Lånat

Lånat is a Swedish word that translates to "borrowed" in English. It is the supine past participle of the verb "låna," which means "to borrow." The word lånat is used when referring to something that has been taken from someone else with the intention of returning it later. For example, one might say "Jag har lånat en bok" which means "I have borrowed a book." The grammatical form of lånat is invariant, meaning it does not change based on gender or number of the noun it modifies. It is a common and essential word in the Swedish language, frequently used in everyday conversations and written contexts alike when discussing temporary possession of an item. The concept of borrowing is fundamental to many social and economic interactions, and lånat captures this idea precisely in Swedish. It can refer to tangible items like tools or books, as well as intangible things such as advice or time, provided the understanding of eventual return or repayment exists.