludselig' (sudden)
While a drastic change can often be sudden, 'drastisk' doesn't inherently mean 'sudden'. A change can be drastic without being sudden, and a sudden change isn't always drastic. 'Drastisk' focuses on the impact and severity, not the speed. This is a subtle but important distinction.
- DEFINITION
- pludselig: happening or done quickly and unexpectedly.
A company might implement a 'drastisk' new policy over several months of planning, meaning the change is severe in its effects, but not sudden. Conversely, a 'pludselig' rain shower is sudden but not usually 'drastisk' in its broader implications (unless it causes severe flooding, then it might be both!).
❌ Der kom en drastisk regnbyge. (There was a drastic rain shower.)
✅ Der kom en pludselig regnbyge. (There was a sudden rain shower.)
By being mindful of these distinctions, you'll use 'drastisk' more accurately and sound more natural when speaking Danish. Always ask yourself: Is the change truly severe in its impact? Is it more than just 'big' or 'sudden'?
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Examples by Level
Regeringen indførte drastiske ændringer i skattesystemet.
The government introduced drastic changes to the tax system.
Virksomheden måtte træffe drastiske beslutninger for at overleve.
The company had to make drastic decisions to survive.
Der er sket en drastisk stigning i priserne på fødevarer.
There has been a drastic increase in food prices.
Løsningen kræver drastiske midler.
The solution requires drastic measures.
Vejret har skiftet drastisk de seneste dage.
The weather has changed drastically in recent days.
Han tog en drastisk beslutning om at flytte til udlandet.
He made a drastic decision to move abroad.
Byen har oplevet en drastisk nedgang i befolkningstallet.
The city has experienced a drastic decline in population.
For at tabe sig måtte hun foretage drastiske ændringer i sin kost.
To lose weight, she had to make drastic changes to her diet.
Regeringen indførte drastiske ændringer i sundhedssystemet.
The government introduced drastic changes to the healthcare system.
drastiske is the plural form of drastisk.
Virksomheden var nødt til at tage drastiske skridt for at undgå konkurs.
The company had to take drastic steps to avoid bankruptcy.
drastiske is the plural form of drastisk.
Klimaforandringerne kræver drastiske handlinger fra alle lande.
Climate change requires drastic actions from all countries.
drastiske is the plural form of drastisk.
En drastisk stigning i priserne på boliger har gjort det svært for mange at købe hus.
A drastic increase in housing prices has made it difficult for many to buy a house.
drastisk here modifies a singular, common gender noun (stigning).
Lægen anbefalede en drastisk ændring i patientens livsstil.
The doctor recommended a drastic change in the patient's lifestyle.
drastisk here modifies a singular, common gender noun (ændring).
Situationen kræver drastiske foranstaltninger for at forhindre yderligere spredning af sygdommen.
The situation requires drastic measures to prevent further spread of the disease.
drastiske is the plural form of drastisk.
Den nye leder gennemførte en drastisk omstrukturering af afdelingen.
The new leader implemented a drastic restructuring of the department.
drastisk here modifies a singular, common gender noun (omstrukturering).
Han tog en drastisk beslutning om at flytte til udlandet for at starte et nyt liv.
He made a drastic decision to move abroad to start a new life.
drastisk here modifies a singular, common gender noun (beslutning).
Regeringen indførte drastiske foranstaltninger for at bremse smittespredningen.
The government introduced drastic measures to curb the spread of infection.
Here, 'drastiske' modifies 'foranstaltninger' (measures), indicating severe or far-reaching actions.
Hans holdning til situationen undergik en drastisk ændring efter mødet.
His stance on the situation underwent a drastic change after the meeting.
'Drastisk' modifies 'ændring' (change), emphasizing a significant and sudden shift.
Vi er nødt til at træffe drastiske beslutninger for at redde virksomheden fra konkurs.
We need to make drastic decisions to save the company from bankruptcy.
'Drastiske' modifies 'beslutninger' (decisions), highlighting the urgent and impactful nature of the choices.
