C1 noun Formal to neutral. It is commonly used in academic, legal, and intellectual discourse, but also in everyday conversation to describe inconsistencies.

motsigelse

/ˈmuːtsɪɡəlsə/
Notas e dicas

Exemplos

1

Det er en klar motsigelse i hans uttalelser.

There is a clear contradiction in his statements.

2

Vi fant en rekke motsigelser i dokumentet.

We found a number of contradictions in the document.

3

Hans handlinger er i motsigelse med hans ord.

His actions are in contradiction with his words.

4

Hvordan kan du leve med en slik motsigelse?

How can you live with such a contradiction?

5

En politisk teori full av motsigelser.

A political theory full of contradictions.

Colocações comuns

en åpenbar motsigelse (an obvious contradiction)
en logisk motsigelse (a logical contradiction)
full av motsigelser (full of contradictions)

Como usar

Often followed by prepositions like 'i' (in), 'med' (with), or 'mellom' (between) when describing where the contradiction lies. For example, 'motsigelse i argumentasjonen' (contradiction in the argumentation).

Erros comuns
  • Confusing it with 'motsetning' (opposition/contrast), which is related but not exactly the same. 'Motsigelse' implies a direct logical conflict.
  • Mispronouncing the 's' as a 'sh' sound, which is not correct for this word.

Dicas

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Origem da palavra

Derived from 'mot' (against) and 'si' (to say), literally meaning 'to say against' or 'gainsaying'. The '-gelse' suffix forms nouns from verbs, indicating an action or result.

Contexto cultural

The concept of 'motsigelse' is fundamental in logical reasoning and critical thinking, which are highly valued in Norwegian society. Pointing out contradictions is often seen as a sign of analytical rigor.

Dica de memorização

Think of 'MOT' (against) and 'SIG' (say). When you 'say against' something, you're pointing out a contradiction. M-O-T-S-I-G-E-L-S-E.

Perguntas frequentes

3 perguntas

While often used in a negative context to point out inconsistencies, 'motsigelse' can also describe a philosophical or logical paradox without a purely negative connotation, depending on the context.

Yes, it can. For example, 'en indre motsigelse' (an inner contradiction) can refer to conflicting feelings or thoughts within a person.

'Motsigelse' specifically refers to a logical inconsistency or a statement that contradicts another. 'Uenighet' is a broader term for disagreement or lack of consensus between people or ideas.

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