المعنى
To discuss a specific topic.
خلفية ثقافية
The 'fika' is the unofficial headquarters for 'tala om saken'. Many workplace problems are solved over coffee rather than in formal meetings. Swedes value 'platta organisationer' (flat organizations). This means even a junior employee can ask to 'tala om saken' with a CEO. Directness is valued, but so is 'lagom' (just the right amount). 'Tala om saken' allows for directness without being overly aggressive. In Swedish law, 'sak' is still used to refer to the 'merits of the case'.
Use it for 'The Talk'
In relationships, if you say 'Vi måste tala om saken', it sounds serious but also like you want to fix things. It's a very 'Swedish' way to handle conflict.
Don't forget the 'om'
Saying 'Tala saken' is a common mistake for English speakers. Always keep the 'om'!
المعنى
To discuss a specific topic.
Use it for 'The Talk'
In relationships, if you say 'Vi måste tala om saken', it sounds serious but also like you want to fix things. It's a very 'Swedish' way to handle conflict.
Don't forget the 'om'
Saying 'Tala saken' is a common mistake for English speakers. Always keep the 'om'!
Consensus is King
In Sweden, 'tala om saken' is the path to consensus. Don't rush the conversation; let everyone speak.
اختبر نفسك
Fill in the missing words to complete the phrase.
Vi måste ______ ______ saken innan vi går hem.
The full phrase is 'tala om saken'.
Which sentence is the most natural way to suggest a discussion?
How do you say 'Let's talk about the matter'?
You need both the preposition 'om' and the definite form 'saken'.
Match the phrase variation to the correct situation.
1. Tala ut om saken, 2. Snacka om det, 3. Diskutera saken
'Tala ut' is deep, 'Snacka' is casual, 'Diskutera' is formal.
Complete the dialogue.
A: Jag är ledsen för vad som hände. B: Det är okej, men vi behöver ______ ______ ______.
In a context of reconciliation, 'tala om saken' is the most appropriate phrase.
🎉 النتيجة: /4
وسائل تعلم بصرية
بنك التمارين
4 تمارينVi måste ______ ______ saken innan vi går hem.
The full phrase is 'tala om saken'.
How do you say 'Let's talk about the matter'?
You need both the preposition 'om' and the definite form 'saken'.
1. Tala ut om saken, 2. Snacka om det, 3. Diskutera saken
'Tala ut' is deep, 'Snacka' is casual, 'Diskutera' is formal.
A: Jag är ledsen för vad som hände. B: Det är okej, men vi behöver ______ ______ ______.
In a context of reconciliation, 'tala om saken' is the most appropriate phrase.
🎉 النتيجة: /4
الأسئلة الشائعة
4 أسئلةNo, it can be used for any specific topic, like planning a party or discussing a book, though it often implies a need for a decision or resolution.
Yes, 'prata om saken' is very common and slightly more informal. Both are perfectly natural.
In this context, 'saken' means 'the matter' or 'the issue' that you are both aware of.
Because you are talking about a *specific* matter that has already been mentioned. Definite form is required.
عبارات ذات صلة
Tala ur skägget
similarTo speak plainly/stop mumbling.
Komma till saken
builds onTo get to the point.
Hålla sig till saken
similarTo stick to the point.
Tala för sig själv
contrastTo speak for oneself.
