This is the 9708th most frequent Swedish word.
gengäld
"Gengäld" means "compensation" or "requital" in English.
The word 'gengäld' here signifies a reciprocal action or favor, indicating the exchange of help or assistance between two parties.
Hon hjälpte mig med ett projekt, och i gengäld hjälpte jag henne med städningen.
She helped me with a project, and in return, I helped her with the cleaning.
In this sentence, 'gengäld' refers to a reward or a payback for effort or services rendered, highlighting the concept of earning something due to one's actions.
Hennes gengäld för det hårda arbetet var en välförtjänt semester vid havet.
Her recompense for the hard work was a well-deserved holiday by the sea.
The usage of 'gengäld' here emphasizes a mutual exchange of skills or knowledge, showcasing collaborative sharing and mutual benefit.