Restaurant Basics:
When entering a restaurant, you can use the following phrases to communicate your needs:
«A table for [number] people, please» (pronounced ett bord fur an-tal per-son-er, thank) means «A table for [number] people, please.»
«Can I have the menu, please?» (pronounced kan yag foh meh-nun, thank you) means «Can I have the menu, please?»
Drinks:
To order beverages, use the following phrases:
«En kaffe, tack» (pronounced en kaf-feh, tack) means «One coffee, please.»
«En öl, tack» (pronounced en ul, tack) means «One beer, please.»
«En læsk, takk» (pronounced en lehsk, takk) means «One soda, please.»
«A bottle of water, thank you» (pronounced en flas-ka vah-ten, thanks) means «One bottle of water, please.»
Appetizers and Starters:
When it comes to ordering appetizers or starters, consider using these phrases:
«En soppa, tack» (pronounced en sop-pa, tack) means «One soup, please.»
«En sallad, tack» (pronounced en sal-lad, tack) means «One salad, please.»
«En räksamka, takk» (pronounced en rek-mak-ka, takk) means «One shrimp sandwich, please.»
Main Courses:
To order your main course, these phrases will come in handy:
«En köttbullar med lingonsylt, takk» (pronounced en chot-bul-lar med ling-on-silt, takk) means «One meatball dish with lingonberry jam, please.»
«En fiskrätt, thank» (pronounced en fisk-ret, thank) means «One fish dish, please.»
«En vegetarian pizza, thank you» (pronounced en veh-ge-tar-isk pee-tsa, thank you) means «One vegetarian pizza, please.»
Special Requests:
If you have any dietary preferences or special requests, you can use these phrases:
«I am vegetarian» (pronounced yag air veh-ge-tar-ee-an) means «I am a vegetarian.»
«Can I have it without [ingredient]?» (pronounced kan yag foh deht oo-tan [ing-re-dyens]) means «Can I have it without [ingredient]?»
Desserts:
No meal is complete without a delicious dessert. Consider these phrases when ordering desserts:
«En chokladkaka, takk» (pronounced en chok-lad-ka-ka, takk) means «One chocolate cake, please.»
«En glass, tack» (pronounced en glas, tack) means «One ice cream, please.»
«En appelpaj, takk» (pronounced en epp-el-pie, takk) means «One apple pie, please.»
Bill and Payment:
When youre ready to settle the bill, these phrases will be useful:
«Can I have the check please?» (pronounced kan yag foh no-tan, thank you) means «Can I have the bill, please?»
«Can I pay with card?» (pronounced kan yag be-ta-la med kort) means «Can I pay with a card?»
Remember to use «tack» (pronounced tack) to say «please» and «tack» (pronounced tack) again to say «thank you.» Politeness goes a long way in Swedish culture.
By using these phrases, youll be able to navigate Swedish menus, order your favorite dishes, and enjoy the culinary delights that Sweden has to offer.
Chapter 6: Shopping and Bargaining
Sweden offers a fantastic shopping experience with a wide range of stores, markets, and boutiques to explore. Whether youre looking for trendy fashion, unique souvenirs, or delicious local produce, this chapter will equip you with essential phrases and expressions to make your shopping adventures in Sweden enjoyable and successful.
Shopping Basics:
When you enter a store, use these phrases to greet the shopkeeper and ask for assistance:
«Hej, god dag!» (pronounced hey, good dog) means «Hello, good day!»
«Excuse me, can you help me?» (pronounced oor-sheck-ta may, kan doo yel-pa may) means «Excuse me, can you help me?»
Asking for Prices:
To inquire about the price of an item, you can use the following phrases:
«Vad kostar detta?» (pronounced vad koo-star deh-ta) means «How much does this cost?»
«How much does this cost?» (pronounced hoor my-cket koo-star den hair) means «How much does this one cost?»
Sizes and Colors:
If youre shopping for clothing or accessories, these phrases will be useful:
«Do you have this in a larger size?» (pronounced har doo den hair ee en ster-re stor-lek) means «Do you have this in a larger size?»
«Is there a smaller size?» (pronounced fins deht en mind-re stor-lek) means «Is there a smaller size?»
«I would like the blue one» (pronounced yag skool-leh vil-ya ha den blo-a) means «I would like the blue one.»
Trying On Clothes:
When trying on clothes, use these phrases:
«Can I try this one?» (pronounced for yag pro-va den hair) means «Can I try this one on?»
«Var är provrummet?» (pronounced var air prov-room-met) means «Where is the fitting room?»