Vandstanden faldt drastisk som følge af den langvarige tørkeperiode.
The water level fell drastically as a result of the prolonged drought period.
Here, 'drastisk' functions as an adverb, modifying the verb 'faldt' (fell), describing the extent of the decrease.
Hvis vi ikke handler nu, vil konsekvenserne være drastiske for fremtidige generationer.
If we don't act now, the consequences will be drastic for future generations.
'Drastiske' is used predicatively with 'vil være' (will be), describing the nature of the 'konsekvenser' (consequences).
Den nye lov har haft en drastisk indvirkning på den lokale økonomi.
The new law has had a drastic impact on the local economy.
'Drastisk' modifies 'indvirkning' (impact), indicating a profound and significant effect.
Temperaturen faldt drastisk natten over, hvilket resulterede i et pludseligt snefald.
The temperature dropped drastically overnight, resulting in a sudden snowfall.
Similar to example 4, 'drastisk' modifies the verb 'faldt' (dropped), emphasizing the speed and magnitude of the temperature change.
De foreslåede ændringer i budgettet er drastiske og vil påvirke alle afdelinger.
The proposed changes to the budget are drastic and will affect all departments.
'Drastiske' is used predicatively with 'er' (are), describing the 'ændringer' (changes) as significant and far-reaching.
Common Collocations
Common Phrases
Situationen kræver drastiske handlinger.
The situation demands drastic actions.
Der var en drastisk ændring i vejret.
There was a drastic change in the weather.
Virksomheden måtte foretage drastiske besparelser.
The company had to make drastic savings.
De besluttede at tage drastiske skridt.
They decided to take drastic steps.
Det førte til en drastisk forbedring af resultaterne.
It led to a drastic improvement in results.
Prisen faldt drastisk.
The price fell drastically.
Uden drastiske ændringer vil det ikke lykkes.
Without drastic changes, it won't succeed.
Det er en drastisk løsning på problemet.
It's a drastic solution to the problem.
Regeringen overvejer drastiske foranstaltninger.
The government is considering drastic measures.
Der skal drastiske midler til.
Drastic measures are needed.
Idioms & Expressions
"gå drastisk til værks"
To take drastic measures or to act drastically.
Hvis situationen ikke forbedres, er vi nødt til at gå drastisk til værks. (If the situation doesn't improve, we will have to take drastic measures.)
neutral"drastiske ændringer"
Drastic changes.
Vi har set drastiske ændringer i klimaet over de seneste årtier. (We have seen drastic changes in the climate over the past decades.)
neutral"en drastisk beslutning"
A drastic decision.
Det var en drastisk beslutning, men nødvendig for at redde virksomheden. (It was a drastic decision, but necessary to save the company.)
neutral"drastisk fald"
Drastic fall/decline.
Der var et drastisk fald i salget efter den nye konkurrent kom ind på markedet. (There was a drastic fall in sales after the new competitor entered the market.)
neutral"drastisk stigning"
Drastic increase/rise.
Vi har oplevet en drastisk stigning i omkostningerne. (We have experienced a drastic increase in costs.)
neutral"drastisk reduktion"
Drastic reduction.
Regeringen har annonceret en drastisk reduktion i udgifterne. (The government has announced a drastic reduction in expenses.)
neutral"drastiske skridt"
Drastic steps.
Vi er nødt til at tage drastiske skridt for at løse problemet. (We need to take drastic steps to solve the problem.)
neutral"en drastisk foranstaltning"
A drastic measure/provision.
Lukningen af butikken var en drastisk foranstaltning. (The closing of the store was a drastic measure.)
neutral"drastisk anderledes"
Drastically different.
Situationen er drastisk anderledes i dag end for ti år siden. (The situation is drastically different today than ten years ago.)
neutral"at handle drastisk"
To act drastically.
Nogle gange er man nødt til at handle drastisk for at skabe forandring. (Sometimes one has to act drastically to create change.)
