Swedish used in convenient store

Here are some common phrases you might use when buying a Coke or a sandwich in a store in Sweden.

» Updated: August 06 2024

» Published: May 17 2024

Swedish used in convenient store
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Entering the Store

  • "Hej!" – Hi/Hello!
  • "Hej hej!" – A slightly more informal or friendly greeting.

Asking for a Coke

  • "Ursäkta, var finns läsken?" – Excuse me, where can I find the soda?
  • "Var har ni Coca-Cola?" – Where do you have Coca-Cola?
  • "Kan jag få en Coca-Cola, tack?" – Can I have a Coca-Cola, please?

At the Cash Register

  • "Hur mycket kostar det?" – How much does it cost?
  • "Kan jag betala med kort?" – Can I pay with card?

Additional Polite Phrases

  • "Tack så mycket!" – Thank you very much!
  • "Ha en bra dag!" – Have a nice day!

Full Example Conversation

  • You: "Hej! Var har ni Coca-Cola?"
  • Store Employee: "Hej! Läsken finns där borta, i kylskåpet."
  • You: "Tack så mycket!"

(At the register)

  • Cashier: "Hej, var det bra så?"
  • You: "Ja, tack. Hur mycket kostar det?"
  • Cashier: "Det blir 20 kronor."
  • You: "Kan jag betala med kort?"
  • Cashier: "Ja, det går bra."
  • You: "Tack så mycket! Ha en bra dag!"
  • Cashier: "Tack, detsamma!"

These phrases should help you navigate buying a Coke or any other item in a Swedish store.

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