This is the 6519th most frequent Swedish word.
masken
"Masken" in Swedish means "the worm" or "the mask," depending on context.
Here, 'masken' means a theatrical or decorative mask used for performances or rituals.
Den gamla teatermasken användes i föreställningen.
The old theatrical mask was used in the performance.
The word 'masken' here refers to a protective covering worn on the face.
Jag satte masken på ansiktet för att skydda mig mot damm.
I put the mask on my face to protect myself against dust.
In this sentence, 'masken' refers to a worm, a type of insect-like organism.