This is the 999th most frequent Swedish word.
avstånd
"Avstånd" means "distance" in English.
Here, 'avstånd' refers to a measurable spatial separation between two objects or points, emphasizing the extent of their separation.
De kunde se varandra på långt avstånd.
They could see each other from a long distance.
In this sentence, 'avstånd' illustrates the personal space that should be maintained to ensure safety, relying on the abstract idea of separation.
Håll avståndet så att ingen blir skadad.
Keep your distance so that no one gets hurt.
Here, 'avstånd' signifies the literal spatial gap between two items, specifically between the chairs, emphasizing the concept of spatial measurement.