Omständlig

Omständlig is a Swedish adjective that describes something as being unnecessarily complicated, long-winded, or troublesome. It can refer to a process, an explanation, a person's behavior, or even an object that is difficult to use or manage due to its complexity. The word often carries a slightly negative connotation, implying a lack of efficiency or straightforwardness.

For instance, a bureaucratic procedure might be described as omständlig if it involves too many steps or requires excessive paperwork. Similarly, a lengthy and convoluted explanation that is hard to follow could be called omständlig. In everyday conversation, if someone takes a very roundabout way of saying something, their manner of speaking might be deemed omständlig.

The opposite of omständlig would be something straightforward, simple, or efficient. The term emphasizes the burden or difficulty introduced by excessive details or a lack of clarity. It is a common word used in Swedish to express mild frustration with overly complex situations or communication.