hänförs

Hänförs is a Swedish present passive form of the verb hänföra, meaning to enthrall, captivate, or move someone to awe. In grammar, hänförs describes a state in which a subject is deeply impressed by something, rather than actively causing the impression. The construction typically appears with the agent introduced by av: for example, "Publiken hänförs av konserten" (the audience is captivated by the concert). The subject may be a person, a group, or even nature or art.

The verb hänföra conveys drawing someone into awe or admiration; the passive form reflects that effect being experienced by the subject. The sense is generally positive and emphasizes emotional or aesthetic impact rather than physical action.

In contemporary Swedish, hänförs is more common in literary or formal registers; in everyday speech speakers may use alternatives such as "blir fascinerad" or "imponerad." It can refer to experiences of art, music, scenery, or events that evoke strong admiration.

Related forms: The adjective hänförande means captivating or spellbinding; the past passive hänfördes means "was captivated." See also terms in related contexts such as fascination, awe, and enchantment.