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3-Minute Swedish #1
Self Introduction
CONTENTS
2 Swedish
2 English
2 Vocabulary
3 Grammar
4 Cultural Insight
# 1
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SWEDISH
4. Angenämt.
ENGLISH
1. Hi I'm Carl.
4. It's a pleasure.
VOCABULARY
hej Hi greeting
heter am verb
att to conjunction
GRAMMAR
Important
Register Swedish English Notes
Word 1 hej Hi
Word 2 jag I
conjugated
Word 3 heter am form of heta
Word 2 jag I
conjugated
Word 3 heter am form of heta
Word 2 att to
conjugated
Word 3 träffas meet form of träffa
It's a
Phrase 4 formal Angenämt. pleasure.
CULTURAL INSIGHT
When you introduce yourself, it's a good habit to shake hands in Sweden. Swedish people
value equality highly, so introduce yourself in the same way to everyone.
3-Minute Swedish #2
Greetings
CONTENTS
2 Swedish
2 English
2 Vocabulary
2 Grammar
3 Cultural Insight
# 2
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SWEDISH
1. Hej.
2. God dag.
3. Vi ses.
4. Hejdå
ENGLISH
1. Hi.
2. Good day.
3. See you.
4. Goodbye.
VOCABULARY
hej Hi greeting
vi you pronoun
GRAMMAR
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In this lesson you will learn how to greet someone when you arrive and when you part.
Important
Register Swedish English Notes
Word 1 hej Hi
Word 1 vi you
conjugated
Word 2 ses see form of se
CULTURAL INSIGHT
Don't be afraid if someone you meet more than once hugs you. In Sweden hugs are a
common way to greet people you know.
3-Minute Swedish #3
Manners
CONTENTS
2 Swedish
2 English
2 Vocabulary
3 Grammar
3 Cultural Insight
# 3
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SWEDISH
1. Tack.
2. Tack så mycket.
3. Tack, gärna.
ENGLISH
1. Thank you.
VOCABULARY
så very adverb
GRAMMAR
In this lesson you will learn how to thank other people in various ways.
Important
Register Swedish English Notes
Word 2 så very
Thank you,
Phrase 3 Tack, gärna. gladly.
Thanks for
Phrase 4 Tack för allt. everything.
CULTURAL INSIGHT
3-Minute Swedish #4
Asking How Someone Is
CONTENTS
2 Swedish
2 English
2 Vocabulary
3 Grammar
4 Cultural Insight
# 4
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SWEDISH
2. Hur är det?
4. Inte så bra.
ENGLISH
2. How is it?
4. Not so well.
VOCABULARY
så so adverb
det it pronoun
är is verb
GRAMMAR
In this lesson you will learn how to ask and answer the question How are you?.
Conjugated form of
Word 2 mår are må
Word 3 du you
Conjugated form of
Word 2 är is vara
Word 3 det it
Word 1 jag I
Word 2 så so
CULTURAL INSIGHT
Swedish people generally ask how you are as a greeting rather than as a serious question. If
you don't know the person well, the answer should be along the lines of Jag mår bra, tack
meaning “I’m fine, thank you.”
3-Minute Swedish #5
Making Apologies
CONTENTS
2 Swedish
2 English
2 Vocabulary
3 Sample Sentences
3 Grammar
4 Cultural Insight
# 5
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SWEDISH
1. Ursäkta.
2. Ursäkta mig.
4. Förlåt
ENGLISH
1. Excuse me.(informal)
2. Excuse me.(formal)
4. I'm sorry.
VOCABULARY
det it pronoun
SAMPLE SENTENCES
GRAMMAR
In this lesson you will learn how to apologise yourself and say that you didn't do it on purpose
or you are sorry.
Important
Register Swedish English Notes
Word 2 mig me
Jag menade
Phrase 3 det inte. I didn't mean it.
Word 1 jag I
Conjugated
Word 2 menade mean form of mena
Word 3 det it
CULTURAL INSIGHT
Ursäkta wich means "sorry" is a very good word to remember. It can be used to get someone's
attention, apologise for minor inconveniences such as bumping into someone, or excuse
yourself for minor mishaps. But, if you have done something you truly feel sorry about, you
usually say förlåt mig, meaning "I'm sorry."
