This is the 6693rd most frequent Swedish word.
månde
"Månde" is an archaic Swedish word meaning "may" or "might," often used to indicate possibility or permission in older texts.
Here, 'månde' is used as an auxiliary expressing a wish or hope.
Månde jag förstå hans avsikter.
May I understand his intentions.
In this sentence, 'månde' implies a hypothetical scenario or doubt.
Månde det vara sant?
Could it be true?
This usage of 'månde' conveys good wishes or a hopeful wish.