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B1 adjective 9 دقیقه مطالعه

tillförlitlig

تمرین کن مثال‌ها نکات و راهنمایی‌ها tillförlitlig در ۳۰ ثانیه

توضیح tillförlitlig in your Level:

At the A1 level, you don't need to use 'tillförlitlig' often, but you might see it in simple product descriptions. Think of it as a fancy way to say 'bra' (good) or 'stabil' (stable). You can use it to describe a car or a clock that works well. Focus on the basic meaning: something you can trust because it doesn't break. For example, 'Min bil är tillförlitlig' (My car is reliable). At this stage, just recognize that it means 'reliable' and remember that it describes things that work the way they are supposed to. You don't need to worry about the complex grammar yet, just the basic idea of trust in a machine or a simple fact.

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At the A2 level, you should start noticing the different endings of the word. You will see 'tillförlitlig' for en-words like 'en vän' (a friend) and 'tillförlitligt' for ett-words like 'ett svar' (an answer). You might use it when talking about your job or your tools. 'Jag har en tillförlitlig dator' (I have a reliable computer). It's a useful word for describing why you like a certain brand or service. You are moving beyond just 'good' to explaining *why* something is good—because you can depend on it. Try to use it in simple sentences about technology or people you work with.

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At the B1 level, you are expected to use 'tillförlitlig' in more varied contexts, especially in writing. This is the level where you start evaluating information. When you write an essay or give a presentation, you might talk about 'tillförlitliga källor' (reliable sources). You should be comfortable with the plural form 'tillförlitliga' and the definite form 'den tillförlitliga'. You are beginning to understand the difference between this word and 'pålitlig'. You use 'tillförlitlig' when you want to sound a bit more professional or objective. It's a key word for discussing news, reports, and social issues in a balanced way.

At the B2 level, you should use 'tillförlitlig' with nuance. You can discuss the 'tillförlitlighet' (reliability) of a system or a theory. You understand that this word implies a systematic consistency. You might use it to critique a news article: 'Är den här informationen verkligen tillförlitlig?' (Is this information really reliable?). You can also use it in comparisons, using 'mer tillförlitlig' to weigh different options. Your vocabulary is becoming more precise, and you choose 'tillförlitlig' over 'pålitlig' when the context is technical, academic, or professional. You also use it to describe abstract concepts like 'tillförlitlig statistik'.

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At the C1 level, 'tillförlitlig' is a natural part of your academic and professional Swedish. You use it to describe complex systems, legal evidence, and scientific methodologies. You are aware of its synonyms like 'vederhäftig' or 'driftsäker' and choose between them based on subtle differences in register. You can use the word in the passive voice or in complex grammatical structures. For instance, you might discuss 'tillförlitligheten i de statistiska modellerna' (the reliability of the statistical models). You use the word to express professional skepticism or endorsement, and you can explain the etymological roots if necessary. It is a tool for high-level precision.

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At the C2 level, you have a complete mastery of 'tillförlitlig'. You use it with perfect grammatical accuracy in all forms. You understand its historical development and how it fits into the broader Germanic linguistic context. You can use it in highly specialized fields, such as discussing the 'tillförlitlighetskoefficient' in psychometrics or the 'tillförlitlighetsanalys' in engineering. You can play with the word's connotations in literature or high-level journalism, perhaps using it ironically or to make a very specific philosophical point about the nature of truth and dependability. It is no longer just a word you 'know', but a precise instrument in your linguistic repertoire.

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tillförlitlig در ۳۰ ثانیه

Tillförlitlig means 'reliable' or 'trustworthy'.
It is used for technology, data, and professional people.
The forms are tillförlitlig (en), tillförlitligt (ett), and tillförlitliga (plural).
It is more formal than the common synonym 'pålitlig'.

