tröskel

Tröskel is a Swedish word with several meanings, primarily relating to thresholds or levels. In its most literal sense, it refers to a physical threshold, such as the strip of wood or stone at the bottom of a doorway. This is the most common usage in everyday language.

Beyond the physical, tröskel can also denote a metaphorical threshold or starting point. It can describe the point at which something begins or a significant change occurs. For instance, one might speak of reaching a "tröskel" in learning a new skill, meaning the point where they begin to feel proficient.

In a more abstract or scientific context, tröskel can refer to a minimum level or intensity required for a particular effect or response. This can be applied in fields like psychology, where it might describe the threshold for perceiving a stimulus, or in economics, referring to a threshold for taxation or benefits. The concept emphasizes a point of transition from one state to another.