hänta

hänta is a Swedish word that literally translates to "the tail" in English. It is most commonly used to refer to the tail of an animal. Beyond its literal meaning, hänta can also be used figuratively in various contexts. For example, it might refer to the rear end of a line or queue, as in "stå i hänta" (to stand at the end). The word can also describe something that follows or trails behind, akin to a trailing part or appendage. In some colloquial uses, hänta might even refer to a person's posterior. The specific nuance of the word often depends on the context in which it is used. It is a relatively common word in the Swedish language, encountered in everyday conversation and literature.