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No. 4,594 in Swedish

abbey

The Swedish word "abbey" does not exist; perhaps you meant "abbé," which is a French term for a cleric and not a Swedish word. In English, "abbey" refers to a monastery or convent.

In a sentence

  • Munkarna bodde i ett kloster och utförde dagliga böner.

    The monks lived in an abbey and performed daily prayers.

    Referring to a literal religious building where monks reside and worship.

  • Den gamla klostret på hillen är nu en turistattraktion.

    The old abbey on the hill is now a tourist attraction.

    Referring to an old religious building repurposed or observed by tourists.

  • Vi besöker klostret på semestern.

    We are visiting the abbey during the holiday.

    Referring to the activity of visiting a specific abbey during an event or vacation.

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