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Swedish for beginners
Rating: 4.7 out of 5(7 ratings)
54 students

Swedish for beginners

Learn essential Swedish phrases and structures through dialogues, exercises, and grammar explanations.
Created byMarina Samarina
Last updated 2/2025
English

What you'll learn

  • Develop basic vocabulary and language skills: understand and use common words and phrases related to daily life
  • Master pronunciation and basic grammar: develop accurate pronunciation and grasp fundamental grammatical structures
  • Develop listening and reading comprehension: understanding spoken Swedish in simple conversations, short dialogues, and audio recordings
  • Engage in basic speaking and writing tasks: learn how to say and write simple sentences

Course content

7 sections91 lectures5h 44m total length
  • Introduction0:10

    I introduce you to the basics of the Swedish language, drawing on more than 12 years of teaching experience to guide your beginner journey.

  • Greetings3:23

    Learn to introduce yourself in Swedish and use greetings from hello to good night. Practice listening at normal and slow speeds, speaking aloud, and translating phrases from English to Swedish.

  • Small Talk 14:35

    Learn common phrases for small talk in Swedish and English. Practice listening and repeating to memorize phrases and improve your pronunciation.

  • Small Talk 24:15

    Expand your Swedish small talk toolkit with new phrases for talking about favorite films, food, and daily topics, paired with guided listening, slow-speed repetition, and pronunciation practice.

  • Small Talk 32:45

    Translate a set of English phrases into Swedish in random order to practice beginner Swedish through a varied translation exercise that builds basic vocabulary.

  • Phrases to end conversation3:37

    Learn practical Swedish phrases to end conversations in various settings, from informal chats to business meetings. Listen, repeat, and translate phrases to Swedish to improve pronunciation and memory.

  • Definite and Indefinite2:19

    Explore Swedish grammar: two genders, common and neuter; use definite and indefinite forms by suffixing n or et, with consonant endings needing two letters and vowels one.

  • Vocabulary Personal pronouns2:11

    Practice personal pronouns to introduce yourself, listen and repeat at slower speed, and speak aloud to memorize phrases and improve pronunciation. Test yourself by translating English personal pronouns to Swedish.

  • Vocabulary Countries6:17

    Learn Swedish country names and how to say where you’re from through listening, repetition, and translation from English to Swedish.

  • Vocabulary Languages5:57

    Master the languages listed in the caption, including svenska, engelska, spanska, tyska, franska, italienska, portugues, norska, dansk, finska, ryska, japanska, arabic, hebrew, hindi, urdu, swahili, turkish, greek, islenska, nederlandse.

  • Present Tense in Swedish4:02

    Learn how the Swedish present tense describes actions now, habits, and general truths using a single form with endings r or ir and no pronoun changes.

  • Vocabulary Jobs6:46

    Learn Swedish job vocabulary and common occupations, master two ways to describe your job, and practice with listening and repeat drills.

  • Exercise 11:17

    Practice basic Swedish by answering questions about origin and language preference, and choose svenska or engelska as the teacher prompts.

  • Exercise 20:53

    Practice self-introduction in Swedish using the provided phrases. Learn to greet others and introduce yourself confidently.

  • Exercise 31:55

    Listen to a text and fill the gaps, practicing basic Swedish phrases about greetings, origins, and people such as Mia Wagner from Tyskland and meeting Wagner.

Requirements

  • No prior learning experience needed. The course if for beginners.

Description

Welcome to our Swedish course for beginners!

If you've ever been captivated by the beautiful landscapes of Sweden, the enchanting melodies of Swedish music, or the fascinating culture and traditions of this Nordic country, then learning Swedish is the key to unlocking a deeper connection with all things Swedish.

Swedish, one of the North Germanic languages, is spoken by approximately 10 million people worldwide. It is not only the official language of Sweden but also holds official status in Finland, where it is spoken by the Swedish-speaking minority. Learning Swedish opens up doors to a rich linguistic heritage, a vibrant contemporary culture, and a strong sense of community among Swedish speakers.

This course is designed for those who have little to no knowledge of the Swedish language and aims to provide you with a strong foundation in Swedish grammar, vocabulary, and pronunciation.

Throughout the course, you will be introduced to essential Swedish phrases and structures through dialogues, exercises, and grammar explanations. You will also have the opportunity to practice your skills through dialogues, role-plays, and other engaging activities.

Our learning materials are designed to be engaging and user-friendly, ensuring that you have a positive and effective learning experience.

Whether you are looking to learn Swedish for personal or professional reasons, this course is an excellent starting point. We are excited to guide you on your language learning journey and help you achieve your goals. Lycka till! (Good luck!)


Who this course is for:

  • Anybody who is interested in learning Swedish language to travel to Sweden, study or work in the country.