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A2 verb 11分で読める

løse

例文 løse 30秒で
解説 løse in your Level:
At the A1 level, 'løse' is introduced in its most basic form: solving simple tasks or untying physical objects. A beginner learns that 'Jeg løser en opgave' means 'I am doing/solving an exercise'. The focus is on the present tense 'løser' and the infinitive 'løse'. Learners at this stage use the word to describe their immediate actions in a classroom or daily life, such as solving a small puzzle or untying a knot in a string. The connection to the English word 'loose' can help as a mnemonic, though the primary meaning taught is 'to solve'. Examples are kept short and focus on direct objects like 'opgave' (task) or 'knude' (knot).
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At the A2 level, learners expand their use of 'løse' to include more common everyday problems and the past tense 'løste'. They begin to use it in the context of 'at løse et problem' (to solve a problem) in a general sense. The A2 learner understands that 'løse' is the standard verb for 'to solve' across various domains. They also start to encounter the past participle 'løst' in perfect tenses, such as 'Jeg har løst det' (I have solved it). At this stage, the word is used to describe work tasks, social issues, and simple technical difficulties. The focus shifts toward building confidence in using the verb in different tenses and with common nouns.
At the B1 level, the learner explores the metaphorical and phrasal uses of 'løse'. They learn 'at løse op for noget' (to loosen up/resolve something), which is crucial for discussing social dynamics and atmospheres. B1 students use 'løse' to talk about conflict resolution ('løse en konflikt') and more complex intellectual challenges. They are expected to distinguish between 'løse' and its synonyms like 'opklare' (solve/clear up a mystery) or 'besvare' (answer). The passive form 'løses' (to be solved) becomes more common in their reading and writing, especially when discussing social issues or instructions.
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At the B2 level, 'løse' is used in more abstract and professional contexts. The learner can discuss 'at løse en billet' (purchasing a ticket in a formal sense) or 'at løse fra et løfte' (releasing from a promise). They understand the nuance of using 'løse' in chemistry (dissolving) and in high-level problem-solving within business or science. B2 learners can use the word fluently in debates about 'hvordan vi løser samfundsproblemer' (how we solve societal problems). They also master the word family, including nouns like 'løsning' (solution) and 'løsningsorienteret' (solution-oriented).
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At the C1 level, the speaker uses 'løse' with precision and stylistic awareness. They can use it in legal, technical, and literary contexts. They understand the historical roots of the word and how it relates to concepts of freedom and release. A C1 learner might use 'løse' to describe the resolution of a complex narrative arc in a novel or a subtle shift in a diplomatic negotiation. They are comfortable with all idiomatic expressions involving 'løse' and can use them to add color and depth to their speech. The distinction between 'løse', 'løsne', 'opløse', and 'udløse' is handled perfectly.
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At the C2 level, 'løse' is used with the nuance of a native speaker. The individual can play with the word's multiple meanings for rhetorical effect. They can discuss the etymological evolution of 'løse' from Old Norse and its cognates in other Germanic languages. In professional writing, they use 'løse' to convey authority and clarity. Whether writing a scientific paper on 'opløselighed' (solubility) or a political manifesto on 'at løse lænkerne' (breaking the chains), the C2 speaker employs the word with complete mastery of its semantic field and cultural weight.
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例文

løse 30秒で

  • Primary meaning: To solve a problem or answer a question.
  • Physical meaning: To untie or loosen something like a knot.
  • Common usage: Schoolwork (opgaver), conflicts (konflikter), and puzzles (gåder).
  • Grammar: Weak verb (løser, løste, løst). Often used with 'op for'.

The Danish verb løse is a fundamental pillar of the Danish language, primarily translating to 'to solve' in English. However, its semantic range is significantly broader, encompassing the physical act of untying or loosening, the intellectual act of resolving a puzzle, and the social or diplomatic act of settling a conflict. To understand 'løse', one must visualize the act of taking something that is bound, tangled, or stuck and making it free or clear. This duality between the physical and the abstract is common in Germanic languages, but Danish utilizes 'løse' with a particular frequency in everyday life, from schoolwork to professional problem-solving.

Problem Solving
In academic and professional settings, 'løse' is the standard verb for completing tasks or finding answers. Whether you are 'løser en matematikopgave' (solving a math problem) or 'løser en teknisk udfordring' (solving a technical challenge), the word implies a successful transition from a state of uncertainty to a state of clarity.
Physical Loosening
In its literal sense, 'løse' refers to untying knots or loosening bonds. If your shoelaces are too tight, you might 'løse' them. This physical root informs the more abstract meanings; just as you untie a knot, you 'untie' a complex problem.
Conflict Resolution
When two parties are in disagreement, they seek to 'løse konflikten'. This usage is crucial in Danish workplace culture, which emphasizes consensus (konsensus) and dialogue. A manager's job is often described as 'at løse op for spændinger' (to loosen up/resolve tensions).

