svackor

Svackor is the plural form of the Swedish noun svacka. The term denotes low points, depressions, or indentations in various contexts. It is used both in literal senses for physical landscapes and in figurative uses.

In geography and geomorphology, svackor describe natural depressions or troughs between higher ridges, often affecting drainage, soil moisture, and vegetation. They can range from shallow dips in gently rolling terrain to more pronounced basins shaped by erosion or tectonic activity.

In mathematics and data presentation, svacka can refer to a local minimum on a curve or surface, where the function value is lower than at neighboring points. The plural svackor is used when discussing several such minima.

In everyday language, svacka also conveys a downturn or dip, such as a temporary decrease in mood, performance, or economic indicators.

Etymology and usage: Svacka is a native Swedish word, and its plural is svackor following the standard -a to -or pattern for forming plural nouns. The term is widely understood in Sweden and appears in dictionaries, geography texts, and mathematical contexts. See also depression (geography), valley, and local minimum.