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B1 adjective 10 min de lectura

uppenbar

Practícalo Ejemplos Notas y consejos uppenbar en 30 segundos

Explicación uppenbar in your Level:

At the A1 level, you don't necessarily need to use the word 'uppenbar' yourself, as it is a bit more advanced than basic words like 'bra' (good) or 'stor' (big). However, you might encounter it in simple sentences. At this stage, just think of it as a fancy way to say 'very clear'. If someone points at a red car and says 'Den är röd', that is 'uppenbart' (obvious). You will mostly see it in the form 'Det är uppenbart' (It is obvious). For an A1 learner, the focus should be on recognizing the 'uppen-' part and associating it with something being 'out in the open'. You can practice by looking at very simple pictures and saying what is 'obvious' about them, like 'Solen är gul, det är uppenbart'. This helps build the connection between visual clarity and the word. Don't worry about the complex grammar rules yet; just try to remember that 'uppenbar' means 'obvious'.

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By A2, you are starting to build more descriptive sentences. You can use 'uppenbar' to describe simple situations. For example, 'Det är ett uppenbart fel' (It is an obvious mistake) or 'Han är uppenbart glad' (He is obviously happy). You should start noticing how the word changes based on what it describes. If you talk about 'en skillnad' (a difference), you say 'en uppenbar skillnad'. If you talk about 'ett svar' (an answer), you say 'ett uppenbart svar'. This is a great word to use when you want to show that you are sure about something. Instead of just saying 'I think', you can say 'It is obvious that...'. This makes your Swedish sound more confident. You might also hear this word in classroom instructions or simple news stories. Practice by identifying obvious things in your daily life in Swedish: 'Det är uppenbart att det regnar' (It is obvious that it is raining).

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At the B1 level, 'uppenbar' becomes a very useful tool for expressing opinions and discussing facts. You are expected to use it correctly with various nouns and in different sentence structures. You should be comfortable using the adverbial form 'uppenbart' to modify adjectives, such as 'uppenbart trött' (obviously tired) or 'uppenbart intresserad' (obviously interested). You will encounter 'uppenbar' in more complex texts, like newspaper articles or short stories, where it might describe social problems or character motivations. You should also be able to distinguish it from 'tydlig' (clear). For example, you would use 'tydlig' for a clear explanation, but 'uppenbar' for an obvious lie. B1 learners should practice using 'uppenbar' in debates or discussions to emphasize their points. For instance, 'Det finns en uppenbar fördel med att lära sig svenska' (There is an obvious advantage to learning Swedish).

At the B2 level, you should have a nuanced understanding of 'uppenbar'. You can use it in formal writing and professional contexts. You should be aware of collocations like 'uppenbar risk' (obvious risk) or 'uppenbar lögn' (obvious lie). You might also start using the related word 'uppenbarligen' (apparently/evidently) to qualify your statements. At this level, you can handle the word in legal or administrative contexts, where it often appears in phrases like 'uppenbart oskäligt' (obviously unreasonable). You should be able to explain *why* something is 'uppenbart' using complex sentence structures. Your vocabulary should also include synonyms like 'påtaglig' and 'självklar', and you should know when to choose 'uppenbar' over them. Practice writing short essays where you analyze 'uppenbara' trends in society, using the word to highlight undeniable facts.

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For C1 learners, 'uppenbar' is a word you use with precision and stylistic flair. You understand its historical roots and its relationship to the verb 'uppenbara' (to reveal). You can use 'uppenbar' to discuss abstract concepts, such as 'den uppenbara bristen på empati' (the obvious lack of empathy) in a literary analysis. You are also familiar with the word's use in high-level academic and legal Swedish. You can use it to create emphasis or to point out irony. For example, calling something 'alltför uppenbart' (all too obvious) can imply that someone is being clumsy or lacking in subtlety. You should also be comfortable with the noun 'uppenbarelse' (revelation/apparition) and how it relates to the adjective. At this level, you should be able to debate the 'uppenbarhet' (obviousness) of various philosophical or political positions, using the word to anchor your arguments in perceived reality.

