When talking about moving from one side of something to the other, you'll often use 'genom'. Think of walking through a door or driving through a tunnel.
It can also describe the means by which something happens, like learning Swedish through an app.
'Genom' is a versatile word, and understanding its common uses will really help your comprehension.
When talking about moving from one side of something to the other, use genom. Think of going through a tunnel or through a door. It's often about entering one side and exiting another.
Genom can also describe looking through something, like looking through a window. It implies transparency or a way to see what's on the other side.
Sometimes, genom is used in a more abstract sense to mean 'by means of' or 'via'. For example, achieving something through hard work.
It's a very common and versatile preposition, so understanding its core meaning of 'passing from one side to another' will help you use it correctly in many contexts.
When we use the word genom, it's a preposition that means "through." Think about passing from one side to the other, or experiencing something over a period of time. It's often used for physical movement or to describe a process.
For example, you might go genom en tunnel (through a tunnel), or you might read genom hela boken (through the whole book). It can also mean "by means of," like achieving something genom hårt arbete (through hard work).
It's a really versatile word that helps to show passage or involvement. Just remember it's all about moving from one point to another, whether literally or figuratively.
§ What does "genom" mean?
- Definition
- Through
The Swedish preposition "genom" is an essential word to know, even at an A1 level. It directly translates to "through" in English and is used in many similar contexts. Understanding "genom" will help you describe movement, methods, and even periods of time. Don't worry, it's not as complicated as it might seem. We'll break it down into practical uses.
§ Describing Physical Movement
One of the most common uses of "genom" is to describe physical movement from one side of something to the other, or passing within an enclosed space. Think about walking through a door, driving through a tunnel, or even looking through a window.
Jag går genom dörren. (I walk through the door.)
Bilen kör genom tunneln. (The car drives through the tunnel.)
Man kan se genom fönstret. (You can see through the window.)
§ Talking About Time Periods
"Genom" can also be used to indicate a duration or a period of time. This is similar to how you might say "throughout the day" or "through the night" in English. It emphasizes the entirety of that time span.
Vi arbetade genom natten. (We worked through the night.)
Jag läste boken genom hela sommaren. (I read the book through the entire summer.)
§ Expressing Means or Method
Another common use is to describe how something is achieved or done – the means or method. In this context, "genom" often translates to "by means of" or "via."
Han lärde sig svenska genom att lyssna på musik. (He learned Swedish by means of listening to music.)
Informationen spreds genom vänner. (The information spread through friends.)
§ Common Phrases with "genom"
Like many prepositions, "genom" appears in several common Swedish phrases. Learning these will make your Swedish sound more natural.
Genom att: By (doing something). This structure is very useful for explaining how an action is performed.
Du kan förbättra ditt uttal genom att öva. (You can improve your pronunciation by practicing.)
Genomgående: Throughout, consistently. This is an adjective or adverb formed from "genom."
Han var genomgående glad. (He was consistently happy / happy throughout.)
§ Practice Makes Perfect
The best way to get comfortable with "genom" is to start using it. Pay attention to how native speakers use it in simple sentences. Try to form your own sentences describing things you walk through, times you spend doing something, or how you accomplish tasks. It's a versatile word that will quickly become part of your active vocabulary.
§ Mistakes people make with "genom"
"Genom" can be a tricky word because its English translation, "through," has several different uses. In Swedish, these different uses often require different words. Here are some common mistakes and how to avoid them.
§ Mistake 1: Using "genom" for completion or finishing something
In English, you might say "I'm through with my homework" to mean you've finished it. In Swedish, you do not use "genom" in this context. Instead, you'd use a verb like "klara" (to finish) or a phrase indicating completion.
§ Mistake 2: Using "genom" to mean "all the way through" a period of time
While "genom" can indicate movement through space, it's not typically used for an entire duration of time in the same way "through" is in English. For example, if you want to say "I slept through the night," you wouldn't use "genom."
