No. 9,254 in Swedish
fientliga
Hostile.
In a sentence
De fientliga soldaterna närmade sig stadens murar.
The hostile soldiers approached the city's walls.
The word 'fientliga' is used here as an adjective describing the soldiers, and it translates to 'hostile.' This usage showcases it in the context of an opposing or adversarial force.
Diskussionerna blev fientliga när de inte kunde enas.
The discussions became hostile when they couldn't agree.
In this case, 'fientliga' describes the nature of the discussions, turning from constructive to antagonistic. This usage conveys a shift in tone or demeanor.
Vi bör undvika att ha fientliga attityder gentemot varandra.
We should avoid having hostile attitudes towards each other.
Here, 'fientliga' is an adjective describing 'attityder,' indicating a negative stance or feeling. This use emphasizes interpersonal relationships.
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