The word is also used in chemical contexts, where a substance can 'løses op' (be dissolved) in a liquid. This highlights the concept of breaking down a solid structure into a fluid state. Furthermore, in historical or formal contexts, one might 'løse en billet' (purchase a ticket), which literally means to 'release' or 'detach' a ticket from a book or roll, though this is becoming less common in the digital age.

Det tog mig lang tid at løse denne svære gåde, men til sidst fandt jeg svaret.

Culturally, the ability to 'løse problemer' is highly valued in Denmark. The Danish work ethic often revolves around independence and the ability to work 'selvstændigt' (independently) to find solutions. Therefore, saying 'Jeg kan godt løse det' (I can solve/handle it) demonstrates a level of competence and 'gå-på-mod' (can-do attitude) that is respected in Danish society. It is not just about the technical answer, but about the process of untangling the mess.

Vi må samarbejde for at løse klimakrisen.

Formal Usage
In legal Danish, 'at løse' can refer to being released from an obligation. For instance, 'at løse fra et løfte' (to release from a promise).

Kan du hjælpe mig med at løse denne knude på snørebåndet?

In summary, 'løse' is a versatile verb that bridges the gap between physical mechanics and cognitive processing. Whether you are dealing with a rope, a math equation, or a diplomatic crisis, 'løse' is your go-to word for finding the way forward. Its usage reflects the Danish emphasis on pragmatism, clarity, and the resolution of complexity through logical steps.

Using 'løse' correctly requires understanding its grammatical behavior and common objects. As a transitive verb, it usually takes a direct object—the thing being solved or loosened. In Danish, sentence structure follows the V2 rule, meaning the verb is the second element in a main clause. When using 'løse' with modal verbs like 'kan' (can), 'skal' (must/shall), or 'vil' (will), 'løse' remains in the infinitive form.

Present Tense (Nutid)
'Jeg løser opgaven' (I am solving the task). The present tense ends in -r. It describes an action happening now or a habitual action.
Past Tense (Datid)
'Han løste mysteriet' (He solved the mystery). The past tense 'løste' is used for completed actions in the past. Note the 't' ending which is characteristic of many Danish weak verbs.
Perfect Tense (Førnutid)
'Vi har løst problemet' (We have solved the problem). This uses the auxiliary 'har' plus the past participle 'løst'. This is very common when the result is still relevant in the present.

One interesting aspect of 'løse' is its use with particles. 'Løse op' (to loosen up) is frequently used both physically (loosening a grip) and metaphorically (relaxing a situation or an atmosphere). For example, 'Musik kan løse op for stemningen' (Music can loosen up/relax the atmosphere).

Hvis du ikke kan løse ligningen, så spørg læreren om hjælp.

In passive constructions, 'løse' can take the -s form or be used with 'blive'. 'Problemet skal løses' (The problem must be solved) or 'Problemet bliver løst' (The problem is being solved). The -s passive is very common in instructions and formal writing.

Denne konflikt kan kun løses gennem dialog.

Compound Verbs
Danish often creates compounds. While 'løse' is the root, you might see 'indløse' (to redeem, like a voucher) or 'udløse' (to trigger/release). Understanding 'løse' helps you decode these more complex words.

Vi har endnu ikke fundet en måde at løse mysteriet på.

Finally, notice how 'løse' interacts with prepositions. You solve a problem *with* something ('løse med'), or you solve a problem *by* doing something ('løse ved at...'). The flexibility of this verb makes it a Swiss Army knife for Danish speakers navigating daily challenges.

'Løse' is omnipresent in Danish life. If you step into a Danish classroom, you will hear it within the first five minutes. Teachers use it to direct students toward their work. In the news, politicians are constantly discussing how to 'løse samfundets udfordringer' (solve the challenges of society). It is a word that signals action and resolution.

In the Workplace
During 'møder' (meetings), colleagues might say, 'Hvordan skal vi løse det her?' (How are we going to solve this?). It is the standard way to address roadblocks in a project. It sounds professional and proactive.
In Technology and IT
If you call a Danish tech support line, the technician will say, 'Jeg skal prøve at løse fejlen for dig' (I will try to solve the error for you). Software updates often list 'løste fejl' (fixed bugs) in their release notes.
In Daily Life
You'll hear it when people talk about puzzles. 'Krydsogtværs' (crosswords) and 'Sudoku' are very popular in Denmark, and people will often ask, 'Har du løst dagens krydsord?' (Have you solved today's crossword?).