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At the C2 level, you have mastered the full spectrum of 'uppenbar'. You can use it in every possible context, from poetic descriptions to dense legal jargon. You understand the subtle rhetorical effects of placing 'uppenbar' in different parts of a sentence. You can use it to critique sophisticated arguments, pointing out 'uppenbara logiska luckor' (obvious logical gaps). You are also aware of the word's frequency in different genres of Swedish literature and can mimic those styles. You can use 'uppenbar' in its most formal sense in a 'remissvar' (official response to a government proposal) or a high-court ruling. You might also explore the word's use in religious or philosophical texts where 'det uppenbara' refers to the manifest world as opposed to the hidden or transcendental. Your mastery is such that you can use the word to sound authoritative, persuasive, or even dismissive, depending on your communicative goals.

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uppenbar en 30 segundos

Uppenbar means 'obvious' or 'clear'.
It changes to 'uppenbart' for neuter words and 'uppenbara' for plural.
Commonly used to express certainty about mistakes, lies, or facts.
Stronger than 'tydlig' (clear) and implies no doubt.

The Swedish adjective uppenbar is a cornerstone of intermediate and advanced Swedish communication, translating most directly to 'obvious', 'apparent', or 'evident' in English. It describes something that is so clear to the senses or the mind that it cannot be doubted or overlooked. When you use uppenbar, you are suggesting that the information is sitting right in front of someone, requiring very little effort to perceive. It carries a certain weight of certainty; it is not just likely, it is undeniably there.

Core Concept: Visibility and clarity. If a mistake is uppenbar, everyone who looks at the document will see it immediately. It is the opposite of something subtle or hidden.

The word is composed of the prefix upp- (up) and the suffix -enbar, which is related to the German '-bar' (equivalent to the English '-able'). Historically, it relates to something being 'opened up' or 'revealed'. In modern Swedish, it is used in both formal and informal settings. You might hear it in a courtroom when a lawyer speaks of an 'uppenbar risk' (obvious risk), or in a casual conversation when a friend says 'Det är ju helt uppenbart!' (It's completely obvious!).

Det finns en uppenbar risk att vi kommer för sent om vi inte åker nu.

Nuance of Certainty: Unlike 'tydlig' (clear), which can describe a well-written text or a loud voice, uppenbar often implies a logical conclusion or a self-evident truth that requires no further explanation.

In social contexts, uppenbar can sometimes carry a slightly critical tone. If you tell someone their mistake was 'uppenbart', you might be implying they were careless because they missed something so easy to see. However, in scientific or academic contexts, it is used neutrally to describe data or trends that show a very clear pattern. For example, 'Det finns en uppenbar koppling mellan rökning och lungcancer' (There is an obvious link between smoking and lung cancer).

Hennes glädje var uppenbar för alla i rummet.

Culturally, Swedes value clarity and directness, so using uppenbar is quite common when getting to the point. It is a word that bridges the gap between simple observation and analytical conclusion. Whether you are discussing politics, relationships, or technical problems, this word provides the necessary emphasis to point out the undeniable.

Det var ett uppenbart försök att dölja sanningen.

Grammatical Flexibility: Remember that as an adjective, it must agree with the noun: en uppenbar lögn (an obvious lie), ett uppenbart fel (an obvious mistake), and de uppenbara fördelarna (the obvious advantages).

Han är uppenbart trött efter den långa resan.

Det är uppenbart att vi behöver mer tid.

Using uppenbar correctly requires attention to Swedish adjective agreement rules. Because it ends in a consonant, it follows the standard pattern for adjectives. For common gender nouns (en-words), use uppenbar. For neuter gender nouns (ett-words), use uppenbart. For plural nouns or when used in the definite form, use uppenbara. This flexibility allows you to describe everything from a single lie to a collection of facts.

Common Gender (en-words): En uppenbar skillnad (An obvious difference). Here, the adjective describes a singular common noun.

When you want to say 'It is obvious that...', you use the neuter form uppenbart because you are referring to a general situation or a clause, which functions like an 'ett' entity. For example: 'Det är uppenbart att han ljuger' (It is obvious that he is lying). This is one of the most frequent ways you will encounter the word in speech.

Det var ett uppenbart misstag från domarens sida.

Neuter Gender (ett-words): Ett uppenbart val (An obvious choice). Note the 't' at the end to match the 'ett' word.

