Ifrånifrån

Ifrånifrån is a Swedish term that translates literally to "from from" or "from away." It is used in various contexts to describe something originating from a distant or unspecified location, or a departure from a previous state or position. In a geographical sense, ifrånifrån can denote a starting point that is far away, implying a journey or a significant distance covered. Figuratively, it can refer to a point of origin or a cause that is not immediately apparent or is considered remote. The word emphasizes a sense of origin and separation from the current context. It is often contrasted with terms that indicate proximity or a direct source. For instance, a statement might be described as having come ifrånifrån, suggesting it was not directly communicated or originated from an external, possibly unreliable, source. The phrase conveys a notion of distance, both physical and abstract.