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lantlig

rural

Definition & meaning

Lantlig means rural, countryside, or country-style. It describes something associated with the countryside, either in location or in character and appearance.

Grammar & Word origin

Lantlig is an adjective:

  • Common gender: lantlig
  • Neuter: lantligt
  • Plural or definite: lantliga

It is formed from lant-, relating to the countryside, and the adjective-forming suffix -lig.

Synonyms & antonyms

  • rural — rural; a more formal term, often used for geographic or social contexts.
  • rustik — rustic; emphasizes a simple, traditional style rather than a countryside location.
  • urban — urban; relating to a city rather than the countryside.
  • stadsmässig — urban or city-like in character.

Common phrases & collocations

  • lantlig miljö — rural setting
  • lantlig idyll — idyllic countryside scene
  • lantlig stil — country style

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Examples

De bor i ett lantligt hus.adjective

They live in a rural house.

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