In the plural, the word becomes uppenbara. This is used when describing multiple items or in the definite sense. 'De uppenbara orsakerna till krisen' (The obvious causes of the crisis). The 'a' ending is the standard plural/definite marker for adjectives. It is important not to confuse this with the verb 'uppenbara' (to reveal/manifest), though they are related.

Lösningen på problemet verkade uppenbar för alla utom honom.

Plural and Definite Form: De uppenbara bristerna i systemet (The obvious flaws in the system).

You can also modify uppenbar with adverbs like 'helt' (completely) or 'ganska' (quite) to change the intensity. 'Det är helt uppenbart' is a very strong statement, while 'Det är ganska uppenbart' is slightly more measured, though still confident. Using it as an adverb 'uppenbart' is also very common: 'Han är uppenbart irriterad' (He is obviously irritated).

Det finns inga uppenbara skäl att ändra på reglerna.

Det är uppenbart för var och en som ser filmen.

You will encounter uppenbar in a wide variety of contexts in Sweden, from the evening news to workplace meetings and daily social interactions. It is a high-frequency word because it allows speakers to assert a high degree of certainty about their observations. In Swedish media, journalists often use it to highlight contradictions or undeniable facts in political discourse. For instance, a headline might read: 'Den uppenbara bristen på bostäder' (The obvious lack of housing).

News and Media: Used to point out social issues, economic trends, or political failures that are visible to the public eye.

In professional settings, uppenbar is used during problem-solving. If a software bug is easy to find, a developer might say 'Felet var uppenbart' (The error was obvious). It is also a key term in legal Swedish. The phrase 'uppenbart oskäligt' (obviously unreasonable) is a legal standard used in Swedish law to determine if a contract or a decision is so unfair that it should be voided. This shows that the word has a formal, technical application beyond everyday 'obviousness'.

Det var uppenbart att ingen hade läst instruktionerna.

Legal and Formal Contexts: Terms like 'uppenbart ogrundad' (obviously unfounded) are used in official rejections of applications or legal claims.

In daily life, you will hear it when people are expressing frustration or agreement. If someone is telling a story where the ending was predictable, the listener might chime in with 'Det var ju uppenbart!' (That was obviously going to happen!). It is also used in sports commentary to describe clear fouls or strategic mistakes. If a player misses an easy goal, the commentator might say 'Det var en uppenbar målchans' (It was an obvious goal-scoring opportunity).

Det är uppenbart att klimatet förändras snabbt.

Finally, the word is prevalent in Swedish literature and film. Authors use it to describe the visible emotions of characters or the clear atmosphere of a scene. 'Hennes uppenbara sorg' (Her obvious grief) conveys a visual image of someone whose sadness is impossible to miss. In movies, you might see a character realization where they say 'Nu är det uppenbart' (Now it is clear/obvious).

Det fanns en uppenbar spänning i rummet.

Man kan se det uppenbara i deras ögon.

One of the most frequent mistakes English speakers make when using uppenbar is failing to adjust the ending for the neuter gender. In English, 'obvious' never changes. In Swedish, if you are describing an 'ett' word, you must add a 't'. Saying 'Det är uppenbar' is grammatically incorrect; it must be 'Det är uppenbart'. This applies both to describing neuter nouns and when using the word as a general statement about a situation.

The Missing 'T' Error: Incorrect: Det är en uppenbar misstag. Correct: Det är ett uppenbart misstag. Incorrect: Det är uppenbar att han kommer. Correct: Det är uppenbart att han kommer.

Another common pitfall is confusing the adjective uppenbar with the verb uppenbara. While they look similar, uppenbara as a verb means 'to reveal' or 'to manifest' (often used in religious or supernatural contexts, like an angel appearing). If you say 'Han uppenbara sanningen', it's a grammar error; you likely mean 'Han uppenbarade sanningen' (He revealed the truth) or 'Sanningen är uppenbar' (The truth is obvious).

Det var ett uppenbart försök till fusk.

Confusion with 'Tydlig': While 'tydlig' means 'clear', uppenbar is stronger. You can have a 'tydlig röst' (clear voice), but you wouldn't usually have an 'uppenbar röst' unless the voice itself was some kind of revelation or incredibly blatant sign.

