This is the 2859th most frequent Swedish word.
blinken
"The blink" or "the flashing signal," often referring to car turn signals.
In this sentence, 'blinken' refers to the car's turn signal, a part of the vehicle used for signaling intentions to turn or change lanes.
Bilens blinken signalerade att den skulle svänga vänster.
The car's turn signal indicated that it was going to turn left.
Here, 'blinken' is used to denote a blinking light or indicator, showing malfunction or status.
Blinken på den gamla lampan fungerade inte längre.
The indicator on the old lamp no longer worked.
In this context, 'blinken' refers to the act or occurrence of a blinking light, in this case from a lighthouse, indicating navigation.