§ Mistake 3: Confusing "genom" with "across" or "over" a surface
"Genom" suggests going into and out of something. If you are moving on the surface, or from one side to another *across* a surface, you'll likely use a different word.
However, if you were literally going *through* dense bushes or a tunnel *within* the park, then "genom" would be correct.
Vi gick genom tunneln i parken.
(We walked through the tunnel in the park.)
§ Mistake 4: Using "genom" when "via" or "with" is more appropriate
Sometimes "through" in English means "by means of" or "using." In these cases, Swedish will often use "via" or a different construction.
§ Summary of Key Distinctions
- "Genom" = physical movement *into and out of* something (e.g., a tunnel, a forest, a door).
- Not for completion (use "klar").
- Not for duration (use "hela").
- Not for movement across a surface (use "över").
- Not for "by means of" (use "via" or other prepositions).
By understanding these differences, you'll be able to use "genom" much more accurately in your Swedish conversations and writing. Practice makes perfect!
§ What 'Genom' Means
- Definition
- Through
The Swedish word 'genom' is a preposition that generally means 'through'. It's used in many contexts, both literally and figuratively, to describe movement or passage from one side to another, or to indicate a process or an intermediary. Think of it as passing from one point to another with something in between.
§ How to Use 'Genom'
You'll often hear 'genom' when talking about physical movement. For example, walking through a park or driving through a tunnel. It's also common when describing an action that goes through a process, like reading through a book or going through a difficult period.
Vi gick genom parken.
We walked through the park.
Han körde genom tunneln.
He drove through the tunnel.
Jag läste genom hela boken.
I read through the whole book.
§ 'Genom' in Figurative Contexts
Beyond physical movement, 'genom' is very common for expressing how something happens or what it involves. It can mean 'by means of' or 'via'.
Vi lärde oss genom erfarenhet.
We learned through experience.
Nyheterna spreds genom staden.
The news spread through the city.
§ Similar Words and When to Use 'Genom' vs Alternatives
While 'genom' primarily means 'through', there are other Swedish prepositions that might seem similar but are used in different contexts. Understanding these nuances is key to sounding more natural.
- 'I' (in/at): 'I' is used for being inside something without necessarily implying movement through it. For example, 'i huset' (in the house). You wouldn't use 'genom huset' unless you are specifically moving from one side of the house to the other.
Boken ligger i lådan.
The book is in the box.
- 'Över' (over/across): 'Över' implies movement above something or from one side to another on a surface. If you walk 'över bron' (over the bridge), you are on top of it. If you walk 'genom en tunnel' (through a tunnel), you are inside it.
Fåglarna flög över hustaken.
The birds flew over the rooftops.
- 'Längs' (along): 'Längs' describes movement parallel to something. For example, 'längs floden' (along the river). This is different from going 'genom floden' (through the river), which would imply going into or across it.
Vi promenerade längs stranden.
We walked along the beach.
When choosing between these words, always consider the exact nature of the movement or relationship you want to express. 'Genom' is your go-to for situations where something passes from one side to another, whether literally through a physical space or figuratively through a process or medium.
Fun Fact
The English word 'through' is a cognate of 'genom', sharing a common Germanic ancestor.
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Use 'genom' to indicate movement through something, often with a sense of passing from one side to another.
Vi går genom skogen. (We walk through the forest.)
'Genom' can also be used to express the means or instrument by which something is achieved.
Hon lärde sig svenska genom en app. (She learned Swedish through an app.)
When referring to time, 'genom' can mean 'throughout' or 'during' a period.
Han arbetade genom natten. (He worked through the night.)
'Genom' can be combined with certain verbs to form phrasal verbs, altering their meaning.
Jag läste igenom boken. (I read through the book.)
It is often followed by a definite noun or a pronoun.
Bollen rullade genom tunneln. (The ball rolled through the tunnel.)
Examples by Level
Jag går genom dörren.
I go through the door.
Vi kör genom tunneln.