Learners also sometimes struggle with the adverbial use. In Swedish, adjectives function as adverbs by taking the neuter form. So, 'He is obviously tired' becomes 'Han är uppenbart trött'. English speakers sometimes try to invent a form like 'uppenbarligen' (which is a word and means 'apparently', but has a slightly different shade of meaning). Stick to uppenbart for the direct adverbial equivalent of 'obviously'.

Hon var uppenbart besviken på resultatet.

Finally, avoid overusing uppenbar. Because it is a strong word, using it for every minor detail can make your Swedish sound a bit dramatic or aggressive. If something is just 'clear', use 'tydlig'. Save uppenbar for when there is truly no room for doubt.

De uppenbara riskerna ignorerades av ledningen.

Det finns inga uppenbara likheter mellan de två fallen.

Swedish has several words that overlap with uppenbar, and choosing the right one can make your Swedish sound much more natural and precise. The most common alternative is tydlig (clear). While uppenbar suggests something is 'obvious' or 'evident', tydlig is used for things that are easy to see, hear, or understand. You would use tydlig for a clear map or clear instructions, but uppenbar for an obvious lie.

Uppenbar vs. Tydlig: Uppenbar: Obvious, self-evident (e.g., an obvious mistake).
Tydlig: Clear, distinct (e.g., clear handwriting).

Another similar word is påtaglig (tangible/evident). This word is often used when something is so clear that you can almost 'touch' it. It is frequently used for feelings or atmospheres. 'En påtaglig lättnad' (A tangible relief). While uppenbar is more intellectual/visual, påtaglig has a more physical or atmospheric quality.

Skillnaden mellan de två metoderna är uppenbar.

Uppenbar vs. Självklar: Självklar: Self-evident, a matter of course. Used for things that go without saying. 'Det är en självklar rättighet' (It is a self-evident right).

For more formal or academic contexts, you might use evident (evident). This is a direct loanword and is used in scientific papers to describe findings that are supported by clear evidence. In legal contexts, oförneklig (undeniable) is a strong alternative that emphasizes that the fact cannot be denied.

Det finns en påtaglig risk för översvämningar.

Det är en självklarhet att vi ska hjälpa till.

Quick Comparison Table

Uppenbar: Obvious/Evident (General use)
Tydlig: Clear/Distinct (Perception)
Påtaglig: Tangible/Noticeable (Feelings/Atmosphere)
Självklar: Self-evident/Of course (Logic/Rights)

How Formal Is It?

Dato curioso

The suffix '-bar' in Swedish adjectives often indicates a possibility or state, similar to '-able' in English, but here it stems from a root meaning 'to carry' or 'to show'.

Guía de pronunciación

UK /ˈɵpːɛnˌbɑːr/

US /ˈʊpənˌbɑr/

Primary stress on the first syllable: 'UPP-en-bar'.

Rima con

uppenbar underbar uppenbara försvar kvar par snar var

Errores comunes

Pronouncing it like 'open-bar' in English.
Putting the stress on the second or third syllable.
Failing to double the 'p' sound.
Making the 'a' sound too short.
Confusing the 'u' with an 'o' sound.

Nivel de dificultad

Lectura 3/5

Common in texts, easy to recognize once learned.

Escritura 4/5

Requires correct adjective agreement (en/ett/plural).

Expresión oral 3/5

Useful for expressing certainty, pronunciation is straightforward.

Escucha 3/5

Distinctive sound with stress on the first syllable.

Qué aprender después

Requisitos previos

klar tydlig öppen fel risk

Aprende después

uppenbarligen självklar påtaglig faktum

Avanzado

uppenbarelse oskälig förneka manifest

Gramática que debes saber

Adjective Agreement

En uppenbar (en), ett uppenbart (ett), de uppenbara (plural).

Adverbial Use of Adjectives

Han sjunger uppenbart (adverb) bra.

Definite Form of Adjectives

Den uppenbara sanningen (The obvious truth).

Predicative vs Attributive

En uppenbar lögn (Attributive) vs Lögnen är uppenbar (Predicative).

General Statements with Neuter

Det är uppenbart att... (It is obvious that...)

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Ejemplos por nivel

Det är uppenbart.

It is obvious.

Neuter form 'uppenbart' is used for general statements.

Solen är uppenbart gul.

The sun is obviously yellow.

