This is the 9887th most frequent Swedish word.
handlingsförlamad
"Handlingsförlamad" means "paralyzed into inaction" or "unable to act."
The term 'handlingsförlamad' describes a state of being so affected by emotions or circumstances that one cannot act.
Han blev handlingsförlamad när han hörde de dåliga nyheterna.
He became paralyzed from action when he heard the bad news.
Here 'handlingsförlamad' is used to depict a temporary state where someone feels they cannot take action due to shock or fear.
Efter olyckan stod Anna handlingsförlamad på gatan.
After the accident, Anna stood action-paralyzed on the street.
In this case, 'handlingsförlamad' refers to an inability to act collectively, often due to confusion or lack of direction.