This is the 12580th most frequent Swedish word.
smärtsamma
The Swedish word "smärtsamma" means "painful" in English.
The word 'smärtsam' is used here as an adjective to describe the painful nature of the realization.
Det var en smärtsam insikt när hon förstod sanningen.
It was a painful realization when she understood the truth.
Here, 'smärtsam' is utilized to denote the emotional pain associated with the loss.
Förlusten var smärtsam för dem alla.
The loss was painful for everyone.
In this case, 'smärtsam' modifies 'upplevelser' (experiences) to express psychological or emotional distress experienced during the journey.