This is the 6689th most frequent Swedish word.
målningen
The Swedish word "målningen" means "the painting" in English.
Here, 'målningen' refers to a specific painting as an object or artwork showcased as decoration.
Målningen på väggen är ett mästerverk.
The painting on the wall is a masterpiece.
In this case, 'målningen' is the direct object of the action, describing the subject being observed by the speaker.
Jag tittar på målningen och försöker förstå konstnärens avsikt.
I look at the painting and try to understand the artist's intention.
Here, 'målning' is used in an indefinite form to introduce a specific artwork characterized by its descriptive features.