This is the 2428th most frequent Swedish word.
grindar
Gates.
In this sentence, 'grindar' refers to physical gates, demonstrating its literal usage as barriers or openings, such as in a fence.
De gamla grindar är vackra och har en historisk charm.
The old gates are beautiful and have a historical charm.
Here, 'grindar' again refers to physical gates, emphasizing their function as closable barriers influencing passage.
Trots att grindar var stängda, fann vi en stig runt muren.
Despite the gates being closed, we found a path around the wall.
In this usage, 'grindar' is metaphorical, symbolizing challenges or thresholds one faces in pursuit of goals.