rundor

Rundor is the plural form of the Swedish noun runda, meaning a round, turn, or stage within a sequence of events. The term is used to describe discrete units in a larger process, where each round represents a distinct phase that leads toward a final outcome. Rundor can refer to competitive disciplines, decision-making procedures, or iterative cycles in various contexts.

In sports and games, rundor are a common way to organize a competition. They can denote stages such as group rounds, knockout rounds, or matchdays where teams or players compete in a series of games. In golf, for example, a single round (runda) is typically a primary unit of play, and a tournament may consist of multiple rounds. In tournament formats, the progression from one round to the next is often governed by results, seeding, and bracket structures.

Rundor are also used in political and organizational decision-making. If no candidate wins an outright majority, elections might proceed to additional rounds (rundor) to determine a winner. In procedural contexts, rounds can describe iterative cycles of review, testing, or production, where each round yields results that influence the next.

Etymologically, rundor stems from the root meaning to go around or to complete a circuit, and it is tied to the broader family of terms for rounds, laps, and cycles in Scandinavian languages. The exact usage can vary by domain, but the core idea remains a distinct phase within a larger ongoing process.

See also: round, runda, round-robin.