slukte

Slukte is a Swedish verb that translates to "swallowed" in English. It is the past tense form of the verb "sluka," which means to swallow, devour, or gulp. The word can be used literally to describe the act of ingesting food or drink. For example, "Han slukte maten" means "He swallowed the food."

Beyond its literal meaning, "slukte" can also be used figuratively. It can describe the act of consuming something quickly or eagerly, such as information or entertainment. For instance, "Hon slukte boken" translates to "She devoured the book," implying she read it very quickly and with great interest. Similarly, "Folk slukte nyhetene" could mean "People eagerly consumed the news."

The verb "sluka" and its past tense "slukte" can also convey a sense of being overwhelmed or consumed by something, such as darkness or a feeling. "Mørket slukte ham" means "The darkness swallowed him," suggesting he was completely engulfed by it. The word emphasizes a complete and often rapid absorption or engulfment.