Significado
To complete a task
Contexto cultural
The concept of 'fika' often involves 'göra klart' before the break. Swedes value finishing a segment of work so they can fully enjoy their coffee break without stress. Punctuality and finishing tasks on time is highly valued. 'Att göra klart i tid' (finishing on time) is a sign of respect for your colleagues' schedules. In Swedish schools, 'läxhjälp' (homework help) sessions are common places where you hear 'göra klart' constantly as teachers encourage students to finish their work. Swedes love home improvement. 'Göra klart' is often used in the context of 'renovering' (renovation), which can famously take a long time to 'göra klart'.
The 'Just' Rule
When you want to say 'I'm just finishing...', use 'Jag ska BARA göra klart...' It sounds very natural.
Don't over-agree
In the phrase 'göra klart', you don't usually need to change 'klart' to 'klar' for 'en' words. Keep it as 'klart' for the most idiomatic sound.
Significado
To complete a task
The 'Just' Rule
When you want to say 'I'm just finishing...', use 'Jag ska BARA göra klart...' It sounds very natural.
Don't over-agree
In the phrase 'göra klart', you don't usually need to change 'klart' to 'klar' for 'en' words. Keep it as 'klart' for the most idiomatic sound.
Professionalism
In an interview, say 'Jag är bra på att göra klart mina uppgifter' to show you are reliable.
The Fika Excuse
If you want to leave a meeting for fika, say 'Kan vi göra klart det här efter fikan?'
Ponte a prueba
Fill in the correct form of 'göra' and the word 'klart'.
Jag ______ ______ min läxa igår kväll.
The sentence refers to 'igår kväll' (yesterday evening), so the past tense 'gjorde' is required.
Which sentence is the most natural way to say 'I will finish the report'?
Välj rätt mening:
'Göra klart' is the most common and natural collocation for finishing a work task.
Complete the dialogue.
A: Kan du komma på fika nu? B: Nej, jag måste ______ ______ det här först.
In this context, B is saying they need to finish a specific task before they can join A.
Match the phrase to the situation.
When would you say 'Gör klart maten'?
'Göra klart maten' refers to the preparation of food.
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Ayudas visuales
Göra klart vs. Sluta
Banco de ejercicios
4 ejerciciosJag ______ ______ min läxa igår kväll.
The sentence refers to 'igår kväll' (yesterday evening), so the past tense 'gjorde' is required.
Välj rätt mening:
'Göra klart' is the most common and natural collocation for finishing a work task.
A: Kan du komma på fika nu? B: Nej, jag måste ______ ______ det här först.
In this context, B is saying they need to finish a specific task before they can join A.
When would you say 'Gör klart maten'?
'Göra klart maten' refers to the preparation of food.
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Preguntas frecuentes
12 preguntasYes, it is a perfect synonym, though 'göra klart' is slightly more common in Central Sweden and in professional settings.
It is neutral. You can use it with your boss or your best friend.
It's irregular: gör (present), gjorde (past), gjort (supine).
Yes, 'Jag ska göra klart filmen' means you will watch the rest of it.
'Avsluta' is more like 'to terminate' or 'to close', while 'göra klart' is 'to finish doing'.
No, it can also mean 'clear' (water), 'bright' (stars), or 'of course' (Klart!).
No, you should say 'Jag har gjort klart' (I have finished) or 'Jag är klar' (I am finished).
Both are okay, but 'göra klart läxan' is much more common.
No, for ending a relationship, use 'göra slut'.
You would usually say 'gå i mål' or 'fullfölja loppet'.
Yes, very often for tasks, reports, and deals.
Say 'Jag är nästan klar' or 'Jag ska snart göra klart'.
Frases relacionadas
bli klar
similarto become finished
avsluta
synonymto conclude/terminate
slutföra
specialized formto finalize
göra färdigt
synonymto finish up
göra sig klar
builds onto get ready
