slukken

Slukken is a Swedish verb that translates to "to turn off," "to extinguish," or "to shut down" in English. It is a versatile word used in various contexts, from everyday actions to more technical situations. For example, one might slukken a light, meaning to turn it off. Similarly, it can be used to slukken a fire, signifying its extinguishment.

In a technological context, slukken is commonly employed when referring to electronic devices. You might slukken your computer, your television, or your phone. This implies stopping their operation or powering them down. The word can also refer to the cessation of something flowing, such as slukken a tap, meaning to turn off the water.

The verb is an intransitive verb in some uses, meaning it does not require a direct object. For instance, "Lysset slukket" translates to "The light went out." In other instances, it is transitive, taking an object, as in "Jeg vil slukke fjernsynet," meaning "I want to turn off the television." The proper usage depends on the specific meaning and context.