Making a Purchase:
When youre ready to buy something, use these phrases:
«Jag köper det» (pronounced yag sher-per deht) means «Ill buy it.»
«Im going to take this one» (pronounced yag tar den) means «Im going to take this one.
Bargaining:
While bargaining isnt as common in Sweden as it may be in some other countries, you can still try to negotiate at markets or smaller shops. Here are some phrases to use:
«Can you make it cheaper?» (pronounced kan doo yew-ra deht bil-lig-ar-eh) means «Can you make it cheaper?»
«Is there a better price?» (pronounced fins deht noy-got bet-tre prees) means «Is there a better price?»
Payment:
When its time to pay for your purchases, these phrases will be helpful:
«I pay with cash» (pronounced yag be-ta-lar med kont-anter) means «Im paying with cash.»
«Can I pay with card?» (pronounced kan yag be-ta-la med kort) means «Can I pay with a card?»
Thanking the Shopkeeper:
Always remember to be polite and thank the shopkeeper:
«Thanks so much!» (pronounced thank soh myk-ket) means «Thank you very much!»
Chapter 7: At the Hotel
Your accommodation plays a crucial role in ensuring a comfortable and enjoyable stay in Sweden. Whether youre checking into a hotel, hostel, or bed and breakfast, this chapter will equip you with essential phrases and expressions to communicate effectively with hotel staff and navigate various situations during your stay.
Checking-In:
When you arrive at the hotel, these phrases will help you during the check-in process:
«Hej, jag har en booking» (pronounced hey, yag har en book-ning) means «Hello, I have a reservation.»
«I would like to check in, please» (pronounced yag skool-leh vil-ya check-a in, thank) means «I would like to check in, please.»
«My name is» (pronounced mitt name air) means «My name is»
Room Inquiries:
If you have specific preferences or questions about your room, use these phrases:
«Har rummet eget badrum?» (pronounced har room-met ay-et bad-room) means «Does the room have a private bathroom?»
«Is there free Wi-Fi in the room?» (pronounced because there is free Wi-Fi in the room) means «Is there free Wi-Fi in the room?»
«Can I have a room with a view?» (pronounced kan yag foh ett room med oot-sikt) means «Can I have a room with a view?»
Requests and Assistance:
If you need any help or have special requests during your stay, consider using these phrases:
«Excuse me, can you help me with something?» (pronounced oor-sheck-ta may, kan doo yel-pa may with noy-got) means «Excuse me, can you help me with something?»
«I need extra towels» (pronounced yag be-hur-der ex-tra hand-doo-kar) means «I need extra towels.»
Breakfast:
If your hotel offers breakfast, these phrases will come in handy:
«Ingår frukost?» (pronounced ing-orr froo-cost) means «Is breakfast included?»
«What times is breakfast served?» (pronounced vil-ka tee-der ser-ve-ras froo-cost) means «What are the breakfast hours?»
Housekeeping:
If you need housekeeping services or have any related inquiries, consider using these phrases:
«Can you come back later to clean the room?» (pronounced kan doo kom-ma till-bah-ka sen-ar-eh to steh-da room-met) means «Can you come back later to clean the room?»
«I need extra shampoo» (pronounced yag be-hur-der ex-tra sham-po) means «I need extra shampoo.»
Checking-Out:
When its time to check out, these phrases will be helpful:
«I would like to check out, please» (pronounced yag skool-leh vil-ya check-a ut, thank) means «I would like to check out, please.»
«Can I have a printout of the bill?» (pronounced kan yag foh en oot-skrift af rek-ning-en) means «Can I have a printout of the bill?»
Expressing Satisfaction:
If you had a pleasant stay and wish to express your satisfaction, you can use these phrases:
«Thank you for a pleasant stay» (pronounced thank fur en trev-lig vis-tel-se) means «Thank you for a pleasant stay.»
«I am very satisfied with the service» (pronounced yag air my-ket nurd with ser-vee-sen) means «I am very satisfied with the service.»
Remember to be courteous and polite throughout your interactions with hotel staff. By using these phrases, youll be able to communicate your needs and ensure a smooth and comfortable experience during your stay in Sweden.
Chapter 8: Numbers and Counting
Mastering numbers and counting in Swedish is essential for various everyday situations, such as shopping, making reservations, or understanding directions. In this chapter, we will explore the Swedish number system and provide you with the necessary vocabulary and expressions to navigate numerical conversations with ease.
Cardinal Numbers:
Lets start with the cardinal numbers from 1 to 10:
1: «one» (pronounced ett)
2: «two» (pronounced tvoh)
3: «tre» (pronounced treh)
4: «four» (pronounced fy-rah)