No. 13,734 in Swedish

vädja

"Vädja" means "to appeal" or "to plead."

In a sentence

Hon vädjar till sina vänner om hjälp.
She appeals to her friends for help.
The word 'vädjar' is used here to mean 'to appeal' or 'to plead', emphasizing a sincere request for assistance.
Läraren vädjade till eleverna att vara tysta under lektionen.
The teacher pleaded with the students to be quiet during the lesson.
In this sentence, 'vädjade' conveys the act of earnestly requesting a behavior or action, highlighting the teacher's effort to maintain order.
De vädjade för sina rättigheter inför domstolen.
They appealed for their rights in court.
Here, 'vädjade' specifically implies a formal appeal or petition, reflecting its use in a legal or official context.

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