ledetråd
ledetråd 30秒了解
- Ledetråd means 'clue' or 'lead' in Danish, literally 'leading thread'.
- It is a common gender noun: en ledetråd, plural: ledetråde.
- Used in crime stories, research, games, and daily problem-solving contexts.
- Often paired with verbs like 'finde' (find) or 'følge' (follow).
The Danish word ledetråd is a fascinating compound noun that literally translates to 'leading thread.' In its most direct sense, it refers to a clue or a piece of evidence that helps someone solve a mystery, a crime, or a complex problem. Imagine you are lost in a metaphorical labyrinth; the ledetråd is the string you follow to find your way out or to discover the truth at the center. It is used extensively in detective stories, academic research, and daily life when one is trying to piece together information that isn't immediately obvious.
- Literal Meaning
- A 'leading thread' (from 'lede' meaning to lead/guide and 'tråd' meaning thread).
- Figurative Usage
- A hint, indication, or pointer that suggests a solution to a puzzle or investigation.
In Danish culture, which has a deep-seated love for 'Nordic Noir' crime fiction, you will encounter this word constantly. It implies a sense of progression—one ledetråd leads to another until the full picture is revealed. It is not just a static fact; it is a dynamic piece of information that invites action. When a detective says they have a vigtig ledetråd, it suggests that the investigation has gained momentum.
Politiet har fundet en ny ledetråd i sagen om de forsvundne malerier.
Beyond crime, it is used in intellectual pursuits. A historian might find a ledetråd in an old diary that explains a political shift. A scientist might see a specific protein reaction as a ledetråd to curing a disease. It carries a weight of intellectual discovery. It is more substantial than a mere 'hint' (vink) but perhaps less definitive than 'bevis' (proof).
Historically, the term evokes the myth of Ariadne's thread in the Labyrinth of Minos. This cultural baggage gives the word a slightly more poetic or literary feel than the English word 'clue,' although they are functional equivalents. In a conversation, if you are confused, you might ask, 'Kan du give mig en ledetråd?' (Can you give me a clue?), though 'hint' is also common in casual Danish.
Denne gamle bog var den eneste ledetråd, vi havde at gå efter.
- Context: Science
- Used to describe preliminary data that suggests a specific hypothesis.
In summary, ledetråd is the essential tool for any seeker of truth. Whether you are playing a board game, solving a crime, or trying to understand a complex philosophical argument, the ledetråd is the string that keeps you from getting lost in the noise of irrelevant information.
Using ledetråd correctly involves understanding its role as a noun that often acts as the object of verbs like 'finde' (find), 'følge' (follow), or 'miste' (lose). Because it is a count noun, you must use the correct articles: 'en ledetråd' (a clue) or 'ledetråden' (the clue). In the plural, it becomes 'ledetråde' (clues) or 'ledetrådene' (the clues).
Vi må følge enhver ledetråd, uanset hvor lille den er.
When describing the quality of the clue, common adjectives include 'vigtig' (important), 'afgørende' (decisive/crucial), 'ny' (new), or 'falsk' (false). A 'falsk ledetråd' is the Danish equivalent of a red herring—something that leads you away from the truth.
- Common Verb Pairings
- Følge en ledetråd (Follow a clue), Opspore en ledetråd (Track down a clue), Overse en ledetråd (Overlook a clue).
In more abstract or academic contexts, ledetråd can be used to describe a recurring theme or a guiding principle. For example, 'Retfærdighed var den gennemgående ledetråd i hans politiske karriere' (Justice was the consistent guiding thread in his political career). Here, the word takes on a more metaphorical meaning of a 'guiding principle' or 'leitmotif'.
It is also frequently used in the context of games and puzzles. If you are doing a crossword or an escape room, you are constantly looking for the next ledetråd. In these settings, the word is synonymous with 'hint' or 'spor'. However, ledetråd sounds slightly more formal and structured than 'hint'.
Uden en eneste ledetråd var det umuligt at løse gåden.
When writing, ensure you match the complexity of the sentence to the CEFR level. At a C1 level, you should be able to use the word in subordinate clauses and with complex modifiers. For instance: 'Selvom beviserne var sparsomme, formåede efterforskeren at sammenstykke en sammenhængende teori baseret på en enkelt, overset ledetråd.' (Even though the evidence was sparse, the investigator managed to piece together a coherent theory based on a single, overlooked clue.)
