What are the first few words we learn in any language?  They're the most basic nouns, verbs, adjectives, and adverbs that we need for daily interactions. But every language has advanced words that we don't start learning until later on in our studies.  Once you master the basics, you can begin leveling up and perfecting your language skills by setting your sights on more advanced vocabulary. Luckily, you won’t have to search very far to unearth these word gems.  Below, we have compiled some of the most important advanced Swedish words for you to start studying. Table of Contents Advanced Academic Words Advanced Business Words Advanced Medical Words Advanced Legal Words Advanced Swedish Verbs Advanced Swedish... Show more

With the advance of technology, more and more of us hide behind texting, Facebook, Instagram, and more. We all want to respond to people on our own schedule, and at our convenience. But guess what? There will always come a moment when you get a phone call you have to take or need to make one yourself. You can’t refuse the call from the delivery guy, and you definitely won’t want to refuse the phone interview for your dream job.  It always comes down to making those phone calls.  As such, language learners will benefit from memorizing some Swedish phone call expressions, even in our SMS-based world.  But phone anxiety is bad enough in one’s native language, let alone in a foreign language like Swedish!  Just picture the... Show more

It’s human nature to want to look as close to perfect as possible. We want to buy the best clothes, the best makeup, the best food, or anything in-between.  We only publish our most perfect pictures on social media. We delete the pictures or posts that people didn’t react enough to (or positively to). We even try to talk as perfectly as possible. We want to sound accurate and trustworthy all the time. And that’s where we fall for the big trap: Filler words. Today we’ll be talking about common Swedish filler words, whether you should use them, and how to do so appropriately when the situation calls for it. Table of Contents What are filler words and why do we use them? Swedish Filler Words: How to Talk Like a... Show more

If you google "dating in Sweden," you’ll get loads of negative results and failure stories: "Swedes have no dating culture." "Swedes just hang out and never date." "Swedes stay in their circles." Considering the nation’s strong emphasis on gender equality, Swedish women tend to be less dependent on men compared to women in some other countries. In addition, government-supported childcare makes it easier for mothers to be self-dependent. But that doesn’t mean romance is dead! In fact, Swedes are very warm and loyal once you’ve developed a bond with them. Learning how to express your love in Swedish will greatly benefit you, whether you’re fetching for something long-term (like marriage) or pining for a more short-term,... Show more

When learning a foreign language, it’s essential to have a lot of energy and positivity. After all, these are the qualities that will allow you to keep your spirits and your motivation up, and that will play a major role in reaching your language learning goals.  This is why we would love to always be able to say yes! But to master Swedish, you’ll also need to learn how to form negative sentences. Don’t worry, though, they’re only negative from a grammatical point of view. You can keep the positive vibe. ;) In this article, you’ll learn about negation in Swedish: how to make a negative sentence, how to answer a yes-or-no question correctly, and how to use other useful negative expressions.  We get it, saying no isn’t easy,... Show more

Learning to understand, speak, and think in a different language is an amazing and fulfilling process. When we learn a foreign language, not only do we add a new skill to our repertoire, but we also change the very way we see and think about the world and our relationship to it.  If you’re considering taking up Swedish, you’ve likely asked these questions at some point: How long will it take to learn Swedish? And is it worth the commitment? We’ll get to the first question in a bit. As for the second question: Absolutely!  Did you know, for example, that if you learn Swedish you’ll also be able to understand Norwegian and Danish? This will open up the whole Scandinavian world to you! Three languages for the price of one!  ... Show more

Proverbs are popular sayings that provide a little dose of wisdom, a truth that is sometimes so obvious it’s overlooked.  Can you think of a proverb in your native language that touched you in an important moment of your life? Well, I can think of one: "There is no time like the present." So let’s get to it! Proverbs add versatility and color to our spoken language, so today we’ll introduce you to the thirty most common Swedish proverbs. Using any one of these at just the right moment is sure to impress native speakers! If you really want your language skills to shine, knowing proverbs in the Swedish language is a great way to start. And of course, it will also help you better fit in with Swedes and gain a deeper understanding of... Show more

Imagine a summer’s day spent strolling along waterfront promenades and harbors, surrounded by pencil-colored historical buildings and leafy parks…  But wait, you don’t need to imagine it. Just visit Stockholm! The capital of Sweden is made up of fourteen islands, through which the freshwater Lake Mälaren flows out into the Baltic Sea. Sounds like an idyllic place, doesn’t it? And that’s not all: Outside of the city, the Stockholm Archipelago continues with over 30,000 more islands. In this travel guide, you’ll discover Stockholm’s top eleven destinations as well as some extra tips and hints.  As St. Augustine said, "The world is a book and those who do not travel read only one page." And I assure you, the pages of this... Show more

It’s no secret that Swedes speak English well. But if you dropped in unexpectedly on a Swedish company’s conference call, you might be a little surprised to hear everyone speaking in English despite the fact that everyone working there was born and raised in-country. What gives? Shouldn’t they be speaking...Swedish? Well, because of many different factors, there are quite a few modern colloquial English words in Swedish. They call this phenomenon "Swenglish," and here’s what it’s all about. Table of Contents Putting Swenglish in Context Examples of Swenglish English Loanwords What a Swedish Accent Sounds Like in English English Words Originally From Swedish Conclusion Putting Swenglish in Context ... Show more

https://www.youtube.com/embed/v7JhfNUmli4 What if I told you there was one day a year when you could eat all the waffles you could possibly want? Yes, I’m talking about Waffle Day (formerly known as Our Lady Day) in Sweden.  If you have a mighty sweet tooth on you (or just love pastries a lot), it’s your lucky day! We’ll discuss the origins of this holiday, get your mouth watering with some info on Swedish waffles, and cover some key vocabulary.  Let’s get started! 1. What is Waffle Day? In Sweden, Våffeldagen (Waffle Day) is a springtime holiday during which the general population can indulge in a feast of waffles! But despite the holiday’s festive and indulgent nature, it was originally celebrated as a... Show more