grovlekar
Grovlekar is a term used in Swedish-language discourse to describe rough play between children. It denotes activities that involve physical contact, grappling, or pushing, where the physical element is central to the game. The word is formed from grov, meaning rough, and leka, to play, with the plural or noun-forming suffix -ar.
Usage and interpretation: In parenting guides, schools, and pediatric materials, grovlekar is used to classify a
Regional notes: The term is most commonly found in Swedish. Cognate forms exist in related Nordic languages,
See also: Play, Child development, Risk in play, Parenting resources, School safety.