- Sentence Structure
- [Subject] + [Verb] + [Adjective] + ledetråd. Example: 'Han fandt en afgørende ledetråd.'
Finally, consider the emotional weight. Finding a ledetråd often brings a sense of 'Aha!' or relief. It is the bridge between confusion and understanding. Using the word effectively in Danish involves capturing that moment of discovery.
You will encounter ledetråd in several distinct environments in Denmark. First and foremost is the media and entertainment sector. Danish crime dramas (often called 'krimier') like *Broen* (The Bridge) or *Forbrydelsen* (The Killing) are filled with detectives discussing ledetråde. In these shows, the word is used with high stakes and serious tone.
I aftenens afsnit følger Sarah Lund en ny ledetråd i Københavns havn.
Secondly, you will hear it in the news. When a real-life crime occurs or a major investigative report is published, journalists use ledetråd to describe the progress of the case. It gives the report a sense of 'detective work' and public intrigue. For example, a news anchor might say, 'Politiet efterlyser vidner, der kan give en ledetråd i sagen.'
- Journalistic Register
- Used to provide updates on ongoing investigations or missing persons cases.
Thirdly, it is common in educational and academic settings. A teacher might provide a ledetråd to help students solve a difficult math problem or understand a literary text. In this context, it functions as a pedagogical tool—a nudge in the right direction rather than a full answer. It encourages critical thinking.
In business, you might hear it during strategic meetings. If a company is trying to understand why a product is failing, a manager might say, 'Vi har brug for en ledetråd til at forstå kundernes adfærd' (We need a clue to understand customer behavior). It suggests that the answer is hidden in the data and needs to be teased out.
Markedsanalysen gav os en vigtig ledetråd om fremtidens trends.
Finally, you will find it in literature. From classic detective novels to modern thrillers, ledetråd is the bread and butter of the genre. It is the word that signals a turning point in the plot. If you read a Danish translation of Sherlock Holmes, you will see this word on almost every page.
- Daily Conversation
- 'Giv mig en ledetråd!' is a common plea when someone is teasing you with a secret.
One of the most common mistakes learners make with ledetråd is confusing it with the word spor. While both can mean 'clue,' they are used differently. Spor refers to a physical track, trail, or footprint. If you see muddy footprints on the floor, those are 'spor.' A ledetråd is more cognitive or informational. It is a piece of information that helps you think your way to a solution.
Fejl: Politiet fandt et ledetråd i sneen. (Korrekt: Politiet fandt et spor i sneen).
Another mistake is the gender of the word. Some learners assume it is neuter (et ledetråd) because 'tråd' can sometimes be confusing, but it is always common gender: en ledetråd. Using the wrong article can make you sound less fluent.
- Grammar Pitfall
- Saying 'et ledetråd' instead of 'en ledetråd'.
Learners also often overuse 'ledetråd' when 'hint' would be more natural. In casual settings, like playing a simple game with friends, 'hint' (borrowed from English but fully integrated into Danish) is often preferred. 'Ledetråd' can sound a bit heavy or dramatic if you're just trying to guess what someone had for lunch.
In writing, avoid splitting the word. In English, 'leading thread' is two words, but in Danish, ledetråd must be one. Writing 'lede tråd' is a spelling error that changes the meaning to 'to lead thread' (as an action).
Jeg har ingen ledetråde overhovedet. (Correct plural usage).
Finally, be careful with the preposition. You follow a clue til (to) something or a clue i (in) a case. 'Ledetråd på' is usually incorrect unless referring to a clue found 'on' a specific object.
- Preposition Error
- Incorrect: En ledetråd om... Correct: En ledetråd til løsningen af...
To truly master Danish, you need to know the nuances between ledetråd and its synonyms. While they all relate to finding information, their contexts differ significantly.
- Spor (Track/Trail)
- Physical evidence left behind, like footprints or DNA. 'Politiet fandt spor af blod.'
- Hint (Hint)
- Informal and often verbal. Used in social games or casual advice. 'Giv mig et lille hint.'
- Fingerpeg (Pointer/Indication)
- A suggestion or a sign that points toward a truth. Often used for trends or behaviors. 'Det er et fingerpeg om, hvad der vil ske.'
- Vink (Wink/Tip/Hint)
- A very subtle sign, often given intentionally by someone else. 'Han gav mig et vink med en vognstang' (an idiom for a very obvious hint).
