Learn modern Swedish slang words and phrases with daily examples. Understand how Swedes really speak in everyday conversations.
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Läget?
What’s up? How are things?
Example:
“Tja! Läget?”
Hey! What’s up?

Dra
To leave, head off
Example:
“Jag drar nu, vi hörs sen.”
I’m heading out now, talk later.

Fomo
Fear of missing out
Example:
“Jag fick fomo och följde med ändå.”
I got FOMO and came along anyway.

Orka
To have the energy to do something (often used as: can’t be bothered)
Example:
“Jag orkar inte gå ut i dag.”
I can’t be bothered to go out today.

Softa
To relax, chill
Example:
“Vi softar hemma i kväll.”
We’re chilling at home tonight.

Bakis
Hungover
Example:
“Jag är lite bakis, så jag tar det lugnt.”
I’m a bit hungover, so I’m taking it easy.

Banger
A hit, something really good (often about music)
Example:
“Den där låten är en riktig banger.”
That song is a real banger.

Tagga
To get hyped, get ready, look forward to something
Example:
“Jag är taggad inför nyår.”
I’m hyped for New Year’s.

Highkey
Openly, definitely, very much
Example:
“Jag är highkey sugen på pizza.”
I definitely feel like having pizza.

Lowkey
Quietly, kind of, without making a big deal out of it
Example:
“Jag är lowkey trött i dag.”
I’m kind of tired today.