معنی
to act before the right time
زمینه فرهنگی
In Swedish workplace culture, 'förankring' (anchoring) is vital. Acting before a decision has been 'anchored' with everyone is seen as 'gå händelserna i förväg' and can be socially damaging. Compared to Sweden, American culture often rewards 'jumping the gun' if it shows initiative. However, the phrase is still used as a warning in legal and financial contexts. Japanese culture values 'Nemawashi' (informal groundwork). To act without this groundwork is 'sakibashiru' (running ahead), which is viewed as a lack of respect for the group. German precision and 'Ordnung' (order) mean that following the sequence of events is highly valued. 'Vorgreifen' is a serious critique of someone's professional methodology.
Soften your criticism
Add 'kanske' (maybe) or 'lite' (a little) to make the phrase sound like a gentle suggestion rather than a harsh correction.
Watch the plural
Always use 'händelserna' (the events). Using the singular 'händelsen' makes the idiom fall apart.
معنی
to act before the right time
Soften your criticism
Add 'kanske' (maybe) or 'lite' (a little) to make the phrase sound like a gentle suggestion rather than a harsh correction.
Watch the plural
Always use 'händelserna' (the events). Using the singular 'händelsen' makes the idiom fall apart.
The 'Politician's Shield'
If you want to avoid answering a difficult question about the future, this is the perfect phrase to use.
خودت رو بسنج
Fill in the missing verb in the correct tense.
Igår ______ han händelserna i förväg och berättade hemligheten för tidigt.
The sentence refers to 'igår' (yesterday), so we need the past tense of 'gå', which is 'gick'.
Which sentence uses the idiom correctly?
Välj rätt mening:
The idiom requires the definite plural 'händelserna' and the phrase 'i förväg'.
Match the response to the situation.
Situation: Din vän vill köpa en barnvagn trots att hon inte är gravid än.
This is the most natural response for someone acting prematurely regarding a future event.
Complete the dialogue.
A: Tror du att vi får kontraktet? B: Jag hoppas det, men vi ska inte ______.
Both 'gå' and 'springa' work in this context, though 'gå' is more common.
🎉 امتیاز: /4
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بانک تمرین
4 تمرینهاIgår ______ han händelserna i förväg och berättade hemligheten för tidigt.
The sentence refers to 'igår' (yesterday), so we need the past tense of 'gå', which is 'gick'.
Välj rätt mening:
The idiom requires the definite plural 'händelserna' and the phrase 'i förväg'.
Situation: Din vän vill köpa en barnvagn trots att hon inte är gravid än.
This is the most natural response for someone acting prematurely regarding a future event.
A: Tror du att vi får kontraktet? B: Jag hoppas det, men vi ska inte ______.
Both 'gå' and 'springa' work in this context, though 'gå' is more common.
🎉 امتیاز: /4
سوالات متداول
10 سوالUsually, yes. it implies a lack of patience or a mistake in timing. If you want to be positive, use 'ligga steget före'.
Yes, it's very professional. It shows you are grounded and not prone to wild speculation.
'Springa' (run) is just a more intense version. It suggests someone is rushing even faster and more recklessly.
No, that's a 'malaphor' (mixing two idioms). Use 'i förväg' with 'gå' and 'i förskott' with 'ta ut'.
Extremely. You will find it in everything from crime novels to history books.
Yes, it always uses 'i' before 'förväg'.
It's neutral. You can use it with your boss or your best friend.
'Gå inte händelserna i förväg nu' works, but 'Vänta lite nu' is simpler for very young children.
Not a direct one, but 'Tagga ner' (chill out/calm down) is often used in similar situations.
Yes! 'Meteorologerna gick händelserna i förväg och lovade sol.'
عبارات مرتبط
Ta ut segern i förskott
similarTo celebrate a victory before it is won.
Ligga steget före
contrastTo be one step ahead.
Is i magen
contrastTo have ice in one's stomach (be patient/cool).
Sälja skinnet innan björnen är skjuten
similarTo sell the hide before the bear is shot.
