This is the 12584th most frequent Swedish word.
småpåvar
Petty tyrants or minor authorities.
The term 'småpåvar' here is used to describe individuals (metaphorically compared to 'small popes') who like to exert control or authority in a petty or unwarranted way over others, emphasizing its use to describe petty leadership.
De småpåvarna vid jobbet bestämmer alltid reglerna.
The petty tyrants at work always set the rules.
This usage of 'småpåvar' describes domineering or controlling behavior exhibited by some students, metaphorically expressing their tendency to act superior or authoritative in minor social hierarchies.
I skolans korridorer blir vissa elever småpåvar och bossar över sina klasskamrater.
In school corridors, certain students become little bosses and rule over their classmates.
Here 'småpåvar' refers to individuals in the society occupying positions of minor influence or authority, often hindering progress by prioritizing their own interests or implementing unnecessary bureaucracy.