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Nouns
How to Use It
Dratisk is an adjective that describes something that has a strong or far-reaching effect, often implying a significant change or impact. It's commonly used in contexts where there's a substantial alteration or development.
Here are some examples:
- "Regeringen indførte drastiske nye regler for at bekæmpe inflationen." (The government introduced drastic new rules to combat inflation.)
- "Virksomheden måtte tage drastiske skridt for at undgå konkurs." (The company had to take drastic steps to avoid bankruptcy.)
- "Vejret skiftede drastisk i løbet af natten." (The weather changed drastically during the night.)
A common mistake is to overuse drastisk in situations where a less impactful adjective would be more appropriate. For instance, if something is just 'very different' or 'significant' but not necessarily 'strong and far-reaching', a different word might be better.
Incorrect usage example:
"Han ændrede sin mening drastisk efter at have talt med hende." (He changed his mind drastically after talking to her.)
While not entirely wrong, 'drastisk' here might imply a more extreme shift than intended. Words like 'markant' (markedly) or 'meget' (very) might be more fitting depending on the degree of change.
Corrected:
"Han ændrede sin mening markant efter at have talt med hende." (He changed his mind markedly after talking to her.)
Tips
Think 'drastic'
The Danish word 'drastisk' is a direct cognate of the English word 'drastic'. This makes it very easy to remember.
Adjective ending
Like many Danish adjectives, 'drastisk' ends in -isk. This is a common pattern for adjectives borrowed from other languages.
Common usage
'Drastisk' is often used when talking about changes, measures, or reductions. Think of situations where something has a significant impact.
Positive or negative
While 'drastic' in English can sometimes imply a negative connotation, 'drastisk' in Danish can be neutral or even positive depending on context. It simply means 'significant' or 'far-reaching'.
Example: Drastic change
En drastisk ændring. (A drastic change.) This is a very common phrase.
Example: Drastic measures
De tog drastiske foranstaltninger. (They took drastic measures.) Note the plural ending -e.
Example: Drastic reduction
Vi så en drastisk reduktion. (We saw a drastic reduction.)
Inflection reminder
Remember that adjectives in Danish inflect. 'Drastisk' will become 'drastiske' in plural and definite forms (e.g., 'de drastiske ændringer' - the drastic changes).
Listen for it
Pay attention to news reports or discussions about policy changes. You will frequently hear 'drastisk' used when describing significant shifts or strong actions. It's a key word for understanding serious topics.
Often in formal contexts
'Drastisk' is a word you'll typically encounter in more formal or serious discussions, rather than casual conversation. It adds a sense of weight or importance to what is being discussed.
Test Yourself 96 questions
Jeg har en ___.
This sentence means 'I have a cat.' 'Kat' is the correct Danish word for cat.
Hun spiser en ___.
This sentence means 'She eats an apple.' 'Æble' is the correct Danish word for apple.
De drikker ___.
This sentence means 'They drink water.' 'Vand' is the correct Danish word for water.
Vi bor i et ___.
This sentence means 'We live in a house.' 'Hus' is the correct Danish word for house.
Han læser en ___.
This sentence means 'He reads a book.' 'Bog' is the correct Danish word for book.
Jeg kan godt lide at ___.
This sentence means 'I like to run.' 'Løbe' is the correct Danish word for run.
Hvilket ord betyder 'hund'?
'Hund' er det danske ord for 'dog'.
Hvilken farve er 'rød'?
'Rød' er den danske farve for 'red'.
Hvad siger man, når man møder nogen?
'Hej' betyder 'Hi' eller 'Hello' på dansk.
Er 'ja' det samme som 'yes'?
'Ja' er det danske ord for 'yes'.
Betyder 'vand' 'water'?
'Vand' er det danske ord for 'water'.
Er 'kat' en grøntsag?
'Kat' er et dyr, ikke en grøntsag. Det betyder 'cat'.
apple
water
book
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Write a short sentence about something you see every day. Use simple words.