The word also appears in the context of personal development and therapy. Danes are generally open to discussing mental health, and you might hear someone talk about 'at løse op for gamle traumer' (loosening up/resolving old traumas). Here, it implies a gentle, therapeutic process of release.

Politiet arbejder på højtryk for at løse kriminalsagen.

In supermarkets or shops, you might hear 'indløse'. If you have a 'pantbon' (bottle deposit receipt), you 'indløser' it at the counter to get your money back. This is a specific, transactional variation of 'løse'.

Kan du løse denne matematiske ligning uden lommeregner?

Even in sports, a commentator might say a player 'løste opgaven flot' (handled the task/role beautifully), meaning they performed their duty well. It is a word that transcends its literal meaning to become a general term for 'handling a situation successfully'.

For English speakers, 'løse' is relatively intuitive, but there are several pitfalls involving pronunciation, spelling, and semantic confusion with similar-sounding words.

Løse vs. Læse
This is the most frequent mistake. 'Løse' means 'to solve', while 'læse' means 'to read'. The 'ø' sound is rounded and deeper, while the 'æ' sound is more open. Saying 'Jeg skal læse opgaven' means 'I am going to read the task', whereas 'Jeg skal løse opgaven' means 'I am going to solve the task'.
Løse vs. Lyse
'Lyse' means 'to shine' or 'to light up'. The vowel 'y' is a high, front rounded vowel, different from 'ø'. Confusing these can lead to nonsensical sentences like 'Solen løser' (The sun solves) instead of 'Solen lyser' (The sun shines).
The 'Stød' and Vowel Length
'Løse' has a long vowel and no stød (the glottal catch found in some Danish words). Beginners often shorten the 'ø' too much, making it sound like 'løsne' (to loosen slightly/physically). Ensure you draw out the 'ø' sound slightly.

Another common error is using 'løse' when 'beslutte' (decide) or 'bestemme' (determine) is more appropriate. While 'solving' a problem involves a decision, 'løse' refers to the resolution of the difficulty itself, not the act of making a choice between options.

Fejl: Jeg skal læse problemet. (Korrekt: Jeg skal løse problemet).

Learners also struggle with the difference between 'løse' and 'løsne'. 'Løse' is often the final act (solving/untying completely), while 'løsne' often means to make something less tight (loosening a screw slightly). If you want to say you solved a crisis, never use 'løsnede'.

Husk: Man løser en gåde, men man løsner et bælte.

Finally, be careful with the phrase 'løse op'. In English, we 'solve' a problem, but we don't 'solve up' a problem. In Danish, 'løse op for' is a specific phrasal verb meaning to facilitate or ease a situation. Using it without the 'for' or in the wrong context can sound unnatural.

While 'løse' is the most common word for solving, Danish offers several synonyms that carry different nuances depending on the context—whether it's academic, physical, or social.

Opklare
This specifically means 'to clear up' or 'to solve' in the context of mysteries, crimes, or misunderstandings. You 'opklarer' a murder (en mordsag) or 'opklarer' why the weather forecast was wrong. It implies bringing light to something hidden.
Besvare
This means 'to answer'. While you 'løser' an exercise, you 'besvarer' a question. Use 'besvare' when the solution is a verbal or written response to a query.
Afvikle
Often used in business, this means to wind down or settle something, like a debt or a meeting. It is more about the process of finishing something than the intellectual act of solving it.

If you are talking about physical loosening, 'løsne' is the primary alternative. If you are talking about chemical dissolving, 'opløse' is the technical term. Using 'løse' instead of 'opløse' in a chemistry lab might make you sound slightly unscientific, although people would understand you.

Sammenligning: 'Løse' (to solve) vs. 'Håndtere' (to handle). Man kan løse et problem permanent, eller man kan håndtere det midlertidigt.

In a legal sense, 'fritage' (exempt/release) can be an alternative to 'løse fra'. If you are 'fritaget for tjeneste', you are released from duty. 'Løse' is more about the bond itself, while 'fritage' is about the status of the person.

Videnskabsmanden forsøgte at opklare universets gåder.

Understanding these alternatives allows you to be more precise. Use 'løse' for the general act of finding a solution, 'opklare' for mysteries, 'besvare' for questions, and 'løsne' for physical tension. This variety makes your Danish sound more natural and sophisticated.

