obetänksam

Obetänksam is a Swedish adjective that describes someone or something lacking in thoughtfulness or consideration. It directly translates to "unthoughtful" or "inconsiderate" in English. This term is used to characterize actions, words, or even individuals who fail to consider the feelings, needs, or potential impact of their behavior on others.

The essence of obetänksam lies in a failure of foresight or empathy. An obetänksam remark might be one that is unintentionally hurtful due to a lack of awareness of the recipient's sensitivities. Similarly, an obetänksam action could be something that causes inconvenience or distress without the perpetrator realizing it. It is not necessarily malicious, but rather a demonstration of a lack of careful consideration.

Examples of obetänksam behavior might include interrupting someone frequently, making insensitive jokes, or forgetting an important commitment without offering a proper explanation. The opposite of obetänksam would be a person or action that is well-considered, thoughtful, and mindful of others. The term carries a negative connotation, suggesting a deficiency in social awareness or emotional intelligence.