förfärliga

Fförfärliga is a Swedish adjective that translates to "terrible," "awful," "dreadful," or "horrible" in English. It is used to describe something that is extremely unpleasant, shocking, or of very poor quality. The word can be applied to a wide range of situations, emotions, or objects.

For instance, one might describe a terrible accident as "en förfärlig olycka." A deeply unpleasant experience could be "en förfärlig upplevelse." The adjective can also be used to express strong negative emotions, such as feeling "förfärligt ledsen" (terribly sad). In terms of quality, something exceptionally bad, like a poorly made meal, might be called "förfärligt" (terrible).

The word derives from the Old Norse word "förfärligr," which carries similar connotations of fear and dread. It is a commonly used word in Swedish, highlighting the intensity of the negative sentiment being conveyed. Its usage is widespread across various contexts, from personal feelings to objective descriptions of events or things.