åt

åt

The Swedish word "åt" means "to," "for," or "towards," depending on context.

Here, 'åt' denotes performing an action for the benefit of someone else (preposition for).

Jag lagade middag åt min vän.

I cooked dinner for my friend.

Here, 'åt' reflects a metaphorical direction or purpose (preposition towards).

Han arbetar hårt åt sin framtida karriär.

He works hard towards his future career.

Here, 'åt' indicates directionality (preposition towards).

Barnen sprang åt olika håll.

The children ran in different directions.