tidlösa

Tidlösa is a Swedish adjective meaning timeless or ageless, used to describe people, objects, or concepts perceived as not bound to a particular era or moment.

Etymology and form: The word is formed from tid (time) and the suffix -lös, meaning without. The base form is tidlös; in use the ending changes with gender and number. For example: en tidlös bok, ett tidlöst verk, tidlösa böcker. In definite forms one would say den tidlösa boken, de tidlösa böckerna.

Usage: Tidlösa is common in literature, art, fashion, and marketing to convey enduring appeal. It characterizes classics, styles, or memories that remain relevant beyond trends. It can also describe moments or experiences perceived as lasting beyond a single lifetime.

Related terms: tidslöshet (timelessness) is a related noun. The concept is distinct from similar-sounding or -spelled terms in Swedish, such as statslös (stateless), which has a different meaning.

Examples: en tidlös klassiker (a timeless classic); tidlösa kläder (timeless clothing); ett tidlöst minne (a timeless memory).

Notes: Swedish grammar allows tidlös to agree with number and gender, with plural form tidlösa when describing multiple nouns.