This is the 7408th most frequent Swedish word.
skövdes
"Skövdes" is not a standalone word in Swedish; it might be a reference to "Skövde," which is a town in Sweden.
"Skövdes" in this sentence implies passive destruction, indicating that the city suffered damage.
Staden skövdes av en stor brand.
The city was devastated by a large fire.
"Skövdes" here is used as a possessive form, referring to lands belonging to a place called Skövde.
Han sa att skövdes marker är viktiga för ekosystemet.
He said that the lands of Skövde are important for the ecosystem.
"Skövdes" indicates active destruction, referring to the forests being damaged by external influences.