3-Minute Swedish #6
Refusing Politely
CONTENTS
2 Swedish
2 English
2 Vocabulary
3 Sample Sentences
3 Grammar
4 Cultural Insight
# 6
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SWEDISH
2. Nej tack.
ENGLISH
1. No, it is ok.
VOCABULARY
nej no expression
det är it is phrase
Jag är I am phrase
SAMPLE SENTENCES
Nej tack, jag behöver inget. Jag är ledsen, jag kan inte gå med dig.
Jag är trött men jag måste göra klart Det är soligt ute men kalt.
rapporten ikväll.
"It is sunny outside but cold."
"I'm sleepy but I have to finish this report
tonight."
GRAMMAR
Word 1 nej no
Word 2 det är it is
Word 1 nej no
Word 3 jag är I am
CULTURAL INSIGHT
If you are invited to a dinner party by a Swede, please try not to refuse. Dinner parties are a
big deal in Sweden. They are usually relaxed events where acquaintances have a chance to
become friends. So don't miss a chance to attend one for the world!
3-Minute Swedish #7
Do You Speak English?
CONTENTS
2 Swedish
2 English
2 Vocabulary
3 Sample Sentences
3 Grammar
4 Cultural Insight
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SWEDISH
1. Kan du engelska?
2. Pratar du engelska?
ENGLISH
VOCABULARY
ja yes adverb
SAMPLE SENTENCES
Engelska är det tredje mest talade Ja, jag följer gärna med dig.
språket i världen.
"Yes, I'd be happy to go with you."
"English is the third most spoken language
in the world."
GRAMMAR
In this lesson you will learn how to ask and answer the question Do you speak English?.
Do you know
Phrase 1 Kan du engelska? English?
Word 2 du you
Word 2 du you
Word 1 ja yes
Word 2 jag I
Word 1 nej no
Word 2 jag I
CULTURAL INSIGHT
Swedish people are generally pretty good at English. If you are in a big city, you should have
no trouble communicating by only English. Even in the countryside, most people understand
basic phrases. Be aware however that food menus, transport etc are almost never in English.
So if you can't work out that biff is Swedish for "beef," don’t hesitate to ask people to translate.
3-Minute Swedish #8
Talking About Your Age
CONTENTS
2 Swedish
2 English
2 Vocabulary
3 Sample Sentences
3 Grammar
4 Cultural Insight
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SWEDISH
3. Jag är sjutton.
ENGLISH
3. I am seventeen.
VOCABULARY
är are verb
är am verb
Det it pronoun
SAMPLE SENTENCES
GRAMMAR
In this lesson you will learn how to ask someone's age and to say yours.
Word 4 du you
Word 1 jag I
Conjugated form of
Word 2 är am vara
Word 1 jag I
Conjugated form of
Word 2 är am vara
Word 1 Det it
CULTURAL INSIGHT
3-Minute Swedish #9
Using Adjectives
CONTENTS
2 Swedish
2 English
2 Vocabulary
3 Sample Sentences
3 Grammar
4 Cultural Insight
# 9
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SWEDISH
1. Jag är glad.
2. Du är glad.
3. Vi är ledsna.
4. Dom är ledsna.
ENGLISH
1. I am happy.
3. We are sad.
VOCABULARY
är am verb
du you pronoun
är are verb
vi we pronoun
SAMPLE SENTENCES
Lisa blev glad när Peter ringde. Jag hör dig inte.
"Lisa was happy when Peter rang.” "I can't hear you."
GRAMMAR
In this lesson you will learn how to use adjectives in simple sentences.
Word 1 jag I
Conjugated form of
Word 2 är am vara
Word 1 du you
Conjugated form of
Word 2 är are vara
Word 1 vi we
Conjugated form of
Word 2 är are vara
Conjugated form of
Word 2 är are vara
CULTURAL INSIGHT
If you want to insist on an adjective in Swedish, you can put the word jätte in front of it. If for
example, you add jätte to bra meaning "good," you get jättebra, which means "very good," or if
you add it to vacker meaning "beautiful," you get jättevacker, meaning "very beautiful."
