This is the 13933rd most frequent Swedish word.
äkta
Genuine; authentic; real.
Here, 'äkta' is used as an adjective meaning 'genuine' or 'authentic' to describe the leather jacket as real and not imitation.
Han har en äkta läderjacka.
He has a genuine leather jacket.
In this sentence, 'äkta' is used to convey the authenticity of their love, implying it is true and sincere.
Deras kärlek är verkligen äkta.
Their love is truly genuine.
Here, 'äkta' emphasizes the quality of the friendship, describing it as true, genuine, and honorable.