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ens (Swedish)

• Definition: The adjective "ens" in Swedish means "alone," "only," or "single." It describes being solitary or by oneself, often emphasizing that someone or something is without others.

• Usage examples:

  • Jag är ensam hemma. — I am alone at home.
  • Hon kände sig ensam. — She felt lonely.

• Similar words:

  • bara — means "only" but usually refers more to quantity or restriction (e.g., Jag har bara en bok = I have only one book).
  • samma — means "same," but not synonymous with "ens," which relates more to solitude or singularity.
  • ensam — this is more commonly used form related to "ens," specifically means "alone" or "lonely." "Ens" is somewhat literary or can act as an adverb meaning "even" (e.g., inte ens = not even).

• Additional note:

  • "Ens" can also function as an adverb meaning "even" when combined, e.g., inte ens (not even).
  • "Ensam" is the standard adjective used to express loneliness or being alone.

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