CONTENTS
2 Swedish
2 English
2 Vocabulary
3 Sample Sentences
3 Grammar
5 Cultural Insight
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SWEDISH
ENGLISH
VOCABULARY
Ok OK interjection
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jag I personal pronoun
är is verb
SAMPLE SENTENCES
Hur mår du? Han har för mycket läxor till helgen.
"How are you?" "He has too much homework for this
weekend."
Jag har för många par skor. Han tog det dyraste vinet i spritbutiken.
"I have too many pairs of shoes." "He got the most expensive wine in the
liquor shop."
Den bilen är för dyr; jag köper den inte. Jackan var fin men dyr.
"That car is too expensive; I won't buy it." "The jacket was nice but expensive."
GRAMMAR
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In this lesson you will learn how to ask how much something costs.
conjugated form of
Word 2 kostar cost kosta
Word 3 den it
Word 4 den it
Word 1 Ok OK
Word 2 jag I
Conjugated form of
Word 3 tar take ta
Word 4 den it
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Word 2 den it
Conjugated form of
Word 3 är is vara
CULTURAL INSIGHT
Do not try to haggle in Sweden. Swedish people don't haggle unless they are are at a flea
market or buying used goods.
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LESSON NOTES
CONTENTS
2 Swedish
2 English
2 Vocabulary
3 Sample Sentences
3 Grammar
4 Cultural Insight
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SWEDISH
1. En krona.
2. Tio kronor.
ENGLISH
1. One Crown.
2. Ten Crowns.
VOCABULARY
en one numeral
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Femtiofem Fiftyfive numeral
tjugosex twenty-six
SAMPLE SENTENCES
Jag har inte en enda krona kvar. Jag kan göra tio situps.
"I don't have a single crown left." "I can do ten sit-ups."
Jag ska bara kolla hur många kronor jag Pojkarna och flickorna spelar basket.
har kvar.
"The boys and girls are playing basketball."
"I'm just going to see how many crowns
I've got left."
GRAMMAR
Swedish English
Word 1 en one
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Word 2 krona Crown
CULTURAL INSIGHT
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LESSON NOTES
CONTENTS
2 Swedish
2 English
2 Vocabulary
3 Sample Sentences
3 Grammar
4 Cultural Insight
# 12
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SWEDISH
3. Jag studerar.
ENGLISH
3. I am studying.
VOCABULARY
gör do verb
SAMPLE SENTENCES
Jag brukar gå hem tidigt på fredagar. Jag tog boken som låg på bordet.
"I usually go home early on Fridays." "I took the book that was on the table."
GRAMMAR
In this lesson you will learn how to ask and answer the question What are you doing?.
conjugated form of
Word 2 gör do göra
conjugated form of
Word 2 håller hold hålla
Word 3 du you
Word 4 på on
Word 1 jag I
conjugated form of
Word 2 studerar am studying studera
Word 1 jag I
conjugated form of
Word 2 gör do göra
CULTURAL INSIGHT
Hej, vad gör du? meaning “Hi, what are you doing?,” is a great conversation starter if you
don't know how to start talking to someone. Try using it; you'll soon find that Swedish people
CONTENTS
2 Swedish
2 English
2 Vocabulary
3 Sample Sentences
3 Grammar
4 Cultural Insight
# 13
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SWEDISH
1. Vem är det?
3. Det är jag.
ENGLISH
1. Who is it?
2. Who is that?
3. It's me.
4. That is my friend.
VOCABULARY
är is verb
det it pronoun
SAMPLE SENTENCES
Vem bor i det där huset? Vem har ätit upp alla kakor?
"Who lives in that house over there?" "Who has eaten all the cookies?"
Jag bor väldigt nära stationen. Jag har tappat min plånbok.
"I live very close to the station." "I have lost my wallet."
Hon var min vän tills jag blev befodrad Min bästa vän och jag går överallt
istället för henne. tillsammans.
"She was a friend of mine until I got the "My best friend and I go everywhere
promotion instead of her." together."
