This is the 11097th most frequent Swedish word.
mattas
"Mattas" means "to fade" or "to diminish."
In this sentence, 'mattas' is used in the reflexive form, meaning to weaken or to subside.
Regnet började mattas av eftermiddagen.
The rain began to subside in the afternoon.
Here, 'mattas' represents a gradual decrease or weakening of enthusiasm.
Hans entusiasm matades när han insåg svårigheter.
His enthusiasm waned as he realized difficulties.
In this example, 'mattas' conveys the process of becoming less bright or intense.