Swedish · Adjectives
Ren
Clean
Beginneradjective
Definition
Free from dirt. Also the word for reindeer.
Example
Rummet är rent och fint.
The room is clean and nice.
Etymology
'Ren' stems from the Old Norse 'hreinn', meaning 'clean' or 'pure', and is related to the Proto-Germanic '*hraina'. This word has retained its original meaning through the ages across various Germanic languages.
How & Where It’s Used
'Ren' is used widely in both formal and informal contexts, suitable for spoken and written language. It is easily understood throughout Sweden, showing no significant regional variations.