This is the 1973rd most frequent Swedish word.
smällen
"The crash" or "the blow."
In this context, 'smällen' refers to a loud sound or explosion.
Smällen hördes långt bort.
The explosion was heard from far away.
Here, 'smällen' signifies the physical impact or crash.
Han räddade sig själv och slapp undan smällen.
He saved himself and escaped the impact.
In this sentence, 'smällen' metaphorically represents an emotional blow or betrayal.