When you use ledetråd, you are implying a logical connection. A spor might be accidental, but a ledetråd is something that actively guides the mind. Think of ledetråd as the intellectual version of a spor.
Vi har mange spor, men ingen konkret ledetråd.
In a formal or academic setting, you might use 'indikation' (indication) or 'nøgle' (key). 'Nøglen til mysteriet' (the key to the mystery) is a very strong synonym for an 'afgørende ledetråd'.
There is also the term 'vildspor' (false trail/lead). If you are following a ledetråd that turns out to be wrong, you are 'på vildspor'. This is a very common expression in Danish detective work and general problem-solving.
Det viste sig, at den første ledetråd blot var et vildspor.
Understanding these distinctions allows you to choose the word that fits the 'texture' of the situation. Is it a physical mark? Use spor. Is it a verbal nudge? Use hint. Is it a vital piece of information in a complex puzzle? Use ledetråd.
How Formal Is It?
趣味小知识
The term is a direct reference to the Greek myth of Theseus. Ariadne gave Theseus a ball of thread so he could find his way out of the Minotaur's Labyrinth. This 'thread' became the metaphorical 'clue'.
发音指南
- Pronouncing the 'd' in 'lede' like a hard English 'd'.
- Pronouncing 'tråd' like 'trod' instead of with a long 'o' sound.
- Forgetting the soft 'd' at the end of 'tråd'.
- Putting stress on the second syllable.
- Missing the compound nature and pausing between the two words.
难度评级
Easy to recognize in context because of its components.
Requires remembering the compound spelling and soft 'd'.
The soft 'ð' sounds can be challenging for English speakers.
Distinctive sound, but can be spoken quickly in crime dramas.
接下来学什么
前置知识
接下来学习
高级
需要掌握的语法
Compound Nouns
Lede + tråd = ledetråd (always one word).
Common Gender Nouns
En ledetråd, ledetråden.
Plural Formation
Nouns ending in a consonant often add -e: ledetråde.
Adjective Agreement
En vigtig ledetråd (common gender ends in -ig).
Definite Plural
Ledetrådene (add -ne to the plural form).
按水平分级的例句
Giv mig en ledetråd.
Give me a clue.
Simple imperative sentence.
Her er en ledetråd.
Here is a clue.
Using 'her er' with a singular noun.
Er det en ledetråd?
Is that a clue?
Simple question.
Jeg har en ledetråd.
I have a clue.
Subject-verb-object structure.
Tak for din ledetråd.
Thanks for your clue.
Using 'tak for' with a possessive pronoun.
Hvad er din ledetråd?
What is your clue?
Interrogative pronoun 'hvad'.
En lille ledetråd.
A small clue.
Adjective-noun agreement.
Se denne ledetråd.
Look at this clue.
Imperative with demonstrative pronoun.
Detektiven fandt en ledetråd.
The detective found a clue.
Past tense verb 'fandt'.
Vi leder efter en ledetråd.
We are looking for a clue.
Present continuous sense using 'leder efter'.
Bogen giver os en ledetråd.
The book gives us a clue.
Third person singular verb 'giver'.
Hvor er den vigtige ledetråd?
Where is the important clue?
Definite noun with adjective 'vigtige'.
Jeg ser ingen ledetråde her.
I see no clues here.
Plural form 'ledetråde' with negation.
Kan du følge denne ledetråd?
Can you follow this clue?
Modal verb 'kan' with infinitive 'følge'.
Hun har mange ledetråde.
She has many clues.
Plural noun with 'mange'.
Dette er en god ledetråd.
This is a good clue.
Common gender adjective 'god'.
Politiet følger en ny ledetråd i sagen.
The police are following a new lead in the case.
Prepositional phrase 'i sagen'.
Uden en ledetråd kan vi ikke løse mysteriet.
Without a clue, we cannot solve the mystery.
Conditional structure with 'uden'.
Han overerså en meget vigtig ledetråd.
He overlooked a very important clue.
Past tense 'overså'.
Hver ledetråd bringer os tættere på sandheden.
Every clue brings us closer to the truth.
Comparative 'tættere på'.
De har fundet flere ledetråde i kælderen.
They have found several clues in the basement.
Perfect tense 'har fundet'.
Denne ledetråd er afgørende for vores succes.
This clue is crucial for our success.
Adjective 'afgørende' used as a predicate.
Vi har brug for mindst én ledetråd mere.
We need at least one more clue.
Phrase 'brug for' with 'mindst'.