The Swedish adjective tillförlitlig is a cornerstone of Swedish communication when discussing quality, trust, and consistency. At its core, it translates to 'reliable' or 'trustworthy' in English, but its usage often carries a slightly more formal or objective weight than its common synonym pålitlig. When you describe something as tillförlitlig, you are asserting that it can be depended upon to perform its function or provide accurate information consistently over time. It is a word that bridges the gap between mechanical dependability and intellectual honesty.

Technical Reliability: Used for machines, systems, and processes that do not fail. If a car starts every morning in the Swedish winter, it is tillförlitlig.

Forskningen bygger på tillförlitlig data från flera oberoende källor.

In the context of information, tillförlitlig is the gold standard. A news source, a scientific study, or a witness in court is described this way if their information is verified and consistent. It implies a lack of bias and a presence of accuracy. Swedes value 'trygghet' (security/safety), and knowing that a system or a person is tillförlitlig provides that necessary peace of mind. It is not just about being 'good'; it is about being predictable in the best possible way.

Statistical Context: In mathematics and science, this word refers to the 'reliability' of a test or measurement, indicating that the results are reproducible.

Den här metoden är inte helt tillförlitlig i extrema temperaturer.

The word is composed of the prefix till-, the root förlita (to rely/depend), and the suffix -lig (forming an adjective). This structure literally points toward the act of placing your trust 'to' something. In a society that prides itself on transparency and high-quality engineering, being tillförlitlig is one of the highest compliments a product or service can receive. Whether you are talking about the Swedish train system (SJ), a Volvo engine, or a government report, this word signifies a foundation of trust that is essential for a functioning society.

Vi behöver en tillförlitlig lösning på problemet, inte bara en tillfällig fix.

Using tillförlitlig correctly requires an understanding of Swedish adjective agreement. Since it ends in -lig, it follows the standard pattern for gender and number. For en-words (common gender), use tillförlitlig. For ett-words (neuter gender), use tillförlitligt. For plural nouns of either gender, use tillförlitliga.

The En-Word Form: En tillförlitlig källa (A reliable source). Here, the adjective describes a singular common noun.

Hon är en mycket tillförlitlig person i stressiga situationer.

When describing something neutral (ett-word), the 't' at the end is crucial. This is a common point of error for English speakers who are used to adjectives remaining static. For example, ett tillförlitligt resultat (a reliable result). The 't' signals the agreement with the noun 'resultat'.

The Ett-Word Form: Ett tillförlitligt vittne (A reliable witness). Note that 'vittne' is an ett-word, so the adjective must match.

Systemet har visat sig vara tillförlitligt under lång tid.

In the plural, we add an '-a'. This applies regardless of whether the noun is an en-word or an ett-word. Tillförlitliga källor (Reliable sources) or tillförlitliga system (Reliable systems). This consistency in the plural makes it slightly easier to remember once you grasp the basic rule.

De tillförlitliga rapporterna visar på en positiv trend.

Beyond basic agreement, tillförlitlig often appears in complex sentences involving comparisons. You might say something is mer tillförlitlig än (more reliable than) or den mest tillförlitliga (the most reliable). Because it is a long adjective, it typically uses 'mer' and 'mest' for comparison rather than changing its ending to -are or -ast, although 'tillförlitligare' is technically possible and occasionally heard in formal writing.

Comparative Usage: Denna modell är mer tillförlitlig än den gamla.

Vem är den mest tillförlitliga personen du känner?

You will encounter tillförlitlig in several specific domains of Swedish life. It is not a word usually shouted across a noisy bar, but rather one used in serious discussions, professional environments, and analytical contexts. Understanding these 'habitats' for the word will help you use it with the right 'feeling' (känsla).

News and Journalism: Swedish news anchors on SVT or SR often use this word when citing sources or discussing the validity of information coming from conflict zones. 'Enligt tillförlitliga källor...' (According to reliable sources...) is a standard journalistic phrase.

Det finns inga tillförlitliga uppgifter om antalet skadade än.

