SAT Word Skills 5 - Lektion 28

to experience intense physical or emotional pain or distress

plåga

to make a room or building look more attractive by repairing, redecorating, or cleaning it

renovera

to rub a surface to make it smooth, shiny, or glossy, often using a tool or an abrasive material

polera

to clean, refine, and shine something

polera

to damage the appearance of something by causing a flaw or imperfection

skada

to make dull, dark, or discolored as a consequence of exposure to air, dust, or moisture

mörka

to engage in a short argument

to wave or swing something, usually a weapon, as a sign of threat or excitement

svänga

to fill a place or container with something, especially after it has been used or emptied

fylla på

to strongly advise a person to take a particular action

förmana

to generously give or spend, especially on luxurious or extravagant things

slösa

to use constant and gentle flattery to make someone do something

smöra

to make up for the expense or cost of something

ersätta

to cause someone lose interest through excessive use of something initially pleasing

metta

to accompany or escort a person or group as a means of protection

eskorten

to press or grind your teeth together to show pain or anger

gnissla tänder

to wait in a concealed location and launch a surprise attack on a target

överraska

to meet at an agreed-upon time and place, often for a specific purpose or activity

träffas