Er der nogen ledetråd i brevet?
Is there any clue in the letter?
Pronoun 'nogen' used in a question.
Forskerne fandt en ledetråd i de gamle arkiver.
The researchers found a lead in the old archives.
Definite plural 'arkiverne'.
Det viste sig, at ledetråden var et vildspor.
It turned out that the clue was a false lead.
Passive-like construction 'det viste sig'.
Hun sammenstykke alle ledetrådene til et hele.
She pieced all the clues together into a whole.
Definite plural 'ledetrådene'.
Der findes ingen entydig ledetråd i dette drama.
There is no unambiguous clue in this drama.
Adjective 'entydig' (unambiguous).
Vi må ikke ignorere selv den mindste ledetråd.
We must not ignore even the smallest clue.
Superlative 'mindste' with definite article.
Hans tavshed var i sig selv en ledetråd.
His silence was in itself a clue.
Reflexive phrase 'i sig selv'.
Ledetråden peger i retning af en systematisk fejl.
The clue points in the direction of a systematic error.
Verb 'peger i retning af'.
De fulgte ledetråden hele vejen til grænsen.
They followed the lead all the way to the border.
Adverbial phrase 'hele vejen'.
Den røde tråd i hans argumentation fungerede som en ledetråd for tilhørerne.
The common thread in his argumentation functioned as a guide for the audience.
Metaphorical use of 'ledetråd'.
Efterforskningen beroede på en yderst subtil ledetråd gemt i regnskaberne.
The investigation relied on an extremely subtle clue hidden in the accounts.
Verb 'beroe på' (rely/depend on).
Mangel på ledetråde gjorde opklaringen af forbrydelsen næsten umulig.
A lack of clues made the solving of the crime almost impossible.
Noun 'mangel' followed by 'på'.
Forfatteren udlægger bevidst falske ledetråde for at narre læseren.
The author deliberately lays out false leads to deceive the reader.
Adverb 'bevidst' (deliberately).
Analysen af DNA-sporene gav politiet en afgørende ledetråd.
The analysis of the DNA traces gave the police a decisive lead.
Compound noun 'DNA-sporene'.
Hver eneste ledetråd blev omhyggeligt katalogiseret af teknikerne.
Every single clue was carefully cataloged by the technicians.
Passive voice 'blev katalogiseret'.
Denne historiske ledetråd kaster nyt lys over begivenhederne i 1864.
This historical clue sheds new light on the events of 1864.
Idiom 'kaster nyt lys over'.
Uden en klar ledetråd famler vi i blinde i denne sag.
Without a clear lead, we are groping in the dark in this case.
Idiom 'famle i blinde'.
Det er en subtil ledetråd, der kræver dybdegående hermeneutisk analyse.
It is a subtle clue that requires in-depth hermeneutic analysis.
Academic adjective 'dybdegående'.
Ledetråden var så flygtig, at den næsten undslap selv den mest erfarne detektiv.
The clue was so fleeting that it almost escaped even the most experienced detective.
Adjective 'flygtig' (fleeting/evanescent).
At sammenvæve disse ledetråde kræver et skarpt intellekt og stor tålmodighed.
Interweaving these leads requires a sharp intellect and great patience.
Infinitive as subject 'at sammenvæve'.
Diskursen indeholdt flere ledetråde til forfatterens skjulte dagsorden.
The discourse contained several clues to the author's hidden agenda.
Noun 'diskursen'.
Vi må dekonstruere hver ledetråd for at finde dens oprindelige betydning.
We must deconstruct every clue to find its original meaning.
Verb 'dekonstruere'.
Selv i kaos findes der ofte en ledetråd, der peger mod en form for orden.
Even in chaos, there is often a lead that points toward some form of order.
Contrast between 'kaos' and 'orden'.
Denne ledetråd er selve fundamentet for hele anklageskriftet.
This clue is the very foundation of the entire indictment.
Emphatic pronoun 'selve'.
At forfølge denne ledetråd ville være at åbne for en Pandoras æske.
To pursue this lead would be to open a Pandora's box.
Idiomatic reference to 'Pandoras æske'.
常见搭配
常用短语
— In the process of finding or following a clue.
Jeg er på sporet af en ledetråd.
— The main theme or guiding principle (often 'rød tråd').
Hvad er den røde ledetråd i bogen?
— To follow a clue until the very end/solution.
Vi må følge ledetråden til dørs.
