This is the 8746th most frequent Swedish word.
bygdens
"Bygdens" means "of the village" or "of the community."
Here, 'bygdens' is used adjectivally to describe 'kyrka' (church), meaning 'of the region' or 'local', showing possession or association with the area.
Bygdens kyrka är välkänd för sin historiska arkitektur.
The local church is well-known for its historical architecture.
In this sentence, 'bygdens' modifies 'invånare' (inhabitants), indicating that the inhabitant belongs to the area or region ('bygden').
En av bygdens invånare hjälpte mig med bilen.
One of the locals helped me with the car.
Here, 'bygdens' signifies ownership related to 'framtid' (future), expressing that the future discussed is specific to the region or community ('bygden').