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レベル別の例文

1

Jeg skal løse min opgave nu.

I must solve my task now.

Modal verb 'skal' followed by infinitive 'løse'.

2

Kan du løse denne knude?

Can you untie this knot?

Question form with 'kan' and infinitive 'løse'.

3

Han løser et puslespil.

He is solving a jigsaw puzzle.

Present tense 'løser'.

4

Vi løser opgaverne sammen.

We are solving the tasks together.

Plural subject 'vi' with present tense 'løser'.

5

Hjælp mig med at løse det.

Help me to solve it.

Imperative 'hjælp' followed by 'at' + infinitive.

6

Jeg løser koden.

I am solving the code.

Simple present tense.

7

Pigen løser gåden.

The girl solves the riddle.

Subject-verb-object structure.

8

Løser du problemet?

Are you solving the problem?

Inverted word order for a question.

1

Hun løste alle sine hjemmeopgaver i går.

She solved all her homework assignments yesterday.

Past tense 'løste'.

2

Vi har løst problemet med computeren.

We have solved the problem with the computer.

Present perfect 'har løst'.

3

Hvordan løste de mysteriet?

How did they solve the mystery?

Question word 'hvordan' + past tense 'løste'.

4

Det er svært at løse denne ligning.

It is difficult to solve this equation.

Adjective 'svært' followed by 'at' + infinitive.

5

Jeg løste mine snørebånd.

I untied my shoelaces.

Physical use of 'løse' in past tense.

6

Har du løst krydsordet?

Have you solved the crossword?

Perfect tense question.

7

Vi må løse det hurtigt.

We must solve it quickly.

Modal 'må' + infinitive + adverb 'hurtigt'.

8

Læreren bad os om at løse opgaven.

The teacher asked us to solve the task.

Indirect speech with 'at' + infinitive.

1

De prøver at løse konflikten mellem naboerne.

They are trying to resolve the conflict between the neighbors.

Infinitive 'løse' used for abstract conflict resolution.

2

Vi skal løse op for de stive regler.

We need to loosen up the rigid rules.

Phrasal verb 'løse op for'.

3

Sagen blev løst af politiet efter to uger.

The case was solved by the police after two weeks.

Passive voice with 'blev løst'.

4

Det kræver tålmodighed at løse denne sag.

It requires patience to solve this case.

Impersonal 'det' construction.

5

Hun løste op for stemningen med en vittighed.

She loosened up the atmosphere with a joke.

Metaphorical use of 'løse op'.

6

Kan vi løse det uden at bruge flere penge?

Can we solve it without spending more money?

Conjunction 'uden at' followed by infinitive.

7

Han er god til at løse tekniske problemer.

He is good at solving technical problems.

Preposition 'til' followed by 'at' + infinitive.

8

Problemet kan løses på flere måder.

The problem can be solved in several ways.

-s passive 'løses'.

1

Regeringen forsøger at løse boligmanglen i storbyerne.

The government is trying to solve the housing shortage in the big cities.

Formal usage in a political context.

2

Man kan løse billet ved indgangen.

One can purchase a ticket at the entrance.

Idiomatic/formal use of 'løse billet'.

3

Sukkeret løses op i det varme vand.

The sugar is dissolved in the warm water.

Chemical/physical use with particle 'op'.

4

Han blev løst fra sin kontrakt før tid.

He was released from his contract ahead of time.

Passive 'blev løst fra' meaning release from obligation.

5

Denne strategi vil løse mange af vores udfordringer.

This strategy will solve many of our challenges.

Future tense with 'vil' + infinitive.

6

Det er vigtigt at løse op for de fastlåste forhandlinger.

It is important to break the deadlock in the negotiations.

Complex phrasal verb usage.

7

Hun løste opgaven med stor præcision.

She solved the task with great precision.

Adverbial phrase 'med stor præcision'.

8

Hvordan løser vi bedst denne gordiske knude?

How do we best solve this Gordian knot?

Metaphorical/idiomatic usage.

1

Forfatteren formår at løse de mange plottråde i slutningen.

The author manages to resolve the many plot threads at the end.

Literary context.

2

Den kemiske proces løser forbindelsen mellem molekylerne.

The chemical process breaks the bond between the molecules.

Technical scientific usage.

3

Han følte sig endelig løst fra fortidens lænker.

He finally felt released from the chains of the past.

Poetic/metaphorical passive.

4

Det kræver en tværfaglig indsats at løse krisen.