GRAMMAR
Conjugated form of
Word 2 är is vara
Word 3 det it
Conjugated form of
Word 2 är is vara
Word 1 Det It
Conjugated form of
Word 2 är is vara
Word 3 jag me
Conjugated form of
Word 2 är is vara
Word 3 min my
CULTURAL INSIGHT
CONTENTS
2 Swedish
2 English
2 Vocabulary
3 Sample Sentences
3 Grammar
4 Cultural Insight
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SWEDISH
ENGLISH
VOCABULARY
går go verb
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jag I personal pronoun
SAMPLE SENTENCES
GRAMMAR
In this lesson you will learn how to ask when someone is leaving.
conjugated form of
Word 2 går go gå
Word 3 du you
conjugated form of
Word 2 åker leave åka
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Word 3 du you
Word 1 jag I
conjugated form of
Word 2 går leave gå
Word 1 jag I
conjugated form of
Word 2 åker leave åka
CULTURAL INSIGHT
There are two ways to say that you are leaving in Swedish. The first, Jag går om..., is used
when you are leaving the area you are in. The second, Jag åker om..., is used when you are
leaving to go somewhere specific.
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LESSON NOTES
CONTENTS
2 Swedish
2 English
2 Vocabulary
3 Grammar
4 Cultural Insight
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SWEDISH
2. Vart är du på väg?
ENGLISH
VOCABULARY
är are verb
S WEDI S HPOD101.COM 3-MI NUT E S WEDI S H #15 - WHERE ARE YOU GOI NG? 2
Till To preposition
GRAMMAR
In this lesson you will learn how to ask where someone is going.
Important
Register Swedish English Notes
Where are
Phrase 1 informal Vart ska du? you going?
Word 3 du you
Conjugated
Word 2 är are form of vara
Word 3 du you
I'm going to
Jag ska till the
Phrase 3
snabbköpet. supermarket.
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Word 1 jag I
Word 3 till to
Word 1 jag I
Word 3 till to
CULTURAL INSIGHT
Swedish people are often indirect in their way of talking. For example, instead of directly
saying Kan jag följa med? meaning “Can I come with you?,” you should ask Vart ska du?
meaning “where are you going?,” and hope that the person you ask invites you instead.
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LESSON NOTES
CONTENTS
2 Swedish
2 English
2 Vocabulary
3 Sample Sentences
3 Grammar
4 Cultural Insight
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SWEDISH
2. Gå rakt fram.
3. Sväng höger.
4. Sväng vänster.
ENGLISH
2. Go straight.
3. Turn right.
4. Turn left.
VOCABULARY
ligger is verb
gå go verb
SAMPLE SENTENCES
"Go straight ahead and you'll see the "The man is standing to the right of the
store." statue."
GRAMMAR
In this lesson you will learn how to ask and understand basic directions.
conjugated form of
Word 2 ligger is ligga
conjugated form of
Word 1 gå go göra
conjugated form of
Word 1 sväng turn svänga
conjugated form of
Word 1 sväng turn svänga
CULTURAL INSIGHT
Swedish people are generally very polite. If you are lost, just ask any Swede on the street and
he or she will surely help you find your way.
CONTENTS
2 Swedish
2 English
2 Vocabulary
3 Sample Sentences
3 Grammar
4 Cultural Insight
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SWEDISH
1. Varför är du sen?
ENGLISH
VOCABULARY
är are verb
så so adverb, phrase
SAMPLE SENTENCES
"Why have you not cleaned your room?" "Why are you late?"
"You are always late for work." "Why are you late?"
GRAMMAR
In this lesson you will learn how to ask and answer why.
Word 3 du you
Word 1 jag I
conjugated form of
Word 2 missade missed missa
Word 3 så so
CULTURAL INSIGHT
CONTENTS
2 Swedish
2 English
2 Vocabulary
3 Sample Sentences
3 Grammar
4 Cultural Insight
# 18
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SWEDISH
1. Har du en penna?
ENGLISH
VOCABULARY
du you pronoun
det it pronoun
ja ja interjection
SAMPLE SENTENCES
Jag hör dig inte. Det finns några gamla böcket på bordet.
"I can't hear you." "There are some old books on the table."
Ja, jag följer gärna med dig. Det är inte lätt när det är svårt.
"Yes, I'd be happy to go with you." "It's not easy when it's difficult."
