väljs

väljs is a Swedish word that serves as the passive form of the verb "välja," meaning "to choose" or "to select." In English, it translates to "is chosen," "is selected," or "are chosen," "are selected," depending on the subject. The grammatical function of väljs indicates that the subject of the sentence is the recipient of the action of choosing.

This passive construction is common in Swedish when the agent performing the action is either unknown, unimportant, or implied. For example, "Boken väljs" translates to "The book is chosen," implying that someone or something is making the selection of the book. Similarly, "Kandidaterna väljs ut" means "The candidates are selected out," where "ut" is a common particle used with "välja" to emphasize selection.

The use of väljs helps to shift the focus from the doer of the action to the object or person being acted upon. It is a standard grammatical feature used in various contexts, from everyday conversation to more formal writing. Understanding väljs is crucial for comprehending Swedish sentences where the passive voice is employed.