In the corporate world, specifically in marketing and product reviews, tillförlitlig is a high-value adjective. A company selling home security systems or cloud storage will use this word to build consumer trust. It suggests that their service will not crash or fail when it is needed most. If you read a Swedish review of a new car or a piece of software, you will likely see a section dedicated to how 'tillförlitlig' the product is over time.

Academic and Scientific Discourse: University students in Sweden are taught to evaluate 'tillförlitlighet' (reliability) as a key metric of any study. In lectures, professors will critique papers based on whether the data collection was tillförlitlig.

För att studien ska vara tillförlitlig måste urvalet vara representativt.

Finally, you will hear it in legal and administrative contexts. A 'tillförlitlig' witness is one whose testimony stands up to scrutiny. A 'tillförlitlig' method for identity verification is one that the Swedish Tax Agency (Skatteverket) or Police will accept. In these situations, the word implies a level of official sanction—something that has been tested and found worthy of belief. It is a word of the 'system', representing the Swedish ideal of a society that works predictably and fairly.

Polisen anser att vittnesmålet är mycket tillförlitligt.

Even advanced learners of Swedish can stumble when using tillförlitlig. The errors usually fall into two categories: grammatical agreement and semantic confusion with similar words like pålitlig, säker, or trovärdig.

The 'Ett-Word' Trap: The most common grammatical error is forgetting the 't' when describing ett-words. Saying 'Ett tillförlitlig system' is incorrect; it must be 'Ett tillförlitligt system'. Because the word is long, learners often focus so much on the root that they forget the ending.

Fel: Vi behöver ett tillförlitlig verktyg.
Rätt: Vi behöver ett tillförlitligt verktyg.

Another mistake is using tillförlitlig when you actually mean trovärdig (credible). While they are related, trovärdig is specifically about whether someone or something *seems* worthy of belief, often focusing on the appearance of truth. Tillförlitlig is more about the actual, proven track record of reliability. You might find a story trovärdig (it sounds like it could be true), but you only call a source tillförlitlig if you know they always get it right.

Overuse in Casual Speech: Using this word for small, everyday things can sound a bit 'stiff'. If you are telling a friend they are a good person to talk to, saying 'Du är tillförlitlig' sounds like you are writing a performance review. Use 'pålitlig' or just 'snäll' (kind) instead.

I vardagligt tal: Min kompis är pålitlig. (My friend is dependable.)

Finally, watch out for the spelling. The double 'l' in till- and the 'ö' can be tricky for beginners. Some learners accidentally write 'tilförlitlig' with one 'l', which is the English spelling of 'till' influencing their Swedish. In Swedish, 'till' (to) always has two 'l's.

Kom ihåg: Till + för + lita + -lig.

Swedish has a rich vocabulary for expressing 'reliability'. Choosing the right word depends on the context—whether you are talking about a person's character, a machine's durability, or the truth of a statement. Here is how tillförlitlig compares to its closest neighbors.

Pålitlig vs. Tillförlitlig: Pålitlig is the most common synonym. It is warmer and more personal. You have a 'pålitlig' friend or 'pålitlig' help. Tillförlitlig is more clinical and objective. A 'tillförlitlig' test result is better than a 'pålitlig' one, which sounds slightly informal.

Han är en pålitlig granne som vattnar blommorna.

If you are discussing technology or machinery, you might use driftsäker. This specifically refers to 'operational reliability'—the ability of a system to keep running without interruption. While a car can be tillförlitlig, a server or a power plant is often described as driftsäker.

Driftsäker: Focuses purely on the 'up-time' and mechanical stability of a system.

Den nya servern är extremt driftsäker.

When talking about the truthfulness of a person or their claims, trovärdig (credible) is the key alternative. As mentioned before, trovärdig is about the perception of truth. If someone tells a very convincing lie, they are trovärdig but definitely not tillförlitlig. Another high-level word is vederhäftig, which is very formal and means 'solid', 'reliable', or 'well-founded', often used for experts or scholarly works.

