No. 4,845 in Swedish
bell
The Swedish word "bell" translates to "fur" or "coat" (of an animal) in English.
In a sentence
Ringa klockan när det är dags för middag.
Ring the bell when it's time for dinner.
The word 'bell' here ('klockan') refers to a physical object used to signal an event or action.
Kyrkklockorna ringer varje söndag.
The church bells ring every Sunday.
In this context, 'bell' ('klockorna') signifies the large bells found in churches that are rung on specific occasions.
Han köpte en liten klocka som present.
He bought a small bell as a gift.
Here, 'bell' ('klocka') is used to describe a small decorative or functional object with a ringing feature often suitable as a keepsake or gift.
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