容易混淆的词
Spor is physical (footprints), ledetråd is informational (a clue).
Hint is more casual and often given by a person directly.
Bevis is 'proof' (definitive), ledetråd is just a 'lead' (preliminary).
习语与表达
— To lose the thread of a conversation or thought (similar to 'tabe tråden').
Undskyld, jeg tabte lige ledetråden.
Informal— A small hope or hint in a very difficult situation.
Hendes smil var en ledetråd i mørket.
Poetic— To follow a logical path out of a complex problem.
Vi må følge Ariadnes ledetråd.
Literary— To intentionally leave hints for someone else to find.
Han lagde ledetråde ud i hele huset.
Neutral— Every bit of information matters.
Husk, ingen ledetråd er for lille.
Professional— To be following a false clue or direction.
Vi er helt på vildspor nu.
Neutral— A secret or tip for achieving success.
Her er din ledetråd til succes.
Informal— To quickly act on a small piece of information.
Hun greb straks ledetråden.
Neutral— The key information that solves a complex mess.
Vi har fundet ledetråden i labyrinten.
Metaphorical— A non-standard blend of 'vink med en vognstang' and 'ledetråd'.
Han gav mig en kraftig ledetråd.
Informal容易混淆
Both start with 'lede'.
Ledelse means 'leadership' or 'management', while ledetråd is a 'clue'.
Firmaets ledelse er god.
Both start with 'lede'.
Leder means 'leader' or 'manager' or 'editorial'.
Han er en god leder.
It is half of the word.
Tråd just means 'thread' (physical or metaphorical).
Jeg bruger rød tråd.
Related to finding things.
Vildspor is specifically a 'false' trail.
Vi er på vildspor.
Very similar meaning.
Fingerpeg is often used for trends or general signs, while ledetråd is for specific mysteries.
Det er et fingerpeg om krisen.
句型
Jeg har en [ledetråd].
Jeg har en ledetråd.
Her er en [adjektiv] [ledetråd].
Her er en god ledetråd.
Vi [verbum] en [ledetråd] i [substantiv].
Vi fandt en ledetråd i brevet.
Det viste sig, at [ledetråden] var [adjektiv].
Det viste sig, at ledetråden var falsk.
Uden en [adjektiv] [ledetråd] er det umuligt at [verbum].
Uden en afgørende ledetråd er det umuligt at løse sagen.
At [verbum] denne [ledetråd] kræver [substantiv].
At forfølge denne ledetråd kræver stor ekspertise.
Kan du give mig en [ledetråd]?
Kan du give mig en ledetråd?
Der er flere [ledetråde] at gå efter.
Der er flere ledetråde at gå efter.
词族
名词
动词
形容词
相关
如何使用
High in media, medium in daily life.
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Et ledetråd
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En ledetråd
Ledetråd is a common gender noun (en-ord).
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Lede tråd
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Ledetråd
Danish compound nouns must be written as a single word.
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Using 'ledetråd' for physical footprints.
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Spor
Physical marks are 'spor'. 'Ledetråd' is for information/logic.
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Jeg har ingen ledetråd.
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Jeg har ingen ledetråde.
When expressing a total lack of clues, the plural is usually more natural.
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Han er en ledetråd.
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Han er en leder.
Don't use 'ledetråd' to refer to a person who leads a group.
小贴士
Compound Word Rule
Always combine 'lede' and 'tråd' into one word. Splitting them changes the meaning to an action (to lead thread).
Clue vs. Proof
Don't confuse 'ledetråd' with 'bevis'. A 'ledetråd' suggests where to look, but 'bevis' proves the truth.
Soft D Mastery
Practice the soft 'd' by placing your tongue against your bottom teeth and letting air flow over it.
Nordic Noir
Read Danish crime novels to see this word in its natural habitat. It's the most common place to find it.
Game Night
Next time you play a board game, ask for a 'ledetråd' instead of a 'hint' to practice your Danish.
Think of the Thread
If you forget the word, remember 'lead' + 'thread'. It helps you visualize the meaning immediately.
Adjective Pairing
Use 'afgørende' (decisive) with 'ledetråd' to sound like a native C1/C2 speaker.
News Reports
Listen for 'ledetråd' in news segments about investigations. It's a key word for reporters.
Ariadne
Associate the word with Ariadne's thread. It's the historical and logical root of the term.
Formal vs Informal
Use 'ledetråd' in essays or formal reports; it carries more intellectual weight than 'hint'.
