No. 240 in Swedish
öka
Increase.
In a sentence
Jag vill öka mina kunskaper i matematik.
I want to increase my knowledge in mathematics.
The verb 'öka' is used here in the sense of 'to increase,' showcasing its application in a personal, abstract concept, highlighting growth in understanding or skills.
Priset på bensin har börjat öka.
The price of gasoline has started to rise.
Here, 'öka' refers to an increase in quantity or amount, applied contextually to prices, showing its frequent use in economic or value-related discussions.
Att öka hastigheten kan vara farligt på hala vägar.
Increasing speed can be dangerous on slippery roads.
In this sentence, 'öka' is applied to describe the action of increasing a measurable metric, such as speed, emphasizing its practical and physical attributes.
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