This is the 8149th most frequent Swedish word.
alkometer
A device used to measure blood alcohol content.
Here, 'alkometer' is used to refer to an instrument for measuring alcohol content in individuals, specifically for checking drivers.
Vi kontrollerade bilförare med en alkometer vid vägspärren.
We checked drivers at the roadblock with a breathalyzer.
Here, 'alkometer' indicates a tool that provides a reading of alcohol content, demonstrating its function in practical use.
Alkometern visade nollpromille, så han fick fortsätta köra.
The breathalyzer showed zero alcohol percentage, so he was allowed to continue driving.
In this case, 'alkometer' is described as an essential device for gauging alcohol levels, emphasizing its primary role.