lägga

Lägga is a Swedish verb with multiple meanings, primarily revolving around the concept of placing or putting something down. Its most common usage is to place an object in a horizontal position or onto a surface. For example, one might "lägga en bok på bordet" (lay a book on the table). It can also refer to laying something out, such as "lägga ut en matta" (lay out a rug).

Beyond physical placement, "lägga" can also denote the act of adding or contributing. For instance, "lägga till en kommentar" translates to "add a comment." In a financial context, it can mean to deposit money, as in "lägga pengar i banken" (put money in the bank). The verb also appears in idiomatic expressions. "Lägga av" can mean to stop or cease an action, or in a more colloquial sense, to leave or go away. "Lägga ner" often signifies closing down a business or ceasing an activity. The precise meaning of "lägga" is dependent on the context in which it is used.