komplicerade

Komplicerade is a Swedish adjective meaning "complicated" or "intricate." It is used to describe things that have many parts, interdependencies, or are difficult to understand, solve, or operate. In everyday and formal language, it can refer to processes, systems, problems, or situations that require careful analysis or effort.

Etymology and usage context: Komplicerade derives from the verb kompl icera, itself from Latin complicare, meaning to fold together or entwine. The word entered Swedish in the early modern period and has since become a standard term in technical discourse, journalism, education, and everyday speech. It is often contrasted with simpler or more straightforward terms such as enkel or lätt, to emphasize complexity rather than mere difficulty.

Grammar and inflection: Komplicerade inflects for number and definiteness. The base forms include komplicerad (singular common gender and feminine), komplicerat (neuter singular), and komplicerade (plural, or singular definite when describing multiple items). Definite forms are used with a definite noun, as in den komplicerade frågan (the complicated question) or de komplicerade frågorna (the complicated questions). The form komplicerade is also the past participle of the verb komplicera and can function as a predicate adjective or modifier in passive constructions, as in frågorna var komplicerade.

Related terms and usage notes: Synonyms include intrikat, komplex, and besvärlig, with nuances varying by context. Komplicerade is common in technical writing, legal language, and media when detailing systems, procedures, or analyses that require thorough consideration. It can convey neutral description or imply a need for careful handling, depending on tone and context. See also related forms of the verb and adjectives describing simplicity or complexity.