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Jeg ser et træ. (I see a tree.)
Write your name and where you are from in Danish.
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Jeg hedder [Dit navn]. Jeg er fra [Dit land]. (My name is [Your name]. I am from [Your country].)
Write three Danish words you know.
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Hej, tak, ja. (Hello, thank you, yes.)
Hvad har jeg?
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Jeg har en kat. Katten er lille. Den sover meget.
Hvad har jeg?
The passage says 'Jeg har en kat' (I have a cat).
The passage says 'Jeg har en kat' (I have a cat).
Hvad drikker han?
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Han drikker vand. Vandet er koldt. Han er tørstig.
Hvad drikker han?
The passage states 'Han drikker vand' (He drinks water).
The passage states 'Han drikker vand' (He drinks water).
Hvilken farve har æblet?
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Pigen spiser et æble. Æblet er rødt. Det er sødt.
Hvilken farve har æblet?
The passage says 'Æblet er rødt' (The apple is red).
The passage says 'Æblet er rødt' (The apple is red).
Vejret er ___ i dag.
The weather is 'dejligt' (nice) today. 'Drastisk' is C1 and implies a strong, far-reaching effect, not typical for describing daily weather at A2.
Jeg spiser en ___ is.
I am eating a 'stor' (big) ice cream. 'Drastisk' doesn't fit here.
Hun bor i et ___ hus.
She lives in a 'nyt' (new) house. 'Drastisk' is not used for describing a house.
Vi ser en ___ film.
We are watching a 'sjov' (funny) movie. 'Drastisk' is too strong and doesn't fit the context at A2.
Han drikker en kop ___ kaffe.
He drinks a cup of 'varm' (hot) coffee. 'Drastisk' is not an appropriate descriptor for coffee.
Bogen er meget ___.
The book is very 'interessant' (interesting). 'Drastisk' does not describe a book at A2.
Vælg det ord, der bedst passer til sætningen: 'Vejret har ændret sig _____ i dag.'
'Drastisk' passer bedst, da det indikerer en stor og pludselig ændring, som ofte ses med vejret. (The weather has changed drastically today.)
Hvilken sætning bruger 'drastisk' korrekt?
'Drastisk' bruges til at beskrive en betydelig eller pludselig ændring, som i dette tilfælde med temperaturen. (The temperature fell drastically overnight.)
Vælg den sætning, hvor 'drastisk' har den mest passende betydning.
'Drastisk' passer bedst, når man taler om en stor og mærkbar ændring, som en prisstigning. (Prices have risen drastically this year.)
Sætningen 'Han tog en drastisk beslutning' betyder, at beslutningen var en lille ændring.
'Drastisk' betyder en stor eller markant ændring. En drastisk beslutning er derfor ikke en lille ændring. (He made a drastic decision means the decision was a small change.)
Hvis noget ændrer sig drastisk, betyder det, at det ændrer sig meget og hurtigt.
'Drastisk' refererer til en stærk eller vidtrækkende effekt, ofte hurtigt eller pludseligt. (If something changes drastically, it means it changes a lot and quickly.)
Man kan bruge 'drastisk' til at beskrive farven på en bil.
'Drastisk' bruges til at beskrive ændringer eller effekter, ikke farver. (You can use 'drastisk' to describe the color of a car.)
What do I like?
What am I asking for?
What kind of day is it?
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Jeg hedder...
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Vælg det ord, der bedst passer til 'drastisk' i denne sætning: Regeringen annoncerede ___ ændringer i skattesystemet.
'Radikale' betyder store og vidtgående ændringer, ligesom 'drastisk'.
Hvilket ord er et synonym for 'drastisk' i forbindelse med en løsning?
'Ekstrem' betyder, at en løsning er meget stærk eller vidtgående, hvilket er tæt på 'drastisk'.
Hvilken af disse situationer kræver sandsynligvis en 'drastisk' handling?
Et alvorligt fald i økonomien vil kræve store og vidtgående handlinger, altså 'drastiske' handlinger.