We drive through the tunnel.
Han tittar genom fönstret.
He looks through the window.
Vattnet rinner genom röret.
The water runs through the pipe.
Hon går genom parken.
She walks through the park.
Solen skiner genom molnen.
The sun shines through the clouds.
Katten smyger genom gräset.
The cat sneaks through the grass.
Luften kommer genom ventilen.
The air comes through the vent.
Genom hårt arbete och engagemang lyckades hon uppnå sina drömmar.
Through hard work and dedication, she managed to achieve her dreams.
Here, 'genom' indicates the means or method by which something is achieved.
Vattnet rann genom filtret och blev rent.
The water ran through the filter and became clean.
'Genom' describes movement from one side or end to the other.
Hon kände sig ensam, trots att hon gick genom en folkmassa.
She felt lonely, even though she walked through a crowd.
'Genom' signifies movement within or amidst a group of people or things.
Vi fick veta nyheterna genom en gemensam vän.
We found out the news through a mutual friend.
In this context, 'genom' indicates the intermediary or channel of information.
Solen sken genom fönstret och värmde upp rummet.
The sun shone through the window and warmed up the room.
'Genom' describes something passing from one side to another, often with light or air.
Han läste igenom hela boken på en dag.
He read through the entire book in one day.
Used with 'läsa', 'igenom' (a common compound with 'genom') emphasizes completeness of reading.
Genom historien har mänskligheten strävat efter kunskap.
Throughout history, humanity has strived for knowledge.
'Genom' can refer to a period of time, meaning 'throughout' or 'during'.
Deras budskap spreds snabbt genom muntlig tradition.
Their message spread quickly through oral tradition.
Similar to the 'means or method' usage, 'genom' indicates the way something is transmitted.
Genom envishet och hårt arbete lyckades hon övervinna alla hinder på sin väg mot framgång.
Through perseverance and hard work, she managed to overcome all obstacles on her way to success.
Hans tal, fyllt med passion och övertygelse, genomsyrade publiken och lämnade ingen oberörd.
His speech, filled with passion and conviction, permeated the audience and left no one untouched.
Genom att systematiskt analysera datamängden kunde forskarna dra slutsatser med hög precision.
By systematically analyzing the data set, the researchers were able to draw conclusions with high precision.
Den svåra upplevelsen hade förändrat honom genomgripande, men också stärkt hans karaktär.
The difficult experience had profoundly changed him, but also strengthened his character.
Hon navigerade genom livets komplexa labyrint med en imponerande kombination av intuition och rationalitet.
She navigated through life's complex labyrinth with an impressive combination of intuition and rationality.
Genom historien har mänskligheten strävat efter att förstå universums mysterier och sin egen plats i det.
Throughout history, humanity has strived to understand the mysteries of the universe and its own place within it.
Beslutet, som fattades genom konsensus efter långa diskussioner, syftade till att uppnå maximal nytta för alla inblandade parter.
The decision, reached through consensus after long discussions, aimed to achieve maximum benefit for all involved parties.
Genom att fördjupa sig i ämnet utvecklade han en extraordinär insikt som få andra kunde mäta sig med.
By delving deeper into the subject, he developed an extraordinary insight that few others could match.
Often Confused With
For 'throughout' in a spatial sense (e.g., 'throughout the country'), Swedish often uses phrases like 'i hela landet' or 'överallt i landet'. For 'throughout' in a temporal sense (e.g., 'throughout the year'), 'under hela året' is more common.
'Across' can sometimes be 'över', especially when referring to crossing a surface (e.g., 'över gatan' - across the street). However, if it implies passing from one side to another *within* something, 'genom' is more fitting (e.g., 'genom tunneln' - through the tunnel).
While 'genom' can sometimes imply 'by means of' (e.g., 'genom arbete' - through work), it's not its primary meaning and can be confusing. Other Swedish phrases like 'med hjälp av' (with the help of) or 'via' are often clearer for 'by means of'.