Vederhäftig: A very formal word used to describe someone who is thoroughly reliable and knows what they are talking about.

Han gav ett vederhäftigt intryck under intervjun.

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Child friendly

عامیانه

نکته جالب

The root 'lita' is related to the English word 'rely' in spirit, though they come from different linguistic paths. In Swedish, 'lita' is a very strong, emotional word for trust.

راهنمای تلفظ

UK [tɪlfœrˈliːtlɪg]

US [tɪlfœrˈliːtlɪg]

Primary stress is on the third syllable: till-för-LIT-lig.

هم‌قافیه با

avsiktlig oavsiktlig godtycklig språklig folklig saklig verklig vänlig

خطاهای رایج

Pronouncing 'till' with a long 'i' (like 'teel'). It should be short.
Pronouncing the final 'g' too harshly. In many Swedish dialects, it's silent.
Missing the stress on 'lit', making the word sound flat.
Confusing the 'ö' sound with 'o'.
Forgetting the 't' in the neuter form 'tillförlitligt'.

سطح دشواری

خواندن 3/5

The word is long but follows standard patterns. Common in news.

نوشتن 4/5

Agreement with ett-words (tillförlitligt) is a common stumbling block.

صحبت کردن 4/5

The 'ö' and 'l' sounds plus the stress pattern can be tricky.

گوش دادن 3/5

Clear stress on 'lit' makes it recognizable once you know it.

بعداً چه یاد بگیریم؟

پیش‌نیازها

till för lita bra vän

بعداً یاد بگیرید

trovärdig vederhäftig driftsäker slutsats analys

پیشرفته

validitet signifikans korrelation empiri kausalitet

گرامر لازم

Adjective Agreement (Gender)

En tillförlitlig man vs. Ett tillförlitligt vittne.

Adjective Agreement (Plural)

Tillförlitliga källor.

Definite Adjective Form

Den tillförlitliga källan.

Comparison with 'mer' and 'mest'

Den här källan är mer tillförlitlig.

Noun formation with -het

Tillförlitlig + het = tillförlitlighet.

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مثال‌ها بر اساس سطح

Min klocka är tillförlitlig.

My clock is reliable.

Simple subject-verb-adjective structure.

Är din bil tillförlitlig?

Is your car reliable?

Question form using the common gender adjective.

Han är en tillförlitlig person.

He is a reliable person.

Adjective preceding a common gender noun.

Detta är ett tillförlitligt svar.

This is a reliable answer.

Adjective matching a neuter (ett) noun.

Vi har tillförlitliga vänner.

We have reliable friends.

Plural form of the adjective.

Bussen är inte tillförlitlig idag.

The bus is not reliable today.

Negative sentence with the adjective.

En tillförlitlig lampa lyser bra.

A reliable lamp shines well.

Indefinite article with common gender noun.

Hon gör ett tillförlitligt jobb.

She does a reliable job.

Adjective matching 'jobb' (ett-word).

Jag behöver en tillförlitlig telefon.

I need a reliable phone.

Usage with a common noun in a 'need' sentence.

Är internet tillförlitligt här?

Is the internet reliable here?

Internet is often treated as neuter in this context (nätet).

De tillförlitliga maskinerna fungerar.

The reliable machines are working.

Definite plural form.

Min pappa är en tillförlitlig förare.

My dad is a reliable driver.

Describing a person's role.

Det finns tillförlitliga appar för vädret.

There are reliable apps for the weather.

Plural indefinite usage.

Ett tillförlitligt lås är viktigt.

A reliable lock is important.

Agreement with 'lås' (ett-word).

Hon letar efter tillförlitlig information.

She is looking for reliable information.

Information is an uncountable common noun.

Den här metoden känns tillförlitlig.

This method feels reliable.

Using the verb 'känns' with an adjective.

Forskaren använde en tillförlitlig metod.

The researcher used a reliable method.

Professional context usage.

Vi måste hitta ett mer tillförlitligt system.

We must find a more reliable system.