Used as an adverb here.

En uppenbar färg.

An obvious color.

Common gender 'en' word.

Det är ett uppenbart svar.

It is an obvious answer.

Neuter 'ett' word requires 'uppenbart'.

Hon är uppenbart glad.

She is obviously happy.

Adverbial use.

Ett uppenbart fel.

An obvious mistake.

Neuter singular.

Det är inte uppenbart.

It is not obvious.

Negation of the general statement.

Är det uppenbart för dig?

Is it obvious to you?

Question form.

Han gjorde ett uppenbart misstag.

He made an obvious mistake.

Adjective modifying 'misstag' (ett-word).

Det finns en uppenbar skillnad.

There is an obvious difference.

Adjective modifying 'skillnad' (en-word).

Hon var uppenbart trött efter skolan.

She was obviously tired after school.

Adverbial use modifying 'trött'.

Det är uppenbart att de gillar varandra.

It is obvious that they like each other.

Construction 'Det är uppenbart att...'.

Uppenbara problem i huset.

Obvious problems in the house.

Plural form 'uppenbara'.

Det var inte ett uppenbart val.

It was not an obvious choice.

Negative with neuter noun.

Hennes talang var uppenbar.

Her talent was obvious.

Predicative use with 'talang' (en-word).

De uppenbara frågorna.

The obvious questions.

Definite plural form.

Det var en uppenbar lögn som ingen trodde på.

It was an obvious lie that nobody believed.

Relative clause adding detail.

Han är uppenbart besviken på resultatet.

He is obviously disappointed with the result.

Adverbial use.

Det finns inga uppenbara skäl att oroa sig.

There are no obvious reasons to worry.

Plural negative construction.

Lösningen på gåtan var faktiskt ganska uppenbar.

The solution to the riddle was actually quite obvious.

Modified by 'ganska' (quite).

Hennes glädje var uppenbar för alla i rummet.

Her joy was obvious to everyone in the room.

Prepositional phrase 'för alla'.

Det var ett uppenbart försök att fuska på provet.

It was an obvious attempt to cheat on the test.

Compound noun 'försök att fuska'.

De uppenbara fördelarna med tåg framför bil.

The obvious advantages of train over car.

Definite plural.

Det är uppenbart att vi måste ändra vår plan.

It is obvious that we must change our plan.

Modal verb 'måste' in the 'att'-clause.

Det finns en uppenbar risk för intressekonflikter.

There is an obvious risk of conflicts of interest.

Formal noun 'intressekonflikt'.

Han ignorerade de uppenbara varningstecknen.

He ignored the obvious warning signs.

Definite plural noun 'varningstecknen'.

Det är uppenbart att reformen inte fungerar som tänkt.

It is obvious that the reform is not working as intended.

Passive construction 'som tänkt'.

Hennes inflytande på projektet var uppenbart.

Her influence on the project was obvious.

Predicative use with 'inflytande' (ett-word).

Det var ett uppenbart brott mot reglerna.

It was an obvious breach of the rules.

Formal phrase 'brott mot reglerna'.

Han uttryckte sin uppenbara irritation över förseningen.

He expressed his obvious irritation at the delay.

Possessive pronoun 'sin' with the adjective.

Det finns en uppenbar koppling mellan dessa händelser.

There is an obvious link between these events.

Abstract noun 'koppling'.

Svaret verkade uppenbart för alla utom experterna.

The answer seemed obvious to everyone except the experts.

Contrastive phrase 'utom experterna'.

Den uppenbara bristen på resurser hämmar utvecklingen.

The obvious lack of resources is hindering development.

Subject-verb agreement with 'hämmar'.

Det är uppenbart att författaren vill provocera läsaren.

It is obvious that the author wants to provoke the reader.

Infinitive construction 'vill provocera'.

Trots de uppenbara svårigheterna lyckades de nå målet.

Despite the obvious difficulties, they managed to reach the goal.

Preposition 'trots' (despite).

Det var en uppenbar provokation från motståndarlaget.

It was an obvious provocation from the opposing team.

Nouns of action.

Hans uppenbara ointresse för ämnet var sårande.

His obvious lack of interest in the subject was hurtful.

Adjective modifying the negative noun 'ointresse'.

