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Trött

Tired

Beginneradjective

Definition

Needing rest after work or activity.

Example

Jag är trött efter en lång dag.

I am tired after a long day.

Etymology

'Trött' originates from Old Norse 'þretta', meaning 'to tire', and is related to the Proto-Germanic *þratwō, which indicates a state of fatigue that has persisted over time.

How & Where It’s Used

'Trött' is used in everyday conversation and can vary between informal and formal contexts depending on its usage. It is commonly understood throughout Sweden.

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