avsedd

Avsedd is a Swedish adjective meaning intended, designed for, or foreseen. It describes something that has been designated for a particular purpose, audience, or outcome. The term is common in formal writing, such as policy documents, regulations, project plans, and legal texts, but also appears in everyday language when indicating purpose.

Usage notes: Avsedd is used to mark that something is not accidental but planned or designated. It often appears in phrases describing who something is for or what it is meant to accomplish, for example: den avsedda målgruppen (the intended target group), det avsedda ändamålet (the intended purpose), avsedda användningsområden (intended uses). The word can be inflected to reflect gender and number in Swedish, with forms such as avsedd (singular common gender), avsedda (plural or definite forms in some contexts), and related derivations.

Context and nuance: Avsedd carries a formal or official tone and is frequently found in planning, administrative, and policy contexts. It implies deliberate designation rather than casual or incidental use. In translation, avsedd is typically rendered as “intended,” “designated,” or “meant for,” depending on the surrounding text.

Related considerations: The concept is closely linked to language about purpose and planning, and it is distinct from terms that indicate merely hypothetical or accidental use. While similar to synonyms such as avset, avsikt, or avsedd användning in some contexts, avsedd emphasizes designation for a specific purpose or audience.

See also: avsikt (intention) and avsikten (the intention).