överfyllas

överfyllas is a Swedish verb that translates to "to overflow" or "to be overfilled" in English. It describes a situation where something contains more than it can hold, leading to excess spilling out or becoming too full. This can apply to both physical objects and abstract concepts.

In a literal sense, överfyllas can refer to containers like cups, bathtubs, or bowls being filled beyond their capacity. For example, if you pour too much water into a glass, the water will överfyllas. Similarly, a river might överfyllas its banks after heavy rainfall, causing a flood.

Beyond physical objects, överfyllas can also be used metaphorically. One might feel that their schedule is överfyllas with appointments, meaning it is too busy. An emotional state can also be described as överfyllas, such as a heart that is överfyllas with joy or sorrow. This metaphorical usage highlights a sense of being overwhelmed or saturated. The past participle form is överfylld, meaning "overflowed" or "overfilled."