ställas

This is the 830th most frequent Swedish word.


ställas

"Ställas" means "to be placed," "to be put," or "to be set" (in a passive form).


In this sentence, 'ställas' is used as a reflexive verb, indicating the act of posing or presenting a question formally. It is in the passive form, describing an action that is meant to occur.

Frågan måste ställas på ett tydligt sätt.

The question must be posed in a clear way.


Here, 'ställas' refers to the positioning or arranging of objects (the shelves) in a specified location. It is in a passive form to describe what needs to be done.

Hyllorna ska ställas upp i hörnet.

The shelves should be set up in the corner.


In this example, 'ställas' represents setting or placing demands or expectations. It's used reflexively in a context of modifying or influencing conditions and is in the passive form.

Kraven på projektet kan ställas högre.

The demands on the project can be set higher.