This is the 1340th most frequent Swedish word.
ekot
The Swedish word "ekot" means "the echo" in English.
Here, 'ekot' refers to the sound reverberating off surfaces, which is the physical phenomenon of an echo.
Ekot från bergen hördes långt bort.
The echo from the mountains was heard far away.
In this context, 'ekot' is used figuratively to indicate how sound reveals information indirectly, showing its application in storytelling or descriptive language.
Ekot avslöjade deras position.
The echo revealed their position.
Used metaphorically, 'ekot' represents the lasting impact of someone's words or actions, demonstrating metaphorical and poetic usage.