No. 8,389 in Swedish
bakgården
"Bakgården" means "the backyard" or "the rear yard" in English.
In a sentence
Barnen leker i bakgården varje eftermiddag.
The children play in the backyard every afternoon.
In this sentence, 'bakgården' refers specifically to the backyard of a house where children typically play.
Vi satt på en bänk i bakgården och njöt av solen.
We sat on a bench in the backyard and enjoyed the sun.
Here, 'bakgården' symbolizes a tranquil, open space associated with relaxation and leisure activities.
Grannens hund sprang in på vår bakgård och skrämde katterna.
The neighbor's dog ran into our backyard and scared the cats.
In this context, 'bakgården' signifies a private area associated with one's property where activities related to ownership occur.
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