Bedeutung
Asking for someone's opinion.
Kultureller Hintergrund
Asking 'Vad tycker du?' is a key part of the 'consensus culture'. It's often used to avoid appearing too bossy or decisive without consulting others. Usage is identical, but the tone might be more direct. Finland-Swedes might use it more sparingly than Swedes in Sweden. In the US, 'What do you think?' can sometimes be a rhetorical way to start an argument. In Sweden, it is almost always a genuine invitation for input. In Japan, asking for a direct opinion can sometimes be seen as putting someone on the spot. In Sweden, it is seen as inclusive.
The 'Om' Rule
If you add an object, always use 'om'. 'Vad tycker du om fika?'
Avoid 'Tänka'
Never use 'tänka' for opinions. It's the most common beginner mistake!
Bedeutung
Asking for someone's opinion.
The 'Om' Rule
If you add an object, always use 'om'. 'Vad tycker du om fika?'
Avoid 'Tänka'
Never use 'tänka' for opinions. It's the most common beginner mistake!
Don't be afraid to ask
Swedes love being asked for their opinion; it's considered very polite.
Short version
In very casual settings, you can just say 'Eller vad tycker du?' at the end of a sentence.
Teste dich selbst
Choose the correct verb for asking an opinion about a taste.
Jag har köpt en ny bil. Vad ____ du?
Since you are asking for an opinion on a car the person can see, 'tycker' is the correct choice.
Complete the sentence with the correct preposition.
Vad tycker du ____ den här boken?
The verb 'tycka' is paired with the preposition 'om' when specifying the object of the opinion.
Match the question to the correct situation.
Situation: You are at a gallery looking at a painting.
You are asking for a subjective opinion on art.
Fill in the missing line to complete the fika conversation.
A: Den här bullen är jättegod! B: Ja, verkligen. _________?
B is agreeing and then asking for A's continued opinion or confirming the shared experience.
🎉 Ergebnis: /4
Visuelle Lernhilfen
Aufgabensammlung
4 AufgabenJag har köpt en ny bil. Vad ____ du?
Since you are asking for an opinion on a car the person can see, 'tycker' is the correct choice.
Vad tycker du ____ den här boken?
The verb 'tycka' is paired with the preposition 'om' when specifying the object of the opinion.
Situation: You are at a gallery looking at a painting.
You are asking for a subjective opinion on art.
A: Den här bullen är jättegod! B: Ja, verkligen. _________?
B is agreeing and then asking for A's continued opinion or confirming the shared experience.
🎉 Ergebnis: /4
Häufig gestellte Fragen
12 FragenOnly if you are experiencing it right now. 'Vad tycker du om regnet?' (What do you think of this rain we are standing in?) is fine. 'Vad tycker du om vädret imorgon?' is wrong.
'Tycker' is for personal taste/opinion. 'Tror' is for beliefs or factual guesses.
Not at all! In Sweden, it's actually encouraged to show you are engaged in the decision-making process.
Start with 'Jag tycker att...' followed by your opinion.
No, the preposition must be 'om'.
Yes, in formal essays or reports, 'anser' is more professional.
It's a common feature of spoken Swedish to drop end consonants in high-frequency words.
Yes, 'Vad tycker du om...' is the standard way to ask if someone likes something.
Use the plural 'ni': 'Vad tycker ni?'
'Vad säger du?' is the closest casual equivalent for making plans.
Sometimes, but 'känner' is better for deep emotions.
Yes, it's a very common (and bold!) question.
Verwandte Redewendungen
Vad anser du?
specialized formWhat is your formal opinion?
Vad tror du?
similarWhat do you believe/guess?
Vad tänker du på?
similarWhat are you thinking about?
Vad säger du?
similarWhat do you say?
Tycker du det?
builds onDo you think so?