记住它
记忆技巧
Think of 'LEDE' as 'LEAD' and 'TRÅD' as 'THREAD'. A 'Lead-Thread' helps you find your way out of a mystery.
视觉联想
Imagine a detective holding a magnifying glass in one hand and a long red string (thread) in the other that leads to a hidden treasure.
Word Web
挑战
Write a short story about a detective who finds a 'ledetråd' in a library. Use the word three times.
词源
The word is a compound of the Danish verb 'lede' (to lead/guide) and the noun 'tråd' (thread).
原始含义: A thread that leads one out of a difficult place.
Germanic (Danish/Scandinavian).文化背景
No specific sensitivities; the word is neutral and safe to use in all contexts.
Directly equivalent to 'clue' or 'lead'. The 'thread' metaphor is also present in English ('follow the thread'), but 'clue' is the more common noun.
在生活中练习
真实语境
Detective Work
- Sikre en ledetråd
- Efterforske en ledetråd
- En afgørende ledetråd
- Følge sporet af en ledetråd
Games and Puzzles
- Få en ledetråd
- Købe en ledetråd
- En svær ledetråd
- Gætte ud fra en ledetråd
Academic Research
- En historisk ledetråd
- Analysere en ledetråd
- En ledetråd i teksten
- Finde ledetråde i data
Everyday Mysteries
- Har du en ledetråd?
- Jeg mangler en ledetråd
- En lille ledetråd, tak
- Det er en god ledetråd
Literature/Drama
- Forfatterens ledetråde
- En skjult ledetråd
- Den første ledetråd
- Mange små ledetråde
对话开场白
"Hvad er den vigtigste ledetråd i din yndlingskrimi?"
"Kan du give mig en ledetråd til, hvad vi skal spise i aften?"
"Har du nogensinde fundet en ledetråd, der ændrede din mening om noget?"
"Hvilken ledetråd ville du efterlade, hvis du var en detektiv?"
"Er det bedre at have for mange eller for få ledetråde?"
日记主题
Beskriv en gang, hvor du fandt en vigtig ledetråd til et problem i dit liv.
Skriv en kort krimihistorie, der starter med fundet af en mystisk ledetråd.
Hvad betyder udtrykket 'en rød tråd' for dig i forhold til en ledetråd?
Reflektér over, hvordan videnskabsmænd bruger ledetråde til at opdage nye ting.
Hvis dit liv var et mysterium, hvad ville den største ledetråd så være?
常见问题
10 个问题Yes, it is very common, especially when discussing movies, books, or solving puzzles. It is slightly more formal than 'hint' but widely used. For example, if you are guessing a secret, you can say 'Giv mig en ledetråd!' to ask for help.
Think of 'spor' as something you see with your eyes (like a footprint or a stain) and 'ledetråd' as something you process with your brain (like a piece of information or a logical link). If you find a glove at a crime scene, it's a 'spor' that serves as a 'ledetråd'.
No. For leadership, you must use 'ledelse'. While both words come from the verb 'lede' (to lead), 'ledetråd' is strictly for clues and guiding threads.
The 'd' in the middle and at the end are 'soft d's' (blødt d). They sound like the English 'th' in 'feather' or 'the'. It's a very soft, breathy sound, not a hard stop.
It is 'en ledetråd'. It follows the gender of 'tråd', which is common gender (en tråd).
It means 'a common thread' or 'a consistent theme'. While related to 'ledetråd', it is used to describe how a story or argument is connected from beginning to end.
Absolutely. Scientists often talk about 'ledetråde' in their data that point toward a specific discovery or theory. It implies a logical path they are following.
Yes, 'hint' is a very common loanword from English. It is more informal than 'ledetråd'. Use 'hint' with friends and 'ledetråd' when you want to sound more serious or literary.
The plural is 'ledetråde'. To say 'the clues', you say 'ledetrådene'.
It is a 'false lead' or a 'red herring'. It is a piece of information that seems important but actually leads you to the wrong conclusion.
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Skriv en sætning med ordet 'ledetråd'.
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Beskriv hvad en detektiv gør med en ledetråd.
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Hvad er forskellen på et spor og en ledetråd?
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Skriv en dialog hvor en person beder om en ledetråd.
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Brug ordet 'ledetråde' i flertal i en sætning.
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Forklar udtrykket 'en falsk ledetråd'.
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Skriv en sætning om en videnskabelig ledetråd.