GRAMMAR
Do you have a
Phrase 1 Har du en penna? pen?
conjugated form of
Word 1 har have ha
Word 2 du you
conjugated form of
Word 1 har have ha
Word 2 du you
Word 1 ja yes
Word 2 det it
Word 1 ja ja
CULTURAL INSIGHT
There is a famous unwritten law in Swedish culture often referred as Jantelagen or “The law
of Jante,” which states that you should not show off your possessions or successes. This
might explain why Sweden's richest man, Ingvar Kamprad, still drives an old Volkswagen
when he is in Sweden.
CONTENTS
2 Swedish
2 English
2 Vocabulary
3 Sample Sentences
3 Grammar
4 Cultural Insight
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SWEDISH
ENGLISH
3. I don't know.
4. I don't understand.
VOCABULARY
ingen no adjective
SAMPLE SENTENCES
GRAMMAR
In this lesson you will learn how to state essential negative statements.
Word 1 jag I
conjugated form of
Word 2 har have ha
Word 3 ingen no
Word 1 jag I
Word 1 jag I
conjugated form of
Word 2 vet know veta
Word 1 jag I
conjugated form of
Word 2 förstår understand förstå
CULTURAL INSIGHT
Don't be afraid to admit it when you don't know something or can't do something. Swedish
people are usually very understanding and have no problem helping you to figure it out.
CONTENTS
2 Swedish
2 English
2 Vocabulary
3 Sample Sentences
3 Grammar
4 Cultural Insight
# 20
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SWEDISH
1. Gillar du choklad?
2. Gillar du sötsaker?
ENGLISH
3. Yes I do.
VOCABULARY
ja yes adverb
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det it pronoun
gör do verb
SAMPLE SENTENCES
Ja, jag följer gärna med dig. Det är inte lätt när det är svårt.
"Yes, I'd be happy to go with you." "It's not easy when it's difficult."
GRAMMAR
In this lesson you will learn how to ask and answer affirmatively to the question.
Do you like
Phrase 1 Gillar du choklad chocolate?
conjugated form of
Word 1 gillar like gilla
Word 2 du you
Do you like
Phrase 2 Gillar du sötsaker? sweets?
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conjugated form of
Word 1
gillar like gilla
Word 2 du you
Word 1 ja Yes
Word 2 det it
conjugated form of
Word 3 gör do göra
Word 4 jag I
Word 1 ja yes
Word 2 jag I
conjugated form of
Word 3 gillar like gilla
Word 4 det it
CULTURAL INSIGHT
When it comes to candy in Sweden, there are many unique types that are exclusive to the
country. For example, saltlakrits or “salty liquorice” is a salty candy with no added sugar and
is one of the most popular sweets in Sweden. You should try it! Perhaps you'll find a new
delicacy you enjoy, or will at the very least have a food experience you'll never forget.
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LESSON NOTES
CONTENTS
2 Swedish
2 English
2 Vocabulary
2 Sample Sentences
3 Grammar
4 Cultural Insight
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SWEDISH
ENGLISH
3. I hate this.
4. I hate waiting.
VOCABULARY
SAMPLE SENTENCES
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Jag kan inte sova. Det vet jag inte.
Min farmor gav mig den här. Det här var en klurig fråga.
Kan du vänta på fakturan några dagar Jag gillar inte att vänta.
till? Jag har den nästan klar.
"I don't like waiting."
"Can you wait for your invoice a couple of
days more? I have it almost ready."
Jag hatar att vänta i timmar på dig! Jag fick vänta på bussen.
"I hate waiting for you for hours!" "I had to wait for the bus."
GRAMMAR
In this lesson you will learn how to say that you don't like something.
Word 1 Jag I
conjugated form of
Word 2 gillar like gilla
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Word 1 jag I
conjugated form of
Word 2 gillar like gilla
Word 1 jag I
conjugated form of
Word 2 hatar hate hata
Word 1 jag I
conjugated form of
Word 2 hatar hate hata
CULTURAL INSIGHT
Hata, or “to hate,” is a very strong word for Swedish people and should only be used if it’s
truly meant. Try using gillar inte, meaning “don't like,” to express negative feelings towards
something instead.
