setting

ˈsɛtɪŋ
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setting: position of a control or knob
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Translation of setting from English into Dutch,

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Noun

1.

control level

position of a control or knob
  • Set the oven to the highest setting.Zet de oven op de hoogste stand.
2.

story context

time and place where a story happens
  • The setting of the novel is in 19th century London.Het decor van de roman speelt zich af in het Londen van de 19e eeuw.
3.

positioning

position or adjustment of something
  • Check the setting of the thermostat before leaving.Controleer de instelling van de thermostaat voordat u vertrekt

Adjective

astronomy

Rare
disappearing below the horizon
Rare
  • The setting sun painted the sky orange.De ondergaande zon kleurde de lucht oranje.
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Expressions with setting: examples in English and translations in Dutch

tafelgerei
The place setting included a fork, knife, and spoon.
ondergaande zon
zonsondergang
We watched the setting sun from the beach.
tafelopstelling
The table setting included a plate, fork, knife, and spoon.
tijdinstelling
Set the oven's time setting to twenty minutes for the cookies.
doelstelling
doelen stellen
Effective goal setting is crucial for personal development.
prioriteitenstelling
Good priority setting helps managers handle many projects at once.

Images of setting

  • setting: position of a control or knob
    (control level) instelling
  • setting: tableware for one person
    (table arrangement) tafelsetting
  • setting: metal piece holding a gem in jewelry
    (jewelry) zetting

Synonyms and analogies of setting in English

Examples of setting in a sentence

  • The washing machine was on the wrong setting.
  • The setting of the film was a futuristic city.
  • In the play, the setting shifts to a small village.
  • Adjust the setting of the camera for better focus.
  • The setting of the machine was incorrect.
  • The setting included a fork, knife, and spoon.
set
sɛt
Verb
tr.
1.

position

put something in a specific place
  • She set the vase on the table.Ze plaatste de vaas op de tafel.
2.

condition

cause to be in a particular state
  • The news set him thinking.Het nieuws bracht hem aan het denken.
3.

decide or specify

decide or clearly state something officially or formally
vaststellen bepalen regels vastleggen besluiten nemen
  • The teacher set the rules for the class.De leraar stelde de regels voor de klas vast.
Noun
1.

technology

US
device for receiving broadcast signals
US
  • He turned on the television set to watch the news.Hij zette de televisie aan om naar het nieuws te kijken.
2.

social group

group of people with shared interests
  • The jazz set meets every Friday night.De jazzclub komt elke vrijdagavond bijeen.
3.

math concept

TECH.
group of distinct objects treated as one whole
TECH.
  • The set contains three numbers: 2, 4, and 6.De verzameling bevat drie getallen: 2, 4 en 6.
Adjective
1.

preparation

ready or prepared for action or use
  • The actors are set for the scene.De acteurs zijn klaar voor de scène
2.

planning

prearranged or established
  • The meeting time is set for 3 PM.De vergadertijd is vastgesteld op 15.00 uur.
3.

stability

fixed in position or state
  • The jewels were set in gold.De juwelen waren vastgezet in goud.
4.

determination

determined to do something
  • She was set on winning the race.Ze was vastbesloten om de race te winnen.

Expressions with set: examples in English and translations in Dutch

opzetten
klaarzetten
They set up the equipment for the concert.
helemaal klaar
gereed
We are all set for the trip.
laten uitstappen
uitstappen
The bus set down passengers at the station.
betreden
binnenkomen
She never set foot in that house again.
de klok terugzetten
de tijd terugdraaien
Remember to set back the clock before you go to bed.
aansteken
The vandals set fire to the abandoned building.

Translations of "setting" in Context ordered by category and frequency

Noun
omgevingnf.

A collaborating spirit promotes trust and success in any professional setting.

Een samenwerkende geest bevordert vertrouwen en succes in elke professionele omgeving.

instellingnf.

A disabling setting in the app stopped notifications from coming through.

Een instelling in de app zorgde ervoor dat meldingen werden uitgeschakeld.

stellennnpl.

Parents sometimes get their own way by setting firm but fair rules.

Ouders krijgen soms hun zin door duidelijke maar eerlijke regels te stellen.

vaststellingnf.

This should be taken into account when setting dates for mandatory equipment.

Daarmee moet rekening worden gehouden bij de vaststelling van termijnen voor verplichte uitrusting.

kadernn.

He places sculptures, films and music in a theatrical setting.

Sculpturen, films en muziek plaatst hij in een theatraal kader.

decornn.

They created a fictitious city as the setting for their novel.

Ze bedachten een fictieve stad als decor voor hun roman.

standnm.

Our new conditioner has a setting for both heating and cooling.

Onze nieuwe airco heeft een stand voor zowel verwarmen als koelen.

achtergrondnm.

You have to describe the passing of time through the setting.

Je moet beschrijven hoe de tijd passeert door de achtergrond.

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Other translations for setting:

  • locatienf.
  • sfeernmf.
  • liggingnf.
  • pleknf.
  • montuurn.
  • niveaunn.

setting: Examples and translations in context

Making personal remarks in a professional setting is often seen as inappropriate.

Persoonlijke opmerkingen maken in een professionele omgeving wordt vaak als ongepast gezien.

The pushy tone of the email was inappropriate for a professional setting.

De opdringerige toon van de e-mail was ongepast in een professionele omgeving.

No one should tolerate insulting language in a professional setting.

Niemand zou grove taal in een professionele omgeving moeten accepteren.

Arbitration provides a private setting for resolving sensitive business disagreements.

Arbitrage biedt een besloten omgeving om gevoelige zakelijke conflicten te behandelen.

She found his coarse language inappropriate in such a formal setting.

Ze vond zijn grove taalgebruik ongepast in zo'n formele omgeving.

The sports arena offers an ideal setting for both training and official matches.

De sportarena biedt een ideale omgeving voor zowel trainingen als officiële wedstrijden.

Socializing allows children to practice communication skills in a structured setting.

Door socialisatie kunnen kinderen in een veilige omgeving hun communicatieve vaardigheden oefenen.

Their house is further away but has a more peaceful setting.

Hun huis ligt verder weg, maar de omgeving is er een stuk rustiger.

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