This is the 3707th most frequent Swedish word.
handfängsel
Handfängsel: Handcuffs.
The word 'handfängsel' is used here as a direct noun to refer to the physical device (handcuffs) utilized by the police.
Polisen satte handfängsel på den misstänkte.
The police put handcuffs on the suspect.
In this sentence, 'handfängsel' is utilized in a general context to discuss the utility of handcuffs as a tool for restraint.
Handfängsel kan vara nödvändiga i vissa situationer.
Handcuffs can be necessary in certain situations.
Here, 'handfängsel' is employed to vividly express the personal experience of being restrained with handcuffs.