Easily Confused
Many English speakers confuse 'genom' with 'throughout' or 'across'.
'Genom' primarily means 'through' in the sense of passing from one side to another, or experiencing something. It doesn't typically imply a spread over a large area or duration like 'throughout'.
Vi gick *genom* skogen. (We walked *through* the forest.)
Can sometimes be translated as 'over' or 'across', leading to confusion with 'genom'.
'Över' implies being on top of something, or crossing a surface. While you can go 'över' a bridge (across it), you go 'genom' a tunnel (through it).
Fågeln flög *över* huset. (The bird flew *over* the house.)
Very similar to 'genom' and often used interchangeably in certain contexts.
'Igenom' is often a more emphatic or complete 'through'. It can also be used as an adverb, whereas 'genom' is typically a preposition.
Jag har läst boken *igenom*. (I have read the book *through* [completely].)
Can be translated as 'among' or 'in the middle of', which might feel similar to 'through' if thinking about moving within a group.
'Bland' refers to being situated within a group or mixture. It doesn't imply movement from one side to another.
Han satt *bland* sina vänner. (He sat *among* his friends.)
Primarily means 'under', but can sometimes be confused due to its temporal meaning of 'during'.
While 'under' has a temporal meaning similar to 'during' (which could be loosely related to 'through' in a time sense), its spatial meaning is distinct from 'genom'. Spatially, 'under' means beneath, not passing through.
Katten låg *under* bordet. (The cat lay *under* the table.)
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Original meaning: through
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The word 'genom' is very common and essential for expressing movement or passage. It's often encountered in everyday descriptions of navigating spaces or processes. Learning 'genom' early is key to understanding basic spatial relationships in Swedish.
Frequently Asked Questions
10 questionsYou can use 'genom' to indicate movement through something. For example, 'Vi gick genom skogen' (We walked through the forest).
Yes, primarily 'genom' means 'through'. It describes passing from one side to another. Think of 'going through a tunnel'.
Yes, it can. For example, 'De arbetade genom hela natten' (They worked through the whole night). Here it means 'throughout'.
For most everyday uses, 'genom' and 'igenom' are interchangeable. 'Igenom' can sometimes sound a little more emphatic or complete, but the meaning is largely the same. Stick with 'genom' for now, it's more common.
It's pronounced roughly like 'YEN-nom'. The 'g' at the beginning is soft, like the 'y' in 'yes'.
Yes, absolutely. For instance, 'Hon lärde sig genom erfarenhet' (She learned through experience). It means 'by means of' or 'via'.
'Jag tittade ut genom fönstret' (I looked out through the window).
No, 'genom' is a preposition, and prepositions in Swedish do not change their form. They stay the same regardless of the gender or number of the noun they refer to.
Yes, it can. For example, 'Han blev känd genom sitt arbete' (He became famous through his work). Here it means 'as a result of' or 'by means of'.
Yes, 'genom' is a very common and useful word. You will hear and use it frequently in everyday Swedish.
Test Yourself 102 questions
Jag går ___ parken varje dag. (I walk ___ the park every day.)
To express walking 'through' the park, 'genom' is the correct preposition.
Vi körde ___ en tunnel. (We drove ___ a tunnel.)
'Genom' is used here to indicate movement from one side of the tunnel to the other.
Låten spelades ___ radion. (The song played ___ the radio.)
When something is transmitted or heard 'through' a medium like the radio, 'genom' is appropriate.
Jag kan se ___ fönstret. (I can see ___ the window.)
'Genom' indicates looking 'through' an opening or transparent object like a window.
De gick ___ dörren. (They went ___ the door.)
To pass 'through' a doorway, 'genom' is the correct choice.
Vattnet rann ___ röret. (The water ran ___ the pipe.)
'Genom' is used for movement 'through' an enclosed space, such as water flowing through a pipe.
The word 'genom' means 'through'.
Listen for 'genom' in the context of traveling.
