rakt

This is the 923rd most frequent Swedish word.


rakt

Straight.


Here, 'rakt' is an adverb and indicates direction, meaning 'straight'.

Han gick rakt fram utan att tveka.

He walked straight ahead without hesitation.


In this sentence, 'rakt' is used adverbially in an idiomatic expression, indicating direct communication.

Hon talade rakt på sak och undvek omvägar.

She spoke plainly to the point and avoided detours.


Here, 'rakt' is used adjectivally, describing the alignment of an object.

Bilden hänger rakt på väggen.

The picture is hanging straight on the wall.