Genomskingliga

Genomskingliga is a Swedish term that translates to "translucent" or "partially transparent" in English. It describes a quality of an object or material that allows light to pass through it, but not so clearly that one can see distinct objects on the other side. Instead, shapes and colors may be blurred or indistinct. This is in contrast to transparent objects, through which objects can be seen clearly, and opaque objects, which do not allow light to pass through at all.

The term is often used to describe natural phenomena. For example, a thin layer of ice on a pond might be described as genomskinglig, allowing some light to penetrate but obscuring the bottom. Similarly, certain types of clouds can be genomskingliga, permitting sunlight to filter through and create a hazy illumination. In art and design, materials like frosted glass or thin fabrics can possess this quality, creating a soft, diffused light effect.

Genomskingliga occupies a middle ground between complete transparency and complete opacity. It suggests a diffusion or scattering of light as it passes through, preventing a clear view but still allowing for some illumination and a sense of what lies beyond. The degree of genomskinglighet can vary, ranging from almost transparent to nearly opaque, depending on the material's thickness and composition.