Det finns en uppenbar motsättning i hans argument.

There is an obvious contradiction in his argument.

Logical term 'motsättning'.

Det är uppenbart att vi står inför en stor utmaning.

It is obvious that we are facing a major challenge.

Phrasal verb 'står inför'.

Hennes uppenbara begåvning gjorde henne till en stjärna.

Her obvious talent made her a star.

Causative construction.

Beslutet var ett uppenbart åsidosättande av gällande lagstiftning.

The decision was an obvious disregard for current legislation.

Formal noun 'åsidosättande'.

Det är uppenbart att den rådande diskursen behöver utmanas.

It is obvious that the prevailing discourse needs to be challenged.

Academic terms 'rådande diskurs'.

Den uppenbara asymmetrin i maktförhållandet var problematisk.

The obvious asymmetry in the power dynamic was problematic.

Technical term 'asymmetri'.

Det var en uppenbar feltolkning av de empiriska data som presenterats.

It was an obvious misinterpretation of the empirical data presented.

Scientific vocabulary.

Uppenbarheten i hennes påstående lämnade inget utrymme för tvivel.

The obviousness of her claim left no room for doubt.

Noun form 'uppenbarheten'.

Det finns en uppenbar fara i att förenkla komplexa problem.

There is an obvious danger in simplifying complex problems.

Infinitive as a noun phrase.

Hans uppenbara förakt för konventioner gjorde honom kontroversiell.

His obvious contempt for conventions made him controversial.

Abstract noun 'förakt'.

Det är uppenbart att vi måste omvärdera våra grundläggande antaganden.

It is obvious that we must re-evaluate our fundamental assumptions.

Formal verb 'omvärdera'.

Colocaciones comunes

en uppenbar risk

en uppenbar lögn

ett uppenbart fel

det är uppenbart att

utan uppenbar anledning

en uppenbar brist

helt uppenbart

uppenbart oskäligt

en uppenbar fördel

uppenbara tecken

Frases Comunes

Det är ju uppenbart!

— Used to express that something is very clear and shouldn't need explaining.

Varför frågar du? Det är ju uppenbart!

Av uppenbara skäl

— For obvious reasons.

Vi kan inte gå ut, av uppenbara skäl (det regnar).

Göra det uppenbara

— To do the obvious thing.

Han valde att göra det uppenbara och be om ursäkt.

Missa det uppenbara

— To miss the obvious.

Hur kunde jag missa det uppenbara?

En uppenbar sanning

— An obvious truth.

Det är en uppenbar sanning att vi alla blir äldre.

Uppenbart för var och en

— Obvious to everyone.

Det är uppenbart för var och en som ser det.

Ingen uppenbar koppling

— No obvious connection.

Det finns ingen uppenbar koppling mellan dem.

Ett uppenbart försök

— An obvious attempt.

Det var ett uppenbart försök att stjäla bilen.

Uppenbara brister

— Obvious flaws/shortcomings.

Planen har flera uppenbara brister.

Det mest uppenbara

— The most obvious thing.

Det mest uppenbara är att vi behöver pengar.

Se confunde a menudo con

uppenbar vs tydlig

Means 'clear' or 'distinct'. Use for perception, while 'uppenbar' is for obviousness.

uppenbar vs uppenbara

This can be the plural adjective OR the verb 'to reveal'. Context is key.

uppenbar vs uppenbarligen

Means 'apparently'. Use it when you are making an inference, not just stating a visual fact.

Modismos y expresiones

"Slå in öppna dörrar"

— To argue for something that is already obvious or agreed upon.

Du behöver inte övertyga mig, du slår in öppna dörrar.

Metaphorical

"Se skogen för alla träd"

— To not see the obvious whole because of the details (often used when the obvious is missed).

Han ser inte skogen för alla träd.

Metaphorical

"Det ligger i öppen dag"

— It is out in the open/obvious to everyone.

Sanningen ligger nu i öppen dag.

Formal

"Som ett brev på posten"

— Something that follows as an obvious or expected result.

Efter festen kom huvudvärken som ett brev på posten.

Informal

"Tala för sig själv"

— To be obvious/self-explanatory.

Resultaten talar för sig själva.

Neutral

"Sätta fingret på det"

— To identify the obvious/crucial point.

