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No. 3,387 in Swedish

backar

"Hills" or "slopes" in English.

In a sentence

  • Jag kör långsamt eftersom backar på vägen är branta.

    I drive slowly because the slopes on the road are steep.

    In this context, 'backar' refers to slopes or inclines on the road, highlighting geographical features and their impact on driving.

  • Kan du fylla på vin i alla backar i köket?

    Can you refill wine in all crates in the kitchen?

    Here, 'backar' denotes crates or boxes used for carrying bottles or items, illustrating its application in object reference.

  • Han backar alltid undan när han hör en högljudd diskussion.

    He always backs away when he hears a loud discussion.

    In this example, 'backar' is used as a verb meaning 'to back away,' showing its functional role in describing actions or behavior.

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