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No. 10,772 in Swedish

köpes

"Purchased" or "wanted to buy."

In a sentence

  • Böcker köpes billigt av intresserade.

    Books are bought cheaply by those interested.

    The word 'köpes' is used in a passive construction, indicating that books are being purchased.

  • Biljetter köpes i förväg för bättre platser.

    Tickets are bought in advance for better seats.

    Here, 'köpes' expresses that tickets are being purchased in advance, showing intention.

  • Gammalt porslin köpes av samlare.

    Old porcelain is bought by collectors.

    In this case, 'köpes' denotes an ongoing activity where old porcelain items are being acquired by collectors.

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