This is the 6953rd most frequent Swedish word.
pete
"Pete" is not recognized as a standard Swedish word. It might be a misspelling or a regional term.
Here, 'peta' is used as a verb meaning 'to poke or prod', demonstrating a physical action.
Han petade på stenen med en pinne.
He poked the stone with a stick.
In this example, 'peta' is used figuratively as a verb meaning 'to meddle or interfere', reflecting a social action.
Du kan inte gå och peta i andras arbete hela tiden.
You can't keep interfering with other people's work all the time.
Here, 'petig', derived from 'peta', is used as an adjective meaning 'picky or finicky', showcasing a personality trait.