At gøre noget 'drastisk' betyder altid, at det er en negativ ting.
'Drastisk' betyder, at noget har en stærk effekt, hvilket kan være både positivt og negativt afhængigt af konteksten.
Hvis man ændrer noget 'drastisk', er ændringerne sandsynligvis små og ubetydelige.
En 'drastisk' ændring er en stor og betydningsfuld ændring, ikke en lille og ubetydelig.
En 'drastisk' prisstigning vil have en stor indflydelse på folks økonomi.
En 'drastisk' prisstigning vil have en stærk og vidtgående effekt på folks økonomi.
Imagine you need to make a big change in your daily routine. Describe one drastic change you could make and why it would be beneficial. (Write 2-3 sentences in Danish)
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Jeg kunne foretage en drastisk ændring ved at stå op kl. 5 hver dag. Det ville give mig mere tid til motion og morgenmad, hvilket ville være en stor fordel for mit helbred.
Think about something in your city or town that needs a drastic improvement. What would you change? (Write 2-3 sentences in Danish)
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Vores by har brug for en drastisk forbedring af den offentlige transport. Jeg ville tilføje flere busruter og gøre billetterne billigere for at opmuntre folk til at køre mindre i bil.
Describe a situation where a 'drastic' measure was necessary to solve a problem. (Write 2-3 sentences in Danish)
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Da min computer frøs, var jeg nødt til at tage en drastisk foranstaltning. Jeg slukkede den helt og genstartede den, hvilket løste problemet med det samme.
Hvad handler passagen primært om?
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Klimaforandringerne kræver drastiske handlinger. Regeringen diskuterer nye love for at reducere CO2-udledningen. Mange borgere er enige i, at noget skal gøres hurtigt.
Hvad handler passagen primært om?
Passagen nævner, at klimaforandringerne kræver drastiske handlinger, og at regeringen diskuterer nye love for at reducere CO2-udledningen.
Passagen nævner, at klimaforandringerne kræver drastiske handlinger, og at regeringen diskuterer nye love for at reducere CO2-udledningen.
Hvorfor lukkede ledelsen en afdeling?
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Efter at virksomheden mistede mange kunder, var ledelsen nødt til at tage en drastisk beslutning. De lukkede en hel afdeling for at spare penge. Det var en svær, men nødvendig, handling.
Hvorfor lukkede ledelsen en afdeling?
Teksten siger, at virksomheden 'mistede mange kunder' og 'lukkede en hel afdeling for at spare penge'.
Teksten siger, at virksomheden 'mistede mange kunder' og 'lukkede en hel afdeling for at spare penge'.
Hvad var den drastiske ændring i kosten?
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Lægen anbefalede en drastisk ændring i patientens kost. Ingen sukker, ingen fedt, kun grøntsager og magert kød. Patienten håbede, det ville forbedre helbredet hurtigt.
Hvad var den drastiske ændring i kosten?
Passagen beskriver den drastiske ændring som 'ingen sukker, ingen fedt, kun grøntsager og magert kød'.
Passagen beskriver den drastiske ændring som 'ingen sukker, ingen fedt, kun grøntsager og magert kød'.
The sentence means: 'It will drastically change the situation.' The adverb 'drastisk' typically comes before the verb it modifies.
The sentence means: 'We need to make drastic changes.' 'Drastiske' is an adjective here, modifying 'ændringer' (changes).
The sentence means: 'The number of customers fell drastically.' 'Drastisk' acts as an adverb, describing how the number fell.
Regeringen indførte en ___ ændring i skattesystemet. (The government introduced a ___ change in the tax system.)
The context implies a significant change, making 'drastisk' (drastic) the most appropriate choice.
Efter katastrofen var der brug for ___ foranstaltninger. (After the disaster, ___ measures were needed.)
A disaster usually requires strong, far-reaching actions, so 'drastiske' (drastic) fits best.
Han besluttede at tage en ___ beslutning for at redde virksomheden. (He decided to make a ___ decision to save the company.)
