No. 9,951 in Swedish
hissar
"Elevators" or "lifts."
In a sentence
De hissar flaggan varje morgon.
They hoist the flag every morning.
The word 'hissar' here is used in the context of lifting or raising, specifically the flag in this case.
Jag känner mig nervös när jag åker hissar i höga byggnader.
I feel nervous when I ride elevators in tall buildings.
Here, 'hissar' refers to 'elevators,' showcasing its usage as a noun meaning a transport device.
Hissar du någonsin på stranden?
Do you ever paddle on the beach?
In this context, 'hissar' could be mistakenly understood as paddling, but interpreting the right intention requires confirming intended meaning as the word 'hissar' does not typically mean paddling.
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