This is the 4494th most frequent Swedish word.
varsel
"Varsel" in English means a warning, notice, or an omen.
The word 'varsel' here is used to mean 'notice' or 'warning,' particularly in the context of employment.
Jag fick ett varsel om uppsägning från min arbetsgivare.
I received a notice of termination from my employer.
In this sentence, 'varsel' is used to signify a premonition or indication of an event, such as impending bad weather.
Mörka moln och starka vindar är ett varsel om oväder.
Dark clouds and strong winds are a warning of bad weather.
This usage of 'varsel' refers to a sign or indication, hinting at an underlying issue or event.