Du satte fingret på det uppenbara problemet.

Neutral

"Inte se längre än näsan räcker"

— To not see the obvious/future consequences.

Han ser inte längre än näsan räcker.

Informal

"Gå som katten kring het gröt"

— To avoid the obvious topic.

Sluta gå som katten kring het gröt och säg det uppenbara.

Informal

"Kasta sten i glashus"

— To criticize someone for an obvious flaw you also have.

Att du kallar honom lat är att kasta sten i glashus.

Neutral

"Falla i god jord"

— When an obvious suggestion is well received.

Hennes uppenbara förslag föll i god jord.

Metaphorical

Fácil de confundir

uppenbar vs klar

Both can mean 'clear'.

'Klar' can mean transparent or finished, while 'uppenbar' specifically means obvious.

Vattnet är klart (transparent), men felet är uppenbart (obvious).

uppenbar vs självklar

Both imply something is clear.

'Självklar' means it goes without saying or is a matter of course.

Det är ett självklart val (a natural choice).

uppenbar vs påtaglig

Both mean evident.

'Påtaglig' is more about things you can feel or sense physically/atmospherically.

En påtaglig doft (a noticeable smell).

uppenbar vs märkbar

Both mean noticeable.

'Märkbar' is often used for small changes that can just be noticed.

En märkbar förbättring (a slight but noticeable improvement).

uppenbar vs evident

Direct translation of evident.

'Evident' is almost exclusively used in high-level academic or scientific contexts in Swedish.

Det är evident utifrån data.

Patrones de oraciones

Det är [adjective].

Det är uppenbart.

Det är ett [adjective] [noun].

Det är ett uppenbart fel.

Han/hon är [adverb] [adjective].

Hon är uppenbart trött.

Det är [adjective] att [clause].

Det är uppenbart att han kommer.

Det finns en [adjective] [noun] för [noun].

Det finns en uppenbar risk för regn.

Trots de [adjective] [noun]...

Trots de uppenbara problemen...

Den [adjective] [noun] i [noun]...

Den uppenbara bristen i systemet...

[Noun] var ett [adjective] [noun].

Beslutet var ett uppenbart åsidosättande.

Familia de palabras

Sustantivos

uppenbarelse (revelation/apparition)

uppenbarhet (obviousness)

Verbos

uppenbara (to reveal/manifest)

uppenbara sig (to appear)

Adjetivos

uppenbar (obvious)

Relacionado

öppen (open)

upptäcka (discover)

synlig (visible)

klar (clear)

tydlig (distinct)

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Cómo usarlo

frequency

Very common in both spoken and written Swedish.

Errores comunes

Det är uppenbar att... → Det är uppenbart att...
General statements describing a situation always use the neuter 't' ending.
En uppenbart lögn → En uppenbar lögn
Adjectives must match the 'en' gender of the noun.
Using 'uppenbar' for clear water. → Vattnet är klart.
'Uppenbar' is for obvious facts, 'klar' is for transparency.
Confusing 'uppenbar' with 'uppenbara' (verb). → Sanningen är uppenbar.
'Uppenbara' as a verb means 'to reveal'.
Stress on the 'bar' syllable. → Stress on 'UPP'.
Swedish word stress is usually on the first syllable.

Consejos

Check your 'en' and 'ett'

Always match the ending. 'En uppenbar skillnad' but 'Ett uppenbart misstag'. This is the most common mistake for learners.

Use it for emphasis

Add 'helt' before it (helt uppenbart) to say 'completely obvious'. It makes your Swedish sound more natural.

Stress the start

Put the stress on the first syllable 'UPP'. It gives the word the right punchy feel.

Legal use

If you are writing something formal, 'uppenbar risk' is a very professional collocation to use.

Logic vs Senses

Use 'uppenbar' when your brain tells you it must be true, not just when your eyes see it clearly (that's 'tydlig').

Be careful with tone

Calling a friend's mistake 'uppenbart' can be rude. Use 'tydligt' if you want to be softer.

News keywords

Listen for this word in news reports; it often signals the main point of a critique.

Open doors

Remember the idiom 'slå in öppna dörrar' (kick in open doors) for arguing the obvious.

Think of 'Open'

The word comes from 'open'. If it's open for everyone to see, it's 'uppenbar'.

