vaktmästare

== Swedish == === Etymology === Compound of vakt (“guard”) +‎ mästare (“master”). Calque of German Wachtmeister (“master sentinel”). First attested in 1540. === Pronunciation === === Noun === vaktmästare c A janitor, a caretaker: a broad occupation whose specifics vary by setting, but mainly responsible for maintaining a building and its outdoor areas, focusing primarily on repairs, utilities, structural upkeep, and logistical tasks such as transport or managing deliveries; compare with handyman. (dated) a janitor, an attendant, a doorman (historical) an officer of the guard (historical) a watchman, a warden ==== Usage notes ==== Unlike the Anglo-American concept, it seldom includes day-to-day cleaning tasks. When cleaning is part of the role, it is often specified separately. See städare and lokalvårdare (“janitor, cleaner”). ==== Declension ==== ==== Related terms ==== vaktmästeri === References ===