Spegelvända

Spegelvända is a Swedish word that translates to "mirror-inverted" or "mirror-reversed" in English. It describes an object or image that appears as if viewed in a mirror, meaning its left and right sides are swapped. This phenomenon is commonly observed when looking at one's reflection. In text, spegelvända characters or words occur when they are flipped horizontally. For instance, the letter 'b' can appear spegelvända as 'd' and vice versa.

The concept of spegelvända is relevant in various fields. In optics, it's a fundamental characteristic of reflection from a plane mirror. In psychology, the ability to distinguish between spegelvända and non-spegelvända images is a developmental milestone. In art and design, intentional use of spegelvända elements can create specific aesthetic effects or convey meaning. For example, a logo might be spegelvända in a certain context to grab attention or suggest a duality. In everyday life, misinterpreting a spegelvända image can sometimes lead to confusion or amusement. The term is also used to describe the appearance of certain letters or symbols in handwriting or typography that are reversed from their standard orientation.