värjätt

Värjätt is a Swedish term for "witch". The word derives from Old Norse or Germanic linguistic origins, reflecting historical associations with folklore and mythological figures in Scandinavian culture. In contemporary usage, värjätt denotes the traditional concept of a witch, often linked to magical practices, superstition, or folk beliefs. The term is gendered, with the masculine counterpart being värjare, which distinguishes between male and female practitioners in historical and cultural contexts.