slutna

Slutna is a term found primarily in the Scandinavian languages, particularly Swedish, where it functions as an adjective meaning "closed" or "shut." The word is derived from the Swedish verb sluta, which means "to close" or "to end," and follows the typical morphological pattern for past participles in the language. In common usage, slutna is applied to objects or situations that are no longer accessible or functional, such as a closed shop, shut door, or finished event.

The adjective appears in numerous idiomatic expressions and technical contexts. For instance, in archival and library sciences, the phrase slutna arkiv refers to archives that are closed to the public, either temporarily or permanently. In everyday conversation, slutna lådor (closed boxes) can describe inventory that has been sealed for safety or legal reasons. The term also appears in legal documentation, where it may specify that a facility or service is no longer operating.

Beyond its adjectival use, slutna can function as an informal noun in some dialects, referring to a closed place or an end of a matter. The term is sometimes cited in contrast to its opposite, öppna, meaning "open." Because it is a relatively common word, it is typically found in dictionaries and language learning resources rather than in specialized encyclopedias. It is also occasionally encountered as a surname in genealogical records, though such usage is rare.