verellään

verellään is a Swedish word that translates to "bloody" or "covered in blood" in English. It is used to describe a person or object that has blood on it, typically as a result of an injury or violence. The word can be used in both literal and figurative senses.

Literally, verellään can refer to a wound that is bleeding, such as "en verellään käsi" meaning "a bloody hand." It can also describe a scene of violence where blood is present, like "en verellään taistelukenttä" or "a bloody battlefield."

Figuratively, verellään can be used to express a state of intense emotion or struggle. For example, "hän taisteli verellään" might mean "he fought tooth and nail" or "he fought with all his might," implying a difficult and arduous struggle. It can also suggest a situation that has gone very wrong or has had severe consequences.

The term is common in Swedish literature and everyday language. Its usage can range from describing minor injuries to depicting graphic scenes of violence or intense emotional turmoil. The context in which verellään is used is crucial for understanding its precise meaning.