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Hvordan føles det at finde en afgørende ledetråd?
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Brug 'ledetråd' i en sætning om en bog.
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Skriv en sætning med 'ledetråden' i bestemt form.
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Hvad gør du, hvis du mangler en ledetråd?
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Brug ordet 'afgørende' sammen med 'ledetråd'.
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Skriv en sætning om at overse noget.
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Hvad er din yndlingsledetråd fra en film?
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Brug 'ledetråd' i en uformel sammenhæng.
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Skriv om at følge en ledetråd til dørs.
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Brug ordet 'subtil' sammen med 'ledetråd'.
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Skriv en sætning om en historisk ledetråd.
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Brug ordet 'vildspor' i en sætning.
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Skriv en konklusion om ordet 'ledetråd'.
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Udtal ordet: 'Ledetråd'.
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Sig sætningen: 'Jeg har en ledetråd.'
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Spørg: 'Kan du give mig en ledetråd?'
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Sig: 'Vi fandt en vigtig ledetråd.'
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Udtal flertal: 'Ledetråde'.
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Sig: 'Politiet følger en ledetråd.'
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Sig: 'Det var en falsk ledetråd.'
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Sig: 'Ingen ledetråd er for lille.'
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Udtal: 'Afgørende ledetråd'.
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Udtal: 'Ledetrådene i sagen'.
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Sig: 'Vi mangler en ledetråd.'
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Sig: 'Her er din første ledetråd.'
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Sig: 'Hun overså ledetråden.'
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Sig: 'Hvad er din ledetråd?'
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Sig: 'Ledetråden peger mod nord.'
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Sig: 'Der er mange små ledetråde.'
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Sig: 'Det er en subtil ledetråd.'
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Sig: 'Vi skal samle alle ledetråde.'
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Sig: 'Tak for hjælpen og ledetråden.'
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Sig: 'Mysteriet mangler en ledetråd.'
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Hvad hører du? 'Jeg har en ledetråd.'
Hvad hører du? 'Giv mig en ledetråd.'
Hvad hører du? 'Der er mange ledetråde.'
Hvad hører du? 'Det var en falsk ledetråd.'
Hvad hører du? 'En afgørende ledetråd.'
Hvad hører du? 'Ledetråden er her.'
Hvad hører du? 'Vi følger ledetråden.'
Hvad hører du? 'Ingen ledetråd i dag.'
Hvad hører du? 'Hun fandt ledetråden.'
Hvad hører du? 'Nye ledetråde dukker op.'
Hvad hører du? 'En lille ledetråd.'
Hvad hører du? 'Mangler du en ledetråd?'
Hvad hører du? 'Det er ledetråden.'
Hvad hører du? 'Følg enhver ledetråd.'
Hvad hører du? 'En subtil ledetråd.'
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Summary
The word 'ledetråd' is essential for describing the process of discovery. It bridges the gap between a mystery and its solution. Example: 'Uden en ledetråd er vi fortabte' (Without a clue, we are lost).
- Ledetråd means 'clue' or 'lead' in Danish, literally 'leading thread'.
- It is a common gender noun: en ledetråd, plural: ledetråde.
- Used in crime stories, research, games, and daily problem-solving contexts.
- Often paired with verbs like 'finde' (find) or 'følge' (follow).
Compound Word Rule
Always combine 'lede' and 'tråd' into one word. Splitting them changes the meaning to an action (to lead thread).
Clue vs. Proof
Don't confuse 'ledetråd' with 'bevis'. A 'ledetråd' suggests where to look, but 'bevis' proves the truth.
Soft D Mastery
Practice the soft 'd' by placing your tongue against your bottom teeth and letting air flow over it.
Nordic Noir
Read Danish crime novels to see this word in its natural habitat. It's the most common place to find it.
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afbryde
B1To stop something from continuing
afbøje
B2To deflect or turn aside.
afgørende
B1决定性的或至关重要的。用于描述决定事情结果的因素。
afholde
B2举行或主办正式活动,如会议或选举。
afhængig
B1Determined or decided by something else
afkorte
B2To shorten or reduce in length.
afmærke
B2标记或指示位置或路线。 '这条小路用红色标记标出。'
afrunde
B2To conclude or make complete.
afslutte
B1正式结束或完成某项任务或过程。
afsløre
B2揭露或揭示原本秘密的事情。 '他终于揭露了他的秘密' 和 '那座雕像将于明天揭幕。'