påhittat

This is the 11937th most frequent Swedish word.


påhittat

Invented; made-up.


In this context, 'påhittad' means fictional or fabricated, often relating to a story or narrative created artificially or imaginatively.

Den här berättelsen är påhittad.

This story is made up.


Here, 'påhittat' refers to the idea that what was said is invented or not true, casting doubt on its reliability or authenticity.

Det han sa till mig verkade helt påhittat.

What he said to me seemed completely made up.


In this usage, 'påhittad' describes the depiction or idea as imaginary or fictional, likely impossible in reality.

Bilden på den flygande elefanten är helt påhittad.

The picture of the flying elephant is completely made up.