B2 Expression خنثی

utan krusiduller

no frills

معنی

Simple and direct.

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زمینه فرهنگی

The phrase is closely linked to 'Funkis' (Functionalism), a design movement that dominated Sweden in the 20th century, emphasizing that things should be practical and accessible to everyone. In Swedish meetings, being 'utan krusiduller' is seen as a sign of respect for other people's time. Flowery language can sometimes be viewed with suspicion. The 'Law of Jante' (Jantelagen) discourages people from acting superior. Being 'utan krusiduller' helps a person appear relatable and 'one of the crowd'. Swedish 'husmanskost' (traditional home cooking) is the culinary equivalent of this phrase—simple, hearty, and honest.

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Use it as a compliment

In Sweden, calling someone 'en person utan krusiduller' is one of the best compliments you can give. It means they are trustworthy.

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Don't use for art

If you describe a painting as 'utan krusiduller', it might sound like you think it's boring. Use 'avskalad' or 'minimalistisk' instead for art.

معنی

Simple and direct.

🎯

Use it as a compliment

In Sweden, calling someone 'en person utan krusiduller' is one of the best compliments you can give. It means they are trustworthy.

⚠️

Don't use for art

If you describe a painting as 'utan krusiduller', it might sound like you think it's boring. Use 'avskalad' or 'minimalistisk' instead for art.

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The IKEA connection

Think of the IKEA assembly instructions. They are the definition of 'utan krusiduller'—just the facts, no extra words.

خودت رو بسنج

Fill in the missing words to complete the sentence.

Jag vill ha en enkel rapport, helt ______ ______.

✓ درسته! ✗ نه دقیقاً. پاسخ صحیح: utan krusiduller

The phrase 'utan krusiduller' means without unnecessary extras, which fits 'enkel rapport'.

Which sentence uses the phrase correctly?

Select the correct option:

✓ درسته! ✗ نه دقیقاً. پاسخ صحیح: B

B is correct because the phrase follows the verb/object to describe the manner of speaking.

Match the Swedish phrase with its English equivalent.

Match the pairs:

✓ درسته! ✗ نه دقیقاً. پاسخ صحیح: utan krusiduller:no frills, rakt på sak:straight to the point, kort och gott:in short

These are the most accurate idiomatic matches.

Complete the dialogue.

A: Hur vill du ha ditt kaffe? B: ______

✓ درسته! ✗ نه دقیقاً. پاسخ صحیح: Svart, utan krusiduller tack.

This is a standard way to order plain coffee.

🎉 امتیاز: /4

ابزارهای بصری یادگیری

Med vs. Utan Krusiduller

Med Krusiduller
Flowery language Blommig retorik
Ornate design Prydnader
Utan Krusiduller
Direct speech Rakt tal
Functional design Funktionell design

بانک تمرین

4 تمرین‌ها
Fill in the missing words to complete the sentence. جای خالی B1

Jag vill ha en enkel rapport, helt ______ ______.

✓ درسته! ✗ نه دقیقاً. پاسخ صحیح: utan krusiduller

The phrase 'utan krusiduller' means without unnecessary extras, which fits 'enkel rapport'.

Which sentence uses the phrase correctly? Choose B2

Select the correct option:

✓ درسته! ✗ نه دقیقاً. پاسخ صحیح: B

B is correct because the phrase follows the verb/object to describe the manner of speaking.

Match the Swedish phrase with its English equivalent. Match B1

هر مورد سمت چپ را با جفتش در سمت راست مطابقت دهید:

✓ درسته! ✗ نه دقیقاً. پاسخ صحیح: utan krusiduller:no frills, rakt på sak:straight to the point, kort och gott:in short

These are the most accurate idiomatic matches.

Complete the dialogue. dialogue_completion A2

A: Hur vill du ha ditt kaffe? B: ______

✓ درسته! ✗ نه دقیقاً. پاسخ صحیح: Svart, utan krusiduller tack.

This is a standard way to order plain coffee.

🎉 امتیاز: /4

سوالات متداول

10 سوال

No, it's generally positive. It implies honesty and efficiency. However, don't use it if someone is looking for emotional comfort.

You can, but it's rare. It would mean something is overly decorated or complicated, usually in a negative way.

Yes, it's very common in journalism and business reports to describe a straightforward approach.

The singular is 'en krusidull', but it is almost never used alone.

Close, but 'minimalist' is a specific art style. 'Utan krusiduller' is a more general feeling of simplicity.

Yes! It describes someone who is down-to-earth and doesn't put on an act.

No, it's a standard idiomatic expression used by all age groups.

It's a short Swedish 'u', which sounds a bit like the 'oo' in 'foot' but with more rounded lips.

Yes, it would mean the house has a simple, clean design without many ornaments.

'Enkelt' just means simple. 'Utan krusiduller' implies that the *extra* stuff has been removed or avoided.

عبارات مرتبط

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rakt på sak

similar

Straight to the point

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kort och gott

similar

In short / simply put

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inget tjafs

synonym

No nonsense

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avskalad

specialized form

Stripped down

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tala ur skägget

contrast

Speak clearly (stop mumbling)

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