Saving a struggling company often requires a strong, impactful decision. 'Drastisk' (drastic) conveys this meaning.
Vejret har gennemgået en ___ forandring i de seneste år. (The weather has undergone a ___ change in recent years.)
'Drastisk' (drastic) describes a significant and far-reaching change, which is fitting for a notable shift in weather patterns.
For at tabe sig måtte hun foretage nogle ___ ændringer i sin kost. (To lose weight, she had to make some ___ changes to her diet.)
Significant weight loss often requires strong, far-reaching dietary changes. 'Drastiske' (drastic) is appropriate here.
Firmaet måtte ty til ___ nedskæringer i budgettet. (The company had to resort to ___ cuts in the budget.)
When a company 'resorts to' cuts, it suggests they are strong and far-reaching. 'Drastiske' (drastic) fits this context.
What kind of decision did he make?
What did the company implement?
What were the consequences like?
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Priserne faldt drastisk efter den nye lov.
Focus: drastisk
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Vi er nødt til at tage drastiske skridt for at løse problemet.
Focus: drastiske skridt
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Hun oplevede en drastisk forbedring i sit helbred.
Focus: drastisk forbedring
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Describe a situation where a 'drastic' change was necessary. Use the word 'drastisk' in your response. Write at least two sentences.
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Efter den dårlige høst måtte landmanden træffe en drastisk beslutning om at ændre afgrøder. Det var en drastisk, men nødvendig, foranstaltning for at sikre fremtidig indkomst.
Imagine a company facing financial difficulties. What 'drastic' measures might they consider to save the business? Use 'drastisk' at least once.
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Virksomheden måtte overveje drastiske besparelser, herunder fyringer, for at overleve. Det var en drastisk, men potentielt livreddende, strategi.
Think about a personal habit you might want to change. What would be a 'drastic' way to approach that change? Explain your reasoning.
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For at ændre min vane med at spise for meget sukker, kunne jeg tage en drastisk beslutning om at fjerne alt sukker fra mit hjem. Det ville være en drastisk, men effektiv, måde at bryde vanen på.
Hvad handler passagen primært om?
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Klimaforandringerne kræver drastiske handlinger fra regeringer over hele verden. Uden drastiske ændringer i vores energiforbrug, vil situationen forværres betydeligt. Mange mener, at vi allerede er bagud med at implementere de nødvendige drastiske tiltag.
Hvad handler passagen primært om?
Passagen understreger behovet for 'drastiske handlinger' og 'drastiske ændringer' for at bekæmpe klimaforandringer.
Passagen understreger behovet for 'drastiske handlinger' og 'drastiske ændringer' for at bekæmpe klimaforandringer.
Hvorfor tog Peter en 'drastisk' beslutning?
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Efter at have mistet sit job, tog Peter en drastisk beslutning om at flytte til udlandet og starte et nyt liv. Han solgte sit hus, sagde farvel til venner og familie, og købte en enkeltbillet. Det var en drastisk, men nødvendig, forandring for ham.
Hvorfor tog Peter en 'drastisk' beslutning?
Teksten angiver klart, at Peter 'efter at have mistet sit job, tog en drastisk beslutning om at flytte til udlandet og starte et nyt liv'.
Teksten angiver klart, at Peter 'efter at have mistet sit job, tog en drastisk beslutning om at flytte til udlandet og starte et nyt liv'.
Hvilken af disse er IKKE en drastisk foranstaltning nævnt i teksten?
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Virksomhedens overskud faldt markant i sidste kvartal, hvilket nødvendiggjorde drastiske foranstaltninger for at stabilisere økonomien. Ledelsen overvejede alt fra omfattende fyringer til en fuldstændig omlægning af produktionsprocessen. De måtte handle drastisk for at undgå konkurs.
Hvilken af disse er IKKE en drastisk foranstaltning nævnt i teksten?
