kännetecknad

The Swedish term *kännetecknad* translates directly to "characterized" or "distinguished" in English. It is an adjective that describes something or someone as having distinctive or defining features. The word is derived from the Swedish verb *känneteckna*, which means "to characterize" or "to distinguish," and the noun *kännetecken*, meaning "characteristic" or "distinguishing mark."

In Swedish grammar, *kännetecknad* functions as a past participle and is often used in passive constructions. For example, "en produkt kännetecknad av kvalitet" translates to "a product characterized by quality." It can also appear in noun phrases to describe inherent traits, such as "en kultur kännetecknad av mångfald," meaning "a culture characterized by diversity."

The term is commonly used in both formal and informal contexts to highlight specific attributes of people, objects, or phenomena. It can apply to abstract concepts, such as "en tid kännetecknad av förändring," describing "a period characterized by change," or to tangible entities, like "en stad kännetecknad av sin arkitektur," referring to "a city distinguished by its architecture."

In Swedish literature and media, *kännetecknad* is frequently employed to emphasize defining characteristics, often in descriptive passages. Its usage reflects a focus on identifying and conveying essential traits that set one subject apart from others. The word is versatile and can be paired with a wide range of adjectives or nouns to convey nuanced meanings.