bruke (english) - meaning, definition, translation, pronunciation

Part of Speech

Verb

Phonetic Transcription

/bʊrəke/

Meaning and Usage

The term "bruke" is not a standard English word. It appears to be a misspelling or a term from another language. However, in Norwegian, "bruke" means "to use." If you meant it in the context of the Norwegian language, it frequently appears in both oral and written communication.

• Frequency of Use: In Norwegian, it's a common verb used in various contexts, including everyday conversation and literature.

Example Sentences

1. Jeg vil bruke denne boken til prosjektet mitt.
   I will use this book for my project.

2. Hvordan bruker jeg dette programmet?
   How do I use this program?

3. Du må vite hvordan du skal bruke verktøyene.
   You need to know how to use the tools.

Idiomatic Expressions

While "bruke" itself does not have widely recognized idiomatic expressions in English, the equivalent English term "to use" is integral to many idioms. Here are some examples:

1. Use it or lose it
   If you don't practice, you will lose your skills.
   Norwegian: Hvis du ikke øver, vil du miste ferdighetene dine.

2. Put to good use
   We should find a way to put this knowledge to good use.
   Norwegian: Vi bør finne en måte å bruke denne kunnskapen godt på.

3. Use your head
   Make sure to use your head when making decisions.
   Norwegian: Sørg for å bruke hodet når du tar beslutninger.

Etymology

The Norwegian verb "bruke" derives from Old Norse "bruka," which means "to use, employ." It is linked to the Proto-Germanic root *brukōną, which also relates to similar terms in other Germanic languages, denoting usage or employment of an object or concept.

Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms: Utilize, Employ, Apply
Antonyms: Misuse, Abandon, Neglect