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LESSON NOTES
CONTENTS
2 Swedish
2 English
2 Vocabulary
3 Sample Sentences
3 Grammar
5 Cultural Insight
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SWEDISH
3. En kaffe, tack.
ENGLISH
3. A coffee, please.
VOCABULARY
ha en have a phrase
du you pronoun
en a article, determinar
SAMPLE SENTENCES
"Can you close that window, please?" "Can you buy eggs on the way home?"
Jag kan inte börja dagen utan kaffe. Svenskar älskar att dricka kaffe.
"I can't start the day without coffee." “Swedes love to drink coffee.”
GRAMMAR
Word 2 jag I
Vad
rekommenderar What do you
Phrase 2
ni? recommend?
conjugated form of
Word 2 rekommenderar recommend rekommendera
Word 3 du you
Word 1 En A
Word 1 Jag I
CULTURAL INSIGHT
If you don't know what you want to order, feel free to ask for the waiter's recommendation.
Most restaurants make sure every staff member gets to taste all the food they serve so they
can give good recommendations to their guests.
CONTENTS
2 Swedish
2 English
2 Vocabulary
3 Sample Sentences
3 Grammar
5 Cultural Insight
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SWEDISH
4. Behåll växeln.
ENGLISH
VOCABULARY
få get verb
betala pay
SAMPLE SENTENCES
"Can you close that window, please?" "Can you buy eggs on the way home?"
"Where are you going tomorrow night?" "Where are the keys?"
Kunden betalar vid kassan. Ursäkta mig, jag tror det är min plats du
sitter på.
"The customer pays at the register."
"Excuse me, I think you're sitting in my
seat"
Jag är trött men jag måste göra klart Det är soligt ute men kalt.
rapporten ikväll.
"It is sunny outside but cold."
"I'm sleepy but I have to finish this report
tonight."
Det är fel svar. Det var fel av mig att bli arg.
GRAMMAR
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In this lesson you will learn how to ask for the bill and check the change.
conjugated form of
Word 1 kan can kunna
Word 2 jag I
conjugated form of
Word 3 få get få
conjugated form of
Word 2 kan can kunna
Word 3 jag I
conjugated form of
Word 1 behåll keep behålla
CULTURAL INSIGHT
Though it's not mandatory to tip at restaurants in Sweden, it is recommended that you leave
some extra money to show appreciation for the service.
CONTENTS
2 Swedish
2 English
2 Vocabulary
3 Sample Sentences
4 Grammar
5 Cultural Insight
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SWEDISH
ENGLISH
VOCABULARY
är are verb
gör do verb
gå go verb
på on preposition
substantiv,
med with preposition
SAMPLE SENTENCES
Jag tog boken som låg på bordet. Att gå på bio kan bli mycket dyrt om du
köper mat och dryck.
"I took the book that was on the table."
"Going to the cinema can be very
expensive if you buy food and drinks."
GRAMMAR
conjugated form is
Word 1 är are vara
Word 2 du you
conjugated form of
Word 2 gör do göra
Word 3 du you
Word 1 jag I
conjugated form of
Word 3 gå go göra
Word 4 på on
Do you want to
Phrase 4 Vill du följa med? join?
conjugated form of
Word 1 vill want vilja
Word 2 du you
CULTURAL INSIGHT
S WEDI S HPOD101.COM 3-MI NUT E S WEDI S H #24 - OFFERI NG AN I NVI T AT I ON 5
Swedish people love to plan events in advance, so if you're going to host a dinner party, be
sure to tell everyone you want to invite at least a couple of days beforehand.
CONTENTS
2 Swedish
2 English
2 Vocabulary
3 Sample Sentences
3 Grammar
4 Cultural Insight
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SWEDISH
1. Hallå.
2. Detta är Carl.
ENGLISH
1. Hello. (answering)
2. This is Carl.
VOCABULARY
är is verb
SAMPLE SENTENCES
"Can you close that window, please?" "Can you buy eggs on the way home?"
"I want to meet you again." "Could you say that again?"
GRAMMAR
In this lesson you will learn how to understand the basic vocabulary on the phone.
Word 2 jag I
Word 3 få get
Word 1 jag I
conjugated form of
Word 2 ringer call ringa
CULTURAL INSIGHT
There are so many ways to say hello when someone calls you in Sweden. The most common
ways are Hej hej, Tjena tjena, Ja, hallå and Goddag.