Significado
To relax or not worry.
Contexto cultural
The phrase is a cornerstone of the Swedish 'fika' culture—taking a break to slow down. Similar sentiments exist in Norway ('ta det med ro') and Denmark ('tag det roligt'). It is often used by managers to prevent burnout in teams. Often used in comments to de-escalate heated debates.
Tone matters
The phrase is only as friendly as your tone. Keep it soft and warm.
Don't overthink it
It's one of the most common phrases in Swedish. You will hear it everywhere.
Significado
To relax or not worry.
Tone matters
The phrase is only as friendly as your tone. Keep it soft and warm.
Don't overthink it
It's one of the most common phrases in Swedish. You will hear it everywhere.
Ponte a prueba
Fill in the missing word.
När du är stressad, ____ det lugnt.
The imperative form is 'ta'.
Which is the correct phrase?
How do you tell someone to relax?
This is the fixed idiomatic expression.
Complete the dialogue.
Friend: 'Jag är så nervös för provet!' You: '____, du har pluggat jättebra.'
This is the appropriate response to someone who is nervous.
🎉 Puntuación: /3
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Banco de ejercicios
3 ejerciciosNär du är stressad, ____ det lugnt.
The imperative form is 'ta'.
How do you tell someone to relax?
This is the fixed idiomatic expression.
Friend: 'Jag är så nervös för provet!' You: '____, du har pluggat jättebra.'
This is the appropriate response to someone who is nervous.
🎉 Puntuación: /3
Preguntas frecuentes
2 preguntasYes, if you have a casual relationship. It's very common in Swedish workplaces.
Only if you use it to dismiss someone's real problems.
Frases relacionadas
Ta det piano
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Lugna ner sig
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Ta en paus
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Ingen fara
similarNo worries
