lättviktig

Lättviktig is a Swedish adjective used to describe something of minor importance or low significance. The term combines lätt (light or easy) with viktig (important), producing a sense that the thing in question is not weighty or consequential in a given context. It is mainly found in informal language, opinion writing, and media commentary, and is not widely documented in formal dictionaries. As such, it can be regarded as a neologism or colloquial expression.

Etymology and usage ideas: Lättviktig is a transparent compound formed from two common Swedish adjectives. Because it is not a standard dictionary headword, its acceptance and exact connotations can vary by speaker and region. In practice, the word is often used to downplay a topic, argument, or decision, signaling that its practical impact is limited or that it should not be given heavy consideration. Some contexts favor more established formulations such as mindre viktig or obetydlig, but lättviktig may be chosen for stylistic effect, especially in casual or opinionated prose.

Examples: Ett lättviktigt argument. Denna fråga är ett lättviktigt bekymmer jämfört med större problem. Such usage typically aims to frame a subject as comparatively trivial without denying its existence.

See also: obetydlig; mindre viktig; lågt prioriterad. Note: The term’s usage is more common in contemporary, informal registers and may be perceived as stylistic rather than standard Swedish.