No. 796 in Swedish
försvar
"Försvar" means "defense" in English.
In a sentence
Ett starkt försvar är viktigt för nationens säkerhet.
A strong defense is important for the nation's security.
Here, 'försvar' refers to the concept of military or governmental defense.
Han hade inget försvar mot anklagelserna.
He had no defense against the accusations.
In this sentence, 'försvar' represents a justification or argument used to refute a claim.
Fotbollslaget har ett solid försvar.
The soccer team has a solid defense.
Here, 'försvar' describes the defensive part of a sports strategy or team position.
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