Påminna

Påminna is a Swedish verb that translates to "remind" in English. It is used to denote the act of bringing something back to someone's memory, often a forgotten detail, a task, or an event. The verb can be used in various contexts, from personal interactions to formal notifications.

For instance, one might påminna a friend about a meeting, or a company might påminna its customers about an upcoming payment deadline. The object of the reminder is typically introduced with the preposition "om," meaning "about." For example, "Jag vill påminna dig om mötet" translates to "I want to remind you about the meeting."

The verb is derived from the Old Norse word "minna," which also relates to memory and recollection. The prefix "på-" in Swedish often indicates an intensification or an act of doing something thoroughly. Therefore, "påminna" suggests a deliberate effort to make something remembered.

In its various grammatical forms, "påminna" can be conjugated to express different tenses and moods. The infinitive form is "påminna," the present tense is "påminner," the past tense is "påminde," and the past participle is "påmint." Understanding these forms is essential for using the verb correctly in Swedish sentences.