Bedeutung
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Kultureller Hintergrund
The 'Semesterlag' (Vacation Act) gives everyone the right to 25 days of vacation. This makes 'ta ledigt' a very common and guilt-free topic. Klämdagar (Squeeze days) are days between a holiday and a weekend. It is culturally expected that many people will 'ta ledigt' then. VAB (Vård av barn) is a unique system where you 'ta ledigt' to care for a sick child and get paid by the state. Fika culture often leads to 'ta ledigt' for social reasons, as work-life balance is highly valued.
The 'T' is key
Always remember the 't' at the end of 'ledigt'. Even if you are talking about yourself (en person), it's 'ta ledigt'.
Don't say 'ta off'
Even though Swedes use many English words, 'ta off' is not one of them. Stick to 'ta ledigt'.
Bedeutung
Not working for a while.
The 'T' is key
Always remember the 't' at the end of 'ledigt'. Even if you are talking about yourself (en person), it's 'ta ledigt'.
Don't say 'ta off'
Even though Swedes use many English words, 'ta off' is not one of them. Stick to 'ta ledigt'.
Klämdagar
If you want to sound like a local, ask your colleagues: 'Ska du ta ledigt på klämdagen?'
Permission
In Sweden, you usually 'ansöker' (apply) for 'ledigt' via an app or system, but you still 'tar ledigt' in conversation.
Teste dich selbst
Fill in the correct form of the verb 'ta'.
Igår ______ jag ledigt från jobbet.
The word 'Igår' (yesterday) indicates the past tense (preterite), which is 'tog'.
Which sentence is correct?
How do you ask to take time off?
'Ta ledigt' is the correct collocation. 'Ta av' means remove clothes, and 'göra ledigt' is incorrect.
Complete the dialogue.
A: Ska du jobba på fredag? B: Nej, jag har _________.
The present perfect 'har tagit ledigt' is used to describe a completed action with present relevance (I am not working because I have already taken the time off).
Match the phrase to the situation.
You want to take a break for 15 minutes to drink coffee.
'Ta rast' is for short breaks during the day. 'Ta ledigt' is for longer absences.
🎉 Ergebnis: /4
Visuelle Lernhilfen
Ta Ledigt vs. Ta Rast
When to take ledigt
Family
- • Bröllop
- • Begravning
- • Födelsedag
Health
- • Läkare
- • Vila
- • Psykisk hälsa
Fun
- • Resa
- • Hobby
- • Festival
Aufgabensammlung
4 AufgabenIgår ______ jag ledigt från jobbet.
The word 'Igår' (yesterday) indicates the past tense (preterite), which is 'tog'.
How do you ask to take time off?
'Ta ledigt' is the correct collocation. 'Ta av' means remove clothes, and 'göra ledigt' is incorrect.
A: Ska du jobba på fredag? B: Nej, jag har _________.
The present perfect 'har tagit ledigt' is used to describe a completed action with present relevance (I am not working because I have already taken the time off).
You want to take a break for 15 minutes to drink coffee.
'Ta rast' is for short breaks during the day. 'Ta ledigt' is for longer absences.
🎉 Ergebnis: /4
Häufig gestellte Fragen
14 FragenYes, you can say 'Jag tog ledigt två timmar för att gå till läkaren.'
'Ta ledigt' is the verb phrase. 'Ledighet' is the noun. You 'ansöker om ledighet' but you 'tar ledigt'.
'Ta semester' is specifically for your 5 weeks of paid holiday. 'Ta ledigt' is more general and can be for any reason.
Yes, students 'tar ledigt' for trips or special events.
It's neutral. You can use it with anyone.
Jag tog ledigt idag.
No, it's always 'ledigt' in this phrase. 'Vi tog ledigt.'
No, use 'ta rast' or 'gå på lunch'.
It means 'unpaid leave'. You 'tar obetald ledigt'.
It functions as an adverbial complement to the verb 'ta'.
It's a bit joking/poetic, meaning 'I'm taking a break from you'.
It's when you 'ta ledigt' using overtime hours you've saved up (kompensation).
Jag är ledig imorgon.
Yes, it is used the same way in Finland.
Verwandte Redewendungen
vara ledig
similarto be free/off work
ta semester
specialized formto take vacation
ta rast
contrastto take a short break
tjänstledig
specialized formleave of absence
vabba
specialized formstay home with sick child
