This is the 12501st most frequent Swedish word.
skälldes
"Skälldes" means "was scolded" in English.
Refers to being rebuked or spoken to angrily for misbehavior in a passive construction.
Hunden skälldes ut av sin ägare efter att ha stulit mat från bordet.
The dog was scolded by its owner after stealing food from the table.
Demonstrates repeated corrective behavior directed towards an individual, in a narrative context.
Trots att han skälldes många gånger, lärde han sig aldrig att sluta ställa frågor.
Despite being scolded many times, he never learned to stop asking questions.
Highlights criticism directed at someone for neglecting a responsibility, using a passive form.