Swedish semantics antics... by Todd64
I know it's difficult to find a good course on the net, but do try to learn at least a little Swedish before your trip. It not only shows respect for their culture, but will make things a little easier for you should you run into someone who perhaps doesn't speak your language. I was in one of the many curious little shops on Haga Nygata, and in line was an American asking the saleswoman 'How much is that in real money?' Well, being that I don't have a complete command of the Swedish language, I'm afraid I missed most of the answer, but the term 'hynda' was used, which of course caused my friend to laugh out loud hysterically.The most complete free course on Swedish that I've been able to locate on the net is Björn Engdahl's , so I've included his website here for you take a peek at.
Swedish 101 primer:
Hi - Hej! (hey)
How are you? - Hur mår du? (hewr mawr dew)
Can you help me? - Kan du hjälpa mig? (can dew yelpa may)
Where is the toilet? - Var är toaletten? (vahr ay too-aletten)
Excellent! - Utmärkt! (ewtmerkt)
Thank you! - Tack! (tack)
What more could you need? ;o)