fjärran

"Fjärran" is a Swedish word that translates to "far" or "distant" in English. It is primarily used as an adjective to describe something that is located at a great distance from the observer or point of reference. The term can apply to both physical and metaphorical distances, encompassing spatial, temporal, and emotional contexts.

In spatial terms, "fjärran" refers to places or objects that are physically distant. For example, one might describe a city as *fjärran* if it is located far away from where the speaker is standing. The word is often used in contrast to "nära," which means "near." The comparative and superlative forms of "fjärran" are "fjärrare" (farther) and "fjärraste" (farthest), respectively.

Temporally, "fjärran" can describe events or periods that are far removed in time. For instance, a historical event might be referred to as *fjärran* if it occurred many years ago. It can also convey a sense of something being in the distant future, though this usage is less common.

Emotionally or metaphorically, "fjärran" may describe a state of being distant or removed from something, such as a relationship or connection. For example, someone might feel *fjärran* from their emotions or from a particular person, indicating a lack of closeness or intimacy.

The word can also appear in compound words and phrases, such as "fjärran skymta," which means "a distant glimpse" or "fjärran framtid," meaning "distant future." In poetry and literature, "fjärran" is often used evocatively to create a sense of distance, solitude, or longing.

In Swedish grammar, "fjärran" follows the pattern of weak adjectives, meaning it takes the suffix *-a* in the positive form and adjusts its endings based on gender, number, and definiteness in the definite form. For example, it becomes *fjärran* for singular indefinite, *fjärran* for plural indefinite, and *fjärra* for singular definite neuter. Its usage reflects the broader linguistic and cultural emphasis on describing spatial and emotional relationships in Swedish.