Swedish

Language: en

🇬🇧 /ˈswiːdɪʃ/ 🇺🇸 /ˈswiːdɪʃ/

📖 Definitions

  1. adjective
    Of or relating to Sweden, its people, language, or culture.
  2. noun
    The North Germanic language spoken in Sweden and parts of Finland.; A native or inhabitant of Sweden.
  3. adjective
    Of or relating to a style of massage characterized by long, gliding strokes, kneading, and circular movements on superficial layers of muscle.
  4. noun
    A type of massage using long strokes, kneading, and friction techniques on the superficial layers of muscle.
  5. adjective
    Referring to a style of gymnastics or physical exercise emphasizing systematic movement and posture, developed in Sweden.
  6. noun
    A system of gymnastic exercises developed in Sweden, emphasizing controlled movements and posture.

🔗 Details

Word forms

uncountable

Collocations

Swedish massageSwedish meatballsSwedish modelSwedish languageSwedish design

Derivatives

SwedenSwedeSwedishness

Synonyms

ScandinavianNordic

Commonly confused

Swiss
EN: 'Swiss' refers to Switzerland; 'Swedish' refers to Sweden — two entirely different countries.
Swede
EN: 'Swede' is a person from Sweden (or a root vegetable in British English); 'Swedish' is the adjective or the language.

Spelling tips

EN: Frequently confused with 'Swiss' (from Switzerland). Remember: Sweden → Swedish; Switzerland → Swiss. Also, as a proper adjective, it should always be capitalized.

💬 Examples

  1. She enjoys Swedish design and minimalist furniture.

  2. He is learning Swedish at the university.

  3. The Swedes are known for their love of outdoor activities.

  4. I booked a Swedish massage at the spa to relieve my back tension.

  5. The therapist recommended a Swedish to help with her muscle soreness.

  6. The school adopted Swedish gymnastics as part of its physical education program.

  7. Swedish was widely practiced in European schools during the 19th century.