Learn Swedish with daily Swedish sentences, their English translations, and explanations. Perfect for Swedish language learners and those interested in Swedish culture.
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Vi får se hur det blir, det beror på vädret.
We’ll see how it goes, it depends on the weather.
A useful phrase that fits Swedish life year-round.

Jag hade gärna kommit, men jag kan inte i kväll.
I would have liked to come, but I can’t tonight.
Polite decline with a natural Swedish rhythm.

Det låter bra, men jag behöver tänka på det.
That sounds good, but I need to think about it.
A very Swedish way to avoid rushing into decisions.

Jag ska försöka vara tydligare nästa gång.
I’ll try to be clearer next time.
A friendly way to take responsibility without overdoing it.

Jag vill gärna ha det skriftligt, om det går.
I’d prefer to have it in writing, if possible.
Useful for work and practical matters, especially agreements.

Det är så mycket att göra att jag knappt hinner tänka.
There’s so much to do that I barely have time to think.
A natural sentence for busy periods, at work or at home.

Jag trodde att vi hade sagt klockan åtta.
I thought we said eight o’clock.
Useful when clarifying a misunderstanding about time.

Kan du säga till om något ändras?
Can you let me know if anything changes?
A helpful phrase for coordination and planning.

Jag försöker spara lite pengar den här månaden.
I’m trying to save a bit of money this month.
Useful for conversations about budgets and plans.

Jag åt lite för mycket, men det var värt det.
I ate a bit too much, but it was worth it.
A light, everyday way to comment after a meal.

Ska vi köpa semlor i dag eller i morgon?
Should we buy semlor today or tomorrow?
Seasonal and useful around Shrove Tuesday.

Om vi går nu hinner vi innan det blir mörkt.
If we leave now, we’ll make it before it gets dark.
A practical sentence with a common Swedish if-clause.