Think about what the sun shines through.
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Jag går genom parken.
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Han tittar genom kikaren.
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Vattnet rinner genom röret.
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Write a short sentence using 'genom' to say 'I walk through the park.'
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Jag går genom parken.
Write a sentence using 'genom' to describe passing through a door. (Hint: The door = 'dörren')
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Han går genom dörren.
Complete the sentence: 'Vi reser ___ Sverige.' (We travel ___ Sweden.)
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Vi reser genom Sverige.
Where is the cat running?
Read this passage:
Katten springer genom huset. Den letar efter mat. Huset är stort.
Where is the cat running?
The passage says 'Katten springer genom huset,' which means 'The cat runs through the house.'
The passage says 'Katten springer genom huset,' which means 'The cat runs through the house.'
What does the person walk through daily?
Read this passage:
Jag går genom skogen varje dag. Det är en vacker skog. Jag gillar att vara ute.
What does the person walk through daily?
'Jag går genom skogen' means 'I walk through the forest.'
'Jag går genom skogen' means 'I walk through the forest.'
What is the train traveling through?
Read this passage:
Tåget åker genom tunneln. Tunneln är lång och mörk. Sedan kommer det ut i ljuset.
What is the train traveling through?
The sentence 'Tåget åker genom tunneln' translates to 'The train travels through the tunnel.'
The sentence 'Tåget åker genom tunneln' translates to 'The train travels through the tunnel.'
This sentence means 'We walk through the park.'
This sentence means 'I see through the window.'
This sentence means 'The car drives through the tunnel.'
Vi gick ___ parken för att komma till sjön.
Genom (through) is the correct preposition to indicate passing from one side to another in the park.
Jag hörde ljudet ___ väggen.
Genom (through) is used here to indicate that the sound penetrated the wall.
Han tittade ___ fönstret för att se vad som hände.
Genom (through) is used when looking from one side of an opening (like a window) to the other.
Vattnet rann ___ ett rör.
Genom (through) indicates that the water passed inside and out of the pipe.
De vandrade ___ skogen i flera timmar.
Genom (through) is correct when talking about moving inside and across a forest.
Bollen flög ___ luften och landade i vattnet.
Genom (through) is used to describe movement passing through the air.
Write a sentence in Swedish using 'genom' to describe walking through a park. (Write in Swedish)
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Jag går genom parken varje dag.
Formulate a Swedish sentence indicating that you see something through a window. (Write in Swedish)
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Jag ser genom fönstret.
Write a Swedish sentence saying you drive through a tunnel. (Write in Swedish)
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Vi kör genom tunneln.
Var reser familjen Johansson?
Read this passage:
Familjen Johansson reser genom Sverige. De besöker många städer och ser vacker natur. Deras resa är lång men intressant.
Var reser familjen Johansson?
The passage clearly states 'Familjen Johansson reser genom Sverige.'
The passage clearly states 'Familjen Johansson reser genom Sverige.'
Vad upptäcker pojken?
Read this passage:
Boken handlar om en pojke som upptäcker en hemlig gång. Han går genom gången och hittar en skatt. Det är en spännande historia.
Vad upptäcker pojken?
The passage mentions 'Han går genom gången'. This refers to the 'hemlig gång' discovered earlier.
The passage mentions 'Han går genom gången'. This refers to the 'hemlig gång' discovered earlier.
Varför är det svårt att se klart?
Read this passage:
Det är svårt att se klart genom det smutsiga glaset. Jag måste putsa fönstret så att jag kan se ut. Då blir det bättre.
Varför är det svårt att se klart?
The passage says 'Det är svårt att se klart genom det smutsiga glaset.'
The passage says 'Det är svårt att se klart genom det smutsiga glaset.'
The correct order is 'He runs through the corridor'. 'Han' (He) is the subject, 'springer' (runs) is the verb, 'genom' (through) is the preposition, and 'gången' (the corridor) is the object.
