SWEDISH

LANGUAGE
WORKSHOP
SWEDISH LANGUAGE
Imagine a language that sounds like a blend of magic spells and pop songs, where words flow like a
melody, and umlauts add a cool twist to the pronunciation. That's the Swedish language! But it's not
just about sounding awesome; it's also the gateway to some of the trendiest things in the world.
Ever heard of 'IKEA'? It's the Swedish mega-brand known for stylish furniture and meatballs. Want to be
part of the gaming revolution? Sweden is the birthplace of 'Minecraft.' And if you're a music buff, you
can groove to hits from Swedish pop sensations like ABBA, Avicii, and Zara Larsson.
But Swedish isn't just cool in pop culture. It's also a language that believes in 'fika,' which is all about
hanging out with friends, sipping hot chocolate, and nibbling on cinnamon buns. Oh, and let's not
forget, it's spoken in a country where you can experience the magic of the Northern Lights and the thrill
of outdoor adventures.
So, if you're into music, gaming, trendy designs, or just having a good time with friends, Swedish might
be your secret to unlocking an amazing world of awesomeness!
COMMON SWEDISH WORDS
Hej! Hej då! God morgon! God natt!
Hello! Goodbye! Good morning! Good night!

Ursäkta mig. Snälla. Tack. Varsågod.

Excuse me. Please. Thank you. You’re welcome.

Ja! Nej. Ballt! Grattis!

Yes. No. Awesome! Congratulations!
COMMON SWEDISH WORDS
Jag kommer frän
Jag heter ... Vad heter du?
My name is ... Storbritannien. What is your name?
I come from the UK.

Trevligt att träffas. Hur mår du? Jag mår bra, Tack!
It’s nice to meet you. How are you? I am fine, Thank you!

Ha det bra! Jag älsker dig. Jag saknar dig.

Have a nice day! I love you. I miss you.
SWEDISH SILENT CHARADES
Rules:
1. Team members take turns to be the actor, randomly selecting one of the
cards.
2. The actor silently acts out the word or phrase on the card without using
any words, or sounds.
3. The other students watch the actor's actions and try to guess the
Swedish word or phrase being acted out.

Say it aloud!