Teksten nævner 'omfattende fyringer' og 'en fuldstændig omlægning af produktionsprocessen' som drastiske foranstaltninger. Stabilisering af økonomien er målet, ikke en foranstaltning i sig selv. At øge markedsføringsbudgettet er ikke nævnt som en drastisk foranstaltning her.
Teksten nævner 'omfattende fyringer' og 'en fuldstændig omlægning af produktionsprocessen' som drastiske foranstaltninger. Stabilisering af økonomien er målet, ikke en foranstaltning i sig selv. At øge markedsføringsbudgettet er ikke nævnt som en drastisk foranstaltning her.
The government introduced drastic changes...
We need to take drastic steps...
The drastic decrease in sales...
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Jeg er nødt til at foretage drastiske ændringer i min kost.
Focus: drastiske
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Konsekvenserne af klimaforandringerne kan være drastiske.
Focus: konsekvenserne, drastiske
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Virksomheden implementerede drastiske besparelser for at overleve.
Focus: implementerede, besparelser
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Regeringen indførte ___ ændringer i sundhedssystemet for at forbedre effektiviteten.
Ordet 'drastiske' passer bedst her, da sætningen taler om 'ændringer i sundhedssystemet for at forbedre effektiviteten', hvilket antyder store og markante ændringer.
Efter olieprisfaldet var der en ___ reduktion i selskabets fortjeneste.
En 'drastisk' reduktion indikerer en markant og pludselig nedgang, som det ofte ses efter et 'olieprisfald'.
Forureningen i området krævede ___ foranstaltninger for at redde økosystemet.
Når 'forureningen' er så alvorlig, at den truer 'økosystemet', er der behov for 'drastiske' foranstaltninger, altså stærke og gennemgribende handlinger.
Hans livsstilsændringer var så ___, at ingen kunne genkende ham.
Hvis ingen kunne genkende ham, betyder det, at hans livsstilsændringer var 'drastiske', altså meget store og tydelige.
Virksomheden måtte foretage ___ nedskæringer i budgettet for at undgå konkurs.
For at undgå 'konkurs' er det sandsynligt, at virksomheden måtte foretage 'drastiske' nedskæringer, hvilket betyder store og omfattende besparelser.
Klimaforandringerne kræver ___ handlinger fra verdenssamfundet.
Problemer som 'klimaforandringer' kræver ofte 'drastiske' handlinger, altså hurtige og markante tiltag, for at have en effekt.
The government introduced drastic changes in the healthcare system.
A drastic increase in oil prices affected the global economy.
Her decision to move abroad was quite drastic.
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Det kræver drastiske foranstaltninger at løse problemet.
Focus: drastiske
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Vi må tage drastiske skridt for at forhindre yderligere skade.
Focus: skridt
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Konsekvenserne af klimaforandringerne er drastiske.
Focus: konsekvenserne
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Summary
Drastisk means something has a very big, noticeable, and often sudden effect.
- Significant change
- Extreme measure
- Strong impact
Think 'drastic'
The Danish word 'drastisk' is a direct cognate of the English word 'drastic'. This makes it very easy to remember.
Adjective ending
Like many Danish adjectives, 'drastisk' ends in -isk. This is a common pattern for adjectives borrowed from other languages.
Common usage
'Drastisk' is often used when talking about changes, measures, or reductions. Think of situations where something has a significant impact.
Positive or negative
While 'drastic' in English can sometimes imply a negative connotation, 'drastisk' in Danish can be neutral or even positive depending on context. It simply means 'significant' or 'far-reaching'.
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This Word in Other Languages
More general words
afbryde
B1To stop something from continuing
afbøje
B2To deflect or turn aside.
afgørende
B1decisive or crucial
afholde
B2to hold or host an event, or to refrain from
afhængig
B1Determined or decided by something else
afkorte
B2To shorten or reduce in length.
afmærke
B2To mark or indicate a position.
afrunde
B2To conclude or make complete.
afslutte
B1to bring to an end
afsløre
B2to make something secret known