It requires a multidisciplinary effort to solve the crisis.

Advanced vocabulary 'tværfaglig'.

5

Han løste op for posen og fortalte hele sandheden.

He spilled the beans and told the whole truth.

Idiom 'løse op for posen'.

6

Retten løste ham fra tavshedspligten.

The court released him from the duty of confidentiality.

Legal terminology.

7

Vi må løse op for de strukturelle barrierer.

We must dismantle the structural barriers.

Socio-political context.

8

Hun løste sit hår og lod det falde ned over skuldrene.

She loosened her hair and let it fall over her shoulders.

Physical, slightly poetic usage.

1

Filosoffen forsøgte at løse eksistensens dybe paradokser.

The philosopher attempted to resolve the deep paradoxes of existence.

Philosophical context.

2

Man kan ikke løse ligningen uden at tage højde for variablerne.

One cannot solve the equation without accounting for the variables.

Academic precision.

3

Diplomatiet formåede at løse op for den storpolitiske krise.

Diplomacy managed to de-escalate the major political crisis.

High-level political discourse.

4

Det er en opgave, der kun lader sig løse med tid.

It is a task that can only be solved with time.

Reflexive passive construction 'lader sig løse'.

5

Ved at løse båndene til traditionen skabte han noget nyt.

By breaking the ties to tradition, he created something new.

Abstract metaphorical usage.

6

Lovgivningen skal løse op for markedets stivhed.

The legislation must address the rigidity of the market.

Economic terminology.

7

Hun løste gåden om den forsvundne arv.

She solved the mystery of the missing inheritance.

Classic mystery genre usage.

8

At løse sig selv fra forventninger er en livslang proces.

To release oneself from expectations is a lifelong process.

Reflexive use 'løse sig selv'.

類義語

opklare besvare afklare klare udrede hitte afgøre redde

反対語

binde skabe indvikle låse

よく使う組み合わせ

løse en opgave
løse et problem
løse en gåde
løse en konflikt
løse en knude
løse billet
løse op for
løse mysteriet
løse en ligning
løse fra et løfte

よく使うフレーズ

at løse op for noget

— To facilitate something or break a deadlock. Used for social atmospheres or negotiations.

Vi skal løse op for de stramme regler.

at løse sig selv

— When a problem goes away on its own without intervention.

Nogle gange løser problemerne sig selv.

at løse en sag

— To complete a case, usually in a legal or police context.

Det tog lang tid at løse sagen.

at løse forbindelsen

— To break a connection or bond, often used in technology or chemistry.

Forbindelsen blev løst.

at løse opgaver selvstændigt

— To solve tasks independently, a common requirement in job ads.

Du skal kunne løse opgaver selvstændigt.

at løse en udfordring

— To overcome a challenge.

Vi er klar til at løse udfordringen.

at løse knuden

— To solve a difficult, tangled problem.

Nu har vi endelig løst knuden.

at løse op for posen

— To speak freely or reveal a secret.

Han løste op for posen til sidst.

at løse en tvist

— To settle a dispute.

De mødtes for at løse en tvist.

at løse på trådene

— To untangle threads or a complex situation.

Vi må løse på trådene i denne sag.

慣用句と表現

"at løse op for posen"

— To reveal everything or tell a secret/the truth after being quiet.

Efter mange spørgsmål løste han op for posen.

informal
"at løse den gordiske knude"

— To solve an extremely difficult problem with a single, bold action.

Det var den eneste måde at løse den gordiske knude på.

formal/literary
"at løse billet til noget"

— To gain entry or qualify for something (often used metaphorically).

Holdet har løst billet til finalen.

neutral
"at løse sig i røg og damp"

— To disappear or vanish without a trace (often about plans).

Alle vores planer løste sig i røg og damp.

informal
"at løse op for latteren"

— To cause everyone to start laughing, breaking a tense silence.

Hans kommentar løste op for latteren i rummet.

neutral
"at løse tungen"

— To make someone talkative (often through alcohol or comfort).

Vinen løste tungen på gæsterne.

neutral
"at løse en dødvande"

— To break a stalemate or deadlock.

Forhandlingerne løste endelig dødvandet.

formal
"at løse for lænkerne"

— To liberate or set free from oppression.

Folket blev løst fra deres lænker.

literary
"at løse fra tjeneste"

— To discharge someone from duty or service.

Soldaten blev løst fra sin tjeneste.

formal
"at løse problemet ved roden"

— To solve the problem at its source/root.

Vi skal løse problemet ved roden.

neutral
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