Daily check

Every day, find one 'uppenbar' thing and say it out loud in Swedish.

Memorízalo

Mnemotecnia

Think of an 'OPEN BAR' at a wedding. It is 'UPPENBAR' (obvious) where everyone is going to be!

Asociación visual

Visualize a bright red 'X' on a white map. The 'X' is 'uppenbar'.

Word Web

Klar Tydlig Självklar Uppenbar Synlig Påtaglig Evident Manifest

Desafío

Try to find three things in your room right now that are 'uppenbara' and describe them in Swedish using the correct adjective endings.

Origen de la palabra

From Middle Low German 'oppenbār', which means 'open' or 'publicly known'.

Significado original: Something that is 'open' and thus visible to everyone.

Germanic (Swedish/German roots).

Contexto cultural

Be careful when calling someone's mistake 'uppenbart' as it can sound condescending.

English speakers often use 'obviously' as a filler word. Swedes use 'uppenbart' or 'uppenbarligen' similarly, but it can sound slightly more assertive.

The Swedish title of 'The Obvious' (if it were a book/movie) would be 'Det uppenbara'. Used frequently in Swedish philosophy texts regarding 'fenomenologi'. Common in Swedish legal statutes like 'Förvaltningslagen'.

Practica en la vida real

Contextos reales

Error Identification

Ett uppenbart fel
Det är uppenbart vad som är fel
Hitta det uppenbara
Missa inte det uppenbara

Social Situations

Det är uppenbart att de bråkar
Hennes glädje var uppenbar
En uppenbar lögn
Uppenbart generad

Safety and Risks

En uppenbar fara
Varningstecknen var uppenbara
Uppenbar risk för olyckor
Ingen uppenbar risk

Logic and Reasoning

Ett uppenbart val
Det mest uppenbara svaret
Uppenbara skäl
Självklart och uppenbart

Legal and Rules

Uppenbart brott mot lagen
Uppenbart oskäligt villkor
Uppenbart ogrundad
Det är uppenbart enligt reglerna

Inicios de conversación

"Tycker du att det är uppenbart vem som kommer att vinna valet?"

"Vilka är de mest uppenbara fördelarna med att bo i Sverige?"

"Har du någonsin gjort ett uppenbart misstag på jobbet?"

"Är det uppenbart för dig när någon ljuger?"

"Vad är det mest uppenbara tecknet på att det är vår i din stad?"

Temas para diario

Skriv om en gång när du missade något helt uppenbart. Vad hände?

Vilka uppenbara förändringar har du sett i ditt liv det senaste året?

Beskriv en situation där det var uppenbart att någon var lycklig.

Reflektera över en 'uppenbar sanning' som du nyligen har insett.

Varför är det ibland svårt att se det som är uppenbart?

Preguntas frecuentes

10 preguntas

'Uppenbar' means 'obvious' or 'evident' (it hits you in the face). 'Tydlig' means 'clear' or 'distinct' (it is easy to see or understand). For example, a 'tydlig röst' is a clear voice, but an 'uppenbar lögn' is an obvious lie.

Use 'uppenbart' with neuter (ett) nouns, like 'ett uppenbart fel'. Also use it in general statements like 'Det är uppenbart' or as an adverb, like 'Han är uppenbart trött'.

No, 'uppenbara' is also a verb meaning 'to reveal' or 'to manifest'. You have to look at the sentence structure to know which one it is.

You can use it to describe a person's state or qualities, like 'Han är en uppenbar talang' (He is an obvious talent), but you don't usually call a person 'uppenbar' directly.

'Uppenbarligen' means 'apparently' or 'evidently'. 'Uppenbart' means 'obviously'. They are similar but 'uppenbarligen' is used more for logical inferences.

The standard phrase is 'Av uppenbara skäl'.

It is neutral. It can be used in casual chat ('Det är ju uppenbart!') and in very formal legal documents ('uppenbart oskäligt').

Common opposites are 'oklar' (unclear), 'dold' (hidden), or 'subtil' (subtle).

It is a short, rounded Swedish 'u', similar to the 'oo' in 'foot' but more closed.

It is a noun meaning 'revelation' or 'apparition'. It comes from the same root as 'uppenbar'.

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