återfäst

Återfäst is a Swedish verb that translates to "re-attach" or "reattach" in English. It is formed by combining the prefix "åter-" meaning "again" or "re-" with the verb "fästa," which means "to attach," "to fasten," or "to fix." The verb describes the action of attaching something that was previously detached or removed back to its original or a new position.

The usage of återfäst is generally literal, referring to the physical act of rejoining objects. For example, one might återfäst a loose button to a coat, or återfäst a broken piece of a vase. It can also be used in a more abstract sense, though less commonly, to describe the re-establishment of a connection or relationship that had been broken. In this context, it implies restoring a previous bond. The past participle is återfäst, and the supine form is återfäst. The present participle is återfästande.