Bestämma
Bestämma is a Swedish verb meaning to decide, determine, or fix something, and to set rules, boundaries, or arrangements. It can also be used reflexively as bestämma sig, meaning to decide for oneself or settle on a course of action.
In transitive use, bestämma takes a direct object: bestämma något. For example, Vi bestämmer datumet, meaning
In reflexive use, bestämma sig för followed by a clause or gerund expresses a personal decision: Hon
Grammatical notes: The verb conjugates as infinitive bestämma; present tense bestämmer; past tense bestämde; supine bestämt;
Etymology and usage context: Bestämma is a native Swedish verb with broad usage across various domains, including