No. 11,033 in Swedish
makthavarna
"Makthavarna" means "the people in power" or "those in authority."
In a sentence
Makthavarna beslutade att införa nya lagar för att förbättra samhället.
The rulers decided to introduce new laws to improve society.
Here, 'makthavarna' refers to the rulers or those in power making decisions.
Folket samlades för att protestera mot makthavarnas senaste beslut.
The people gathered to protest against the latest decision of the rulers.
Here, 'makthavarna' is used to denote those in power whose decisions are being opposed.
Makthavarna har ansvar för landets välfärd och utveckling.
The rulers are responsible for the country's welfare and development.
Here, 'makthavarna' indicates the governing authorities who bear responsibility for societal matters.
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