Swedish
UK: ˈswiː.dɪʃ | US: ˈswiː.dɪʃ
adj. relating to Sweden, its people, or their language
n. the North Germanic language spoken in Sweden
The word "Swedish" derives from "Swede," referring to the people of Sweden, combined with the suffix "-ish," which forms adjectives meaning "belonging to" or "relating to." "Swede" itself traces back to Old English "Swēon," from Old Norse "Svíar," the name of the Scandinavian tribe. The suffix "-ish" originates from Old English "-isc," used to form demonyms (e.g., English, Danish). The term reflects a straightforward construction: the root identifies the nation, while the suffix assigns affiliation.
She is fluent in Swedish and often reads Swedish literature.
The Swedish embassy hosted a cultural event in London.
Swedish meatballs are a popular dish worldwide.
He moved to Stockholm to study Swedish history.
The film features a mix of Swedish and English dialogue.