No. 743 in Danish
stik
"Stik" in Danish can mean "stab," "prick," "injection," "plug," or "outlet," depending on context.
In a sentence
Jeg følte et stik i fingeren fra nålen.
I felt a sting in my finger from the needle.
Here, 'stik' means 'sting' or 'prick', referring to a small sharp sensation of pain.
Der var et elektrisk stik i væggen.
There was an electrical socket in the wall.
In this context, 'stik' refers to an electrical outlet or socket.
Han gav mig et stik med sin kommentar.
He took a jab at me with his comment.
In this usage, 'stik' is a metaphorical jab or critical remark.
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