The correct order is 'We see through the window'. 'Vi' (We) is the subject, 'ser' (see) is the verb, 'genom' (through) is the preposition, and 'fönstret' (the window) is the object.
The correct order is 'They travel through the landscape'. 'De' (They) is the subject, 'reser' (travel) is the verb, 'genom' (through) is the preposition, and 'landskapet' (the landscape) is the object.
Vi gick ___ skogen för att komma till sjön. (We walked ___ the forest to get to the lake.)
'Genom' means 'through' and fits the context of moving through an area.
Ljus strålar ___ fönstret. (Light shines ___ the window.)
'Genom' indicates light passing through an opening.
Han lyckades ta sig ___ svårigheterna. (He managed to get ___ the difficulties.)
In this metaphorical sense, 'genom' means to overcome or get through challenges.
Vattnet rann ___ ett rör. (The water ran ___ a pipe.)
'Genom' is used when something passes from one end of an object to the other.
Budskapet spreds snabbt ___ hela staden. (The message spread quickly ___ the entire city.)
'Genom' can mean 'throughout' when referring to distribution over an area.
Vi måste gå ___ en tunnel för att komma till den andra sidan. (We have to go ___ a tunnel to get to the other side.)
'Genom' is correct when describing movement inside and out of a long, enclosed space.
Välj rätt preposition: De gick ____ skogen.
Genom is used to indicate movement from one side to another within an enclosed space, like 'through the forest'.
Vilken mening använder 'genom' korrekt?
In this context, 'genom' means looking from one side of the window to the other.
Komplettera meningen: Vattnet rann ____ ett rör.
The water flowed 'through' the pipe, indicating movement from one end to the other.
Meningen 'Han gick genom dörren' betyder att han gick in i dörren.
No, it means he went 'through' the doorway, passing from one side to the other, not colliding with the door itself.
'Jag läste boken genom' är ett korrekt sätt att säga 'I read the whole book'.
While 'genom' can imply completion in some idiomatic expressions, for 'reading the whole book', you'd typically say 'Jag läste hela boken' or 'Jag läste ut boken'.
Du kan använda 'genom' för att beskriva att någon har upplevt en svår period, som i 'Hon har gått igenom mycket'.
Yes, 'gå igenom' (go through) is commonly used to mean experiencing something, often something difficult.
Imagine you are describing your daily commute. Write three sentences using 'genom' to explain parts of your journey. For example, 'Jag går genom parken.' (I walk through the park.)
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Varje morgon går jag genom parken på väg till jobbet. Sedan åker jag tunnelbanan genom halva staden. Ibland tar jag bussen genom centrum.
You are giving directions to a friend. Write two sentences using 'genom' to guide them through a building or an area. For example, 'Gå genom dörren och sedan genom korridoren.' (Go through the door and then through the corridor.)
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Först går du genom den stora entrén. Därefter går du genom korridoren tills du ser hissen.
Write a short sentence about how you learned something, using 'genom'. For example, 'Jag lärde mig svenska genom att titta på filmer.' (I learned Swedish by watching movies.)
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Sample answer
Jag lärde mig mycket om svensk kultur genom att bo här ett år.
Vad gjorde familjen Johansson efter en timmes vandring?
Read this passage:
Familjen Johansson bestämde sig för att vandra i skogen. De gick genom tät vegetation och över små bäckar. Efter en timme kom de fram till en vacker sjö. Barnen var trötta men glada över att ha sett så mycket av naturen genom vandringen.
Vad gjorde familjen Johansson efter en timmes vandring?
Texten säger 'Efter en timme kom de fram till en vacker sjö.'
Texten säger 'Efter en timme kom de fram till en vacker sjö.'
Hur ska man gå för att komma till stadshuset efter att ha gått genom den gamla porten?
Read this passage:
För att komma till stadshuset måste du först passera torget. Gå sedan genom den gamla porten och följ gatan rakt fram. Du kommer att se en stor park på din högra sida. Fortsätt genom parken så är stadshuset precis efteråt.
