No. 449 in Norwegian
preget
"Preget" means "characterized" or "marked" in English.
In a sentence
Byen ble sterkt preget av stormen.
The city was heavily affected by the storm.
Here, 'preget' means 'affected' or 'impacted', showing the influence the storm had on the city.
Hans kunst er preget av impresjonismen.
His art is characterized by impressionism.
In this context, 'preget' signifies being 'characterized by' or 'marked by', indicating the defining features of his art.
Hennes tone var preget av sorg.
Her tone was marked by sorrow.
Here, 'preget' implies 'marked by' or 'tinged with', describing the manner or expression of her tone.
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