C1 noun Formal to semi-formal. Primarily used in written language, official communications, legal settings, and news reports. Can be used in spoken language but often in a more formal register.

udsagn

/ˈuðsɑŋn/

Exemplos

1

Dommeren bad vidnet gentage sit udsagn.

The judge asked the witness to repeat their statement.

2

Regeringens udsagn blev mødt med kritik.

The government's declaration was met with criticism.

3

Det var et stærkt udsagn om hans overbevisning.

It was a strong statement about his conviction.

4

Hun afgav et skriftligt udsagn til politiet.

She gave a written statement to the police.

5

Et vigtigt udsagn fra eksperten ændrede sagens forløb.

An important statement from the expert changed the course of the case.

Colocações comuns

afgive et udsagn (to give a statement)
et politisk udsagn (a political statement/declaration)
vidneudsagn (witness statement)

How to Use It

Notas de uso

Often used in legal, political, or journalistic contexts. It carries a weight of formality and often implies a statement made for the record or with significant intent.

Erros comuns

Confusing it with 'udtalelse' (general statement). Remember 'udsagn' leans towards formal declarations.
Incorrect pronunciation of the 'ds' sound, which is often blended and softer than a hard 'd' followed by 's'.

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Origem da palavra

From Old Norse 'útsagn', meaning 'utterance' or 'statement'. Composed of 'ud-' (out) and 'sagn' (saying, tale).

Contexto cultural

In Danish culture, precision and clarity in communication are valued, especially in formal settings. 'Udsagn' reflects this by denoting a considered and often official declaration.

Dica de memorização

Think of 'ud' as 'out' and 'sagn' as 'saying'. So, 'udsagn' is literally 'out-saying' or a spoken declaration.

Perguntas frequentes

3 perguntas

While often used in formal contexts like legal or official statements, 'udsagn' can also refer to a general utterance or statement, though it retains a slightly more formal nuance than 'udtalelse' in everyday speech.

'Udsagn' often implies a more deliberate, formal, or official statement, especially in a legal or public context. 'Udtalelse' is a more general term for any statement or remark, formal or informal.

Yes, 'udsagn' is a neutral term that can be used whether the statement itself is positive, negative, or neutral. For example, 'et falsk udsagn' (a false statement).

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