Hur ska man gå för att komma till stadshuset efter att ha gått genom den gamla porten?
Texten instruerar: 'Gå sedan genom den gamla porten och följ gatan rakt fram. ... Fortsätt genom parken så är stadshuset precis efteråt.'
Texten instruerar: 'Gå sedan genom den gamla porten och följ gatan rakt fram. ... Fortsätt genom parken så är stadshuset precis efteråt.'
Vilka åtgärder kan vi vidta för att göra skillnad enligt texten?
Read this passage:
Klimatförändringarna är en global utmaning som påverkar alla länder. Vi måste arbeta tillsammans för att hitta lösningar. Genom att minska våra utsläpp och investera i förnybar energi kan vi göra skillnad. Det är viktigt att alla bidrar genom små och stora åtgärder.
Vilka åtgärder kan vi vidta för att göra skillnad enligt texten?
Texten anger: 'Genom att minska våra utsläpp och investera i förnybar energi kan vi göra skillnad.'
Texten anger: 'Genom att minska våra utsläpp och investera i förnybar energi kan vi göra skillnad.'
This sentence describes someone walking through a forest to reach a lake. 'Genom' connects the action of walking with the place 'skogen'.
This sentence explains how water flows through pipes to a tap. 'Genom' indicates the path of the water.
This sentence describes overcoming difficulties through collective effort. 'Genom' is used here in a more abstract sense, meaning 'through' a challenging period or situation.
Vattnet rinner snabbt ___ rören.
In this context, 'genom' (through) indicates the movement of water inside the pipes.
Hon arbetade sig ___ många svårigheter för att nå sitt mål.
'Genom' (through) is used here to express overcoming difficulties.
Företaget har gått ___ en stor förändring de senaste åren.
Here, 'gått genom' (gone through) signifies experiencing a process or change.
Han letade ___ hela huset efter sina nycklar.
'Genom' (through/throughout) indicates searching every part of the house.
Solstrålarna silades in ___ lövverket.
'Genom' (through) describes the light passing between the leaves.
Beslutet fattades ___ omröstning i styrelsen.
'Genom' (through/by means of) indicates the method by which the decision was made.
Välj den bästa översättningen av 'The message spread through the city.'
'Genom' (through) är det mest passande valet för att beskriva rörelse från ena sidan till den andra eller penetration.
Vilket alternativ passar bäst i meningen: 'Han gick ___ skogen för att komma till sjön.'?
När man rör sig inuti och ut ur något, som en skog, är 'genom' det korrekta ordet.
Vilket ord kompletterar meningen korrekt: 'Vattnet rann ___ ett litet hål i väggen.'?
'Genom' (through) används när något passerar från en sida till en annan, vilket passar när vatten rinner genom ett hål.
Påståendet 'Man kan se stjärnorna genom taket' är grammatiskt korrekt och logiskt.
Man kan inte se stjärnorna 'genom' (through) ett tak; tak är inte transparenta. Man skulle möjligen kunna se dem 'från' taket om man var på det, eller 'genom' ett fönster.
Meningen 'Hon läste hela boken genom natten' betyder att hon läste under hela natten.
I detta sammanhang kan 'genom natten' betyda 'under hela natten' eller 'under nattens lopp'.
Uttrycket 'att gå genom eld och vatten' betyder att man möter många hinder och svårigheter.
Detta är ett idiomatiskt uttryck på svenska som betyder att man är beredd att utstå stora svårigheter för något eller någon.
Describe a journey you've made, using 'genom' at least once to indicate passing through a place.
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Min senaste resa gick genom vackra skogar i norra Sverige. Vi körde genom små byar och stannade ofta för att njuta av utsikten.
Write a short paragraph about how you achieve your goals, using 'genom' to describe the method or means.
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Jag uppnår mina mål genom hårt arbete och noggrann planering. Det är viktigt att gå igenom varje steg systematiskt för att säkerställa framgång.
