No. 1,484 in Swedish
kliv
Step or stride.
In a sentence
Han tog ett stort kliv över bäcken.
He took a big step over the creek.
In this sentence, 'kliv' is used to describe a physical, larger or deliberate step, emphasizing an action of movement.
Du behöver ta ett kliv framåt i din karriär.
You need to take a step forward in your career.
Here, 'kliv' is employed figuratively, representing progress or advancement in a non-physical aspect, such as personal development or career.
Hon gjorde ett kliv upp på scenen och började sjunga.
She made a step up on the stage and started singing.
In this sentence, 'kliv' refers to an act of stepping onto a specific platform or elevation, indicating a physical transition or position change.
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