This is the 8773rd most frequent Swedish word.
bål
"Bål" in Swedish can mean either "torso" (the main part of the body excluding limbs and head) or "bonfire."
The word 'bål' here refers to a 'bonfire', indicating a large, controlled outdoor fire often used for warmth or gatherings.
Han tände en stor bål på stranden för att hålla sig varm.
He lit a large bonfire on the beach to keep warm.
In this context, 'bål' refers to the 'core' of the human body, which includes areas around the abdomen and lower back.
Gymnastik är bra för att stärka bålmusklerna.
Gymnastics is good for strengthening the core muscles.
Here, 'bål' describes a 'punch', a type of beverage often mixed with fruit and served at social gatherings.