Daily Swedish Slang

Learn modern Swedish slang words and phrases with daily examples. Understand how Swedes really speak in everyday conversations.

Images: Unsplash.com

Softa

Daily Swedish Slang

Softa

To relax, chill

Example:

Vi softar hemma i kväll.

We’re chilling at home tonight.

Bakis

Daily Swedish Slang

Bakis

Hungover

Example:

Jag är lite bakis, så jag tar det lugnt.

I’m a bit hungover, so I’m taking it easy.

Banger

Daily Swedish Slang

Banger

A hit, something really good (often about music)

Example:

Den där låten är en riktig banger.

That song is a real banger.

Tagga

Daily Swedish Slang

Tagga

To get hyped, get ready, look forward to something

Example:

Jag är taggad inför nyår.

I’m hyped for New Year’s.

Highkey

Daily Swedish Slang

Highkey

Openly, definitely, very much

Example:

Jag är highkey sugen på pizza.

I definitely feel like having pizza.

Lowkey

Daily Swedish Slang

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.

Daily Swedish Slang - Page 4 | Sweden Herald