Kåporna

Kåporna is the definite plural form of the Swedish noun kåpa, a term used for coverings that shelter, protect, or conceal a part of an object. The word encompasses a range of meanings from clothing to machinery, and the exact sense is determined by context.

In clothing and textiles, a kåpa refers to a hood or hooded part of a garment. Historically, kåpor could denote hooded outerwear or cloaks, while in modern usage the term for everyday outerwear is more often kappa or jacka; kåpa remains a specialized term for a hood or protective cover.

In technical and industrial contexts, kåpa denotes a protective cover or enclosure for equipment, engines, instruments, or electrical components. This sense is common in manuals and product descriptions, where a kåpa serves to shield sensitive parts from dust, moisture, or impact. The plural kåporna would thus point to several such covers.

Etymologically, kåpa is related to other Germanic terms for cap or hood, with cognates in related languages. The definite plural kåporna is used when referring to multiple coverings in a general sense, regardless of whether they belong to garments or machinery.

The term appears across Swedish language usage, with the precise meaning driven by context. It can describe a hood on clothing, a protective engine or machine cover, or a hood-like architectural or decorative element, all united by the core idea of a covering that conceals or protects.