المعنى
Unique skills or circumstances
خلفية ثقافية
The phrase is a direct antidote to 'Jantelagen'. It allows for praise without making the recipient feel like they are being placed on a pedestal, which can be uncomfortable for some Swedes. In Finland-Swedish, the phrase is used similarly but can often be even more understated. Finns might use it with a very serious face, making the compliment feel even more sincere. In modern tech companies in Stockholm, this phrase is often used during 'code reviews' or 'retrospectives' to highlight a developer's elegant solution. On platforms like 'Familjeliv' or 'Flashback', the phrase is used to discuss parenting or life choices, often to validate a difficult path someone has taken.
The 'Det' at the end
Adding a 'det' at the very end ('...som kan det') makes you sound 100% more like a native speaker.
Sarcasm Alert
Be careful with your tone. If you say it too flatly, it can sound like you're being mean about someone's basic skills.
المعنى
Unique skills or circumstances
The 'Det' at the end
Adding a 'det' at the very end ('...som kan det') makes you sound 100% more like a native speaker.
Sarcasm Alert
Be careful with your tone. If you say it too flatly, it can sound like you're being mean about someone's basic skills.
The Humble Brag
If someone says this to you, the correct response is a modest 'Tack, vad snällt sagt' or 'Ja, jag har haft tur'.
اختبر نفسك
Fill in the missing words to complete the Swedish compliment.
Att tala så många språk flytande... det ___ inte ___ som kan!
The standard phrase is 'det är inte alla som kan'.
Which sentence is a natural Swedish compliment for someone who just finished a marathon?
A: Alla kan springa ett maraton. B: Det är inte alla som kan springa ett maraton. C: Vem som helst kan springa ett maraton.
B acknowledges the difficulty and rarity of the achievement.
Complete the dialogue with the most appropriate response.
Person A: Jag har äntligen lärt mig att baka surdegsbröd! Person B: Wow! ____________________.
This is the most natural way to praise a new, difficult skill.
Match the situation to the correct variation of the phrase.
Situation: A formal speech at a 50th birthday party.
'Det är få förunnat' is the formal version suitable for speeches.
🎉 النتيجة: /4
وسائل تعلم بصرية
بنك التمارين
4 تمارينAtt tala så många språk flytande... det ___ inte ___ som kan!
The standard phrase is 'det är inte alla som kan'.
A: Alla kan springa ett maraton. B: Det är inte alla som kan springa ett maraton. C: Vem som helst kan springa ett maraton.
B acknowledges the difficulty and rarity of the achievement.
Person A: Jag har äntligen lärt mig att baka surdegsbröd! Person B: Wow! ____________________.
This is the most natural way to praise a new, difficult skill.
Situation: A formal speech at a 50th birthday party.
'Det är få förunnat' is the formal version suitable for speeches.
🎉 النتيجة: /4
الأسئلة الشائعة
10 أسئلةIt's neutral. You can use it with your boss, your grandma, or your best friend.
Yes! You can use it for luck or circumstances, like 'Det är inte alla som kan bo vid havet'.
In Swedish grammar, 'som' connects the subject to the description in this specific sentence type (cleft sentence).
Yes, that means 'Not everyone is allowed' or 'Not everyone gets the chance'. It's a common variation.
Yes, it sounds very arrogant. Let others say it about you!
Det var inte alla som kunde.
You can say 'Det är inte många som kan', which means 'There aren't many who can'. It's even stronger.
A simple 'Tack!' or 'Ja, det är roligt att kunna' works perfectly.
Yes, many Swedish pop songs use it to describe unique love or rare feelings.
It's better to use it in the interview. In writing, it might sound a bit too conversational.
عبارات ذات صلة
Det är få förunnat
specialized formIt is granted to few.
Inte vem som helst
similarNot just anyone.
Det är inte alla som har turen
builds onNot everyone has the luck.
Alla kan inte vara bäst
contrastNot everyone can be the best.
