No. 5,781 in Swedish
hierro
The word "hierro" is Spanish, not Swedish, and it means "iron" in English.
In a sentence
Han är som hierro, stark och fast.
He is like iron, strong and firm.
Here, 'hierro' is used metaphorically to describe someone's strong and steadfast character, illustrating how the word for iron can symbolize strength.
Smeden arbetar med hierro för att skapa konst.
The blacksmith works with iron to create art.
In this sentence, 'hierro' refers to the literal material, highlighting its usage in a physical and occupational context.
Järnet i hierrot är magnetiskt.
The iron in the mineral is magnetic.
Here, 'hierro' identifies a specific substance within a mineral, showcasing its application in scientific or technical contexts.
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