Lesson 1.2: Common Phrases

Lesson 1.2: Common Phrases – Vanliga fraser

In this lesson, you'll learn how to use high-frequency Swedish expressions that will help you navigate day-to-day life—from saying “thank you” to asking someone to repeat something. These are phrases you’ll hear and use all the time!

🙋‍♀️ Polite Basics

English	Swedish	Notes
Thank you	Tack	Always appreciated
You're welcome	Varsågod	When offering something or responding
Please	Snälla / Var snäll och	Depends on tone/formality
Excuse me / Sorry	Ursäkta	To get attention or say sorry
I’m sorry	Förlåt	For apologies
No problem / It’s okay	Ingen fara	Casual and friendly

🗣️ Essential Conversation Phrases

English	Swedish	Notes
Yes	Ja	Pronounced like “ya”
No	Nej	Pronounced like “nay”
Maybe	Kanske	“Maybe we can go” = “Kanske vi kan gå”
I don’t understand	Jag förstår inte	Important for beginners
Do you speak English?	Talar du engelska?	Useful when stuck
I speak a little Swedish	Jag talar lite svenska	Humble and helpful
Can you repeat that, please?	Kan du upprepa det, tack?	Great for learning
I don't know	Jag vet inte	Use in many contexts

🤝 Social & Friendly Expressions

English	Swedish
How nice! / That’s nice!	Vad trevligt!
Great job!	Bra jobbat!
Good luck!	Lycka till!
Take care	Ta hand om dig
See you soon	Vi ses snart
Have a good evening	Ha en trevlig kväll

🗣️ Mini Dialogue – Everyday Exchange

English Swedish
You: Excuse me, do you speak English? Du: Ursäkta, talar du engelska?
Swede: Yes, a little. Svensk: Ja, lite grann.
You: I don’t understand. Can you repeat that? Du: Jag förstår inte. Kan du upprepa det?
Swede: Sure! No problem. Svensk: Självklart! Ingen fara.

🧠 Tips for Beginners

Use “tack” liberally! It’s a polite, all-purpose word.
If you get stuck, say “Jag talar lite svenska”—Swedes appreciate the effort!
Use intonation—like a question tone when asking: “Talar du engelska?”