Imagine you are giving instructions for a complex task. Use 'genom' to explain how to complete a specific part of the process.
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För att installera programmet måste du först gå igenom installationsguiden noggrant. Sedan kan du aktivera det genom att följa instruktionerna på skärmen.
Hur uppnådde företaget sin snabba tillväxt?
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Företaget växte snabbt genom att etablera nya kontor i Europa. Denna expansion var möjlig genom strategiska samarbeten och innovativ marknadsföring. Ledningen gick igenom varje detalj för att säkerställa att allt fungerade smidigt.
Hur uppnådde företaget sin snabba tillväxt?
Texten anger att företaget växte snabbt 'genom att etablera nya kontor i Europa' och att expansionen var 'möjlig genom strategiska samarbeten'.
Texten anger att företaget växte snabbt 'genom att etablera nya kontor i Europa' och att expansionen var 'möjlig genom strategiska samarbeten'.
Hur förmedlar författaren djupa känslor i boken?
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Boken utforskar komplexa teman genom en enkel men gripande berättarstil. Författaren lyckas förmedla djupa känslor genom dialoger och levande beskrivningar. Läsaren förs genom olika karaktärers perspektiv.
Hur förmedlar författaren djupa känslor i boken?
Passagen säger tydligt att 'Författaren lyckas förmedla djupa känslor genom dialoger och levande beskrivningar'.
Passagen säger tydligt att 'Författaren lyckas förmedla djupa känslor genom dialoger och levande beskrivningar'.
Hur sökte Anna information om näring?
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För att förbättra sin hälsa bestämde sig Anna för att gå igenom en livsstilsförändring. Detta innebar att hon började träna regelbundet och äta mer hälsosamt. Hon sökte också information om näring genom olika böcker och online-resurser.
Hur sökte Anna information om näring?
Texten säger att Anna sökte information om näring 'genom olika böcker och online-resurser'.
Texten säger att Anna sökte information om näring 'genom olika böcker och online-resurser'.
This sentence describes passing through the forest to reach the lake. The structure 'genom skogen' means 'through the forest'.
Here, 'genom hela staden' indicates that the news spread throughout the entire city, implying movement or propagation across a space.
In this context, 'gå genom svåra tider' means 'go through difficult times', using 'genom' metaphorically to describe experiencing a period.
Vilket alternativ passar bäst in i meningen: "Vi vandrade ___ en tät skog."
Genom is the correct preposition to indicate movement from one side to another, passing inside or across something, in this case, a dense forest.
Välj det bästa ordet för att komplettera meningen: "Han blev känd ___ sitt arbete med hållbar utveckling."
Genom in this context means 'through' or 'by means of', indicating how he became known.
Vilken mening använder 'genom' på ett korrekt sätt för att beskriva en process?
Here, 'genom' signifies 'by means of' or 'via', explaining the method of execution.
I meningen "Ljuset sken genom fönstret" används 'genom' för att beskriva en orsak.
In this sentence, 'genom' describes movement or passage, not a cause. The light is passing through the window.
Om någon säger "Han gick genom en svår tid" betyder 'genom' att personen upplevde en svår period.
Correct, 'genom en svår tid' is an idiomatic expression meaning 'through a difficult time', indicating an experience.
I uttrycket "läsa genom en text" betyder 'genom' att man läser texten mycket snabbt utan att förstå innehållet.
To 'läsa genom en text' (read through a text) implies reading it completely and carefully, not quickly or without understanding.
Can you guide me through the crowd?
He got through the difficulties with great persistence.
The water flowed through the filter slowly.
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Jag måste gå genom den här rapporten noggrant innan mötet.
Focus: genom
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Budskapet sändes genom etablerade kanaler.
Focus: genom, kanaler
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De vandrade genom skogen i timmar utan att se någon.
Focus: genom, skogen
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aktuell
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allmän
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anbringa
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anfalla
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