This is the 13958th most frequent Swedish word.
åläggas
"Åläggas" means "to be imposed" or "to be obligated."
In this sentence, 'åläggas' is used to indicate an obligation or directive imposed upon someone, such as a legal or formal requirement.
Personen åläggas att betala skadestånd.
The individual is mandated to pay damages.
Here, 'åläggas' emphasizes a rule or mandate that an organization imposes on its members, highlighting compliance.
Alla anställda åläggas att följa nya säkerhetsföreskrifter.
All employees are required to adhere to the new safety regulations.
In this example, 'åläggas' assigns a specific duty or responsibility to the subject, often in formal or structured scenarios.