adverbpreposition
ned
down
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Ned (Swedish)
Definition:
"Ned" is an adverb in Swedish meaning "down" or "downwards." It indicates a direction from a higher position to a lower one.
Examples:
- "Han gick ned för trappan." — "He went down the stairs."
- "Solen gick ned i väst." — "The sun went down in the west."
Similar / Related Words:
| Swedish | English | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| upp | up, upwards | Opposite of "ned," indicating upward direction. |
| ner | down | Synonym to "ned," often used interchangeably. "Ner" is more colloquial while "ned" may appear in formal or written contexts. |
Usage notes:
- "Ned" is typically used with verbs to describe movement downward.
- "Ner" is often preferred in spoken language, though both are grammatically correct.
Example comparison:
- "Han gick ned trappan." (More formal)
- "Han gick ner trappan." (More colloquial / everyday speech)
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Examples
Han gick ned för trappan.adverb
He went down the stairs.
Barnen satt ned på golvet.adverb
The children sat down on the floor.
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