Comparative form using 'mer'.

Tillförlitliga källor bekräftar nyheten.

Reliable sources confirm the news.

Common journalistic phrase.

Det är viktigt med tillförlitlig statistik.

Reliable statistics are important.

Abstract noun usage.

Är den här källan verkligen tillförlitlig?

Is this source really reliable?

Adverb 'verkligen' modifying the adjective.

De tillförlitliga resultaten publicerades igår.

The reliable results were published yesterday.

Definite plural agreement.

Företaget är känt för sina tillförlitliga produkter.

The company is known for its reliable products.

Possessive pronoun with plural adjective.

Han gav ett tillförlitligt intryck vid mötet.

He gave a reliable impression at the meeting.

Agreement with 'intryck' (ett-word).

Studien saknar en tillförlitlig kontrollgrupp.

The study lacks a reliable control group.

Academic critique context.

Det krävs tillförlitliga data för att dra slutsatser.

Reliable data is required to draw conclusions.

Data as a plural noun (though often used as singular in English).

Systemet är inte tillräckligt tillförlitligt för vår drift.

The system is not reliable enough for our operations.

Using 'tillräckligt' (enough) as a modifier.

Hon är en av våra mest tillförlitliga medarbetare.

She is one of our most reliable employees.

Superlative form using 'mest'.

Det finns en tillförlitlig koppling mellan rökning och cancer.

There is a reliable link between smoking and cancer.

Describing a scientific link.

Vi strävar efter att erbjuda tillförlitliga tjänster.

We strive to offer reliable services.

Corporate mission statement style.

Detta är det mest tillförlitliga sättet att resa.

This is the most reliable way to travel.

Superlative definite form.

Rapporten ifrågasätter tillförlitligheten i mätningarna.

The report questions the reliability of the measurements.

Using the noun form 'tillförlitligheten'.

Tillförlitligheten hos vittnet prövades under rättegången.

The witness's reliability was tested during the trial.

Legal context with the noun form.

En tillförlitlig analys kräver ett omfattande källmaterial.

A reliable analysis requires extensive source material.

High-level academic sentence.

Det är av yttersta vikt att tekniken är tillförlitlig.

It is of the utmost importance that the technology is reliable.

Formal expression 'av yttersta vikt'.

Undersökningen gav inte ett statistiskt tillförlitligt resultat.

The survey did not yield a statistically reliable result.

Adverb 'statistiskt' modifying the adjective.

Vi behöver en tillförlitlig infrastruktur för framtiden.

We need a reliable infrastructure for the future.

Political/societal context.

Hans tillförlitliga omdöme har räddat oss många gånger.

His reliable judgment has saved us many times.

Describing a mental quality (omdöme).

Det saknas tillförlitlig evidens för påståendet.

There is a lack of reliable evidence for the claim.

Using the word 'evidens' (evidence).

Metoden anses vara den mest tillförlitliga på marknaden.

The method is considered to be the most reliable on the market.

Passive voice construction 'anses vara'.

Den ontologiska tillförlitligheten i hans tes kan ifrågasättas.

The ontological reliability of his thesis can be questioned.

Highly specialized academic usage.

Tillförlitlighetsanalysen visade på signifikanta brister.

The reliability analysis showed significant flaws.

Compound word 'tillförlitlighetsanalys'.

Man bör förhålla sig kritiskt till även tillförlitliga källor.

One should maintain a critical stance even toward reliable sources.

Complex sentence with 'förhålla sig'.

Infrastrukturens tillförlitlighet är en förutsättning för tillväxt.

The reliability of the infrastructure is a prerequisite for growth.

Economic and political discourse.

Ett tillförlitligt signalsystem är fundamentalt för järnvägen.

A reliable signaling system is fundamental to the railway.

Engineering and infrastructure context.

Tillförlitligheten i mätinstrumentet kalibrerades noggrant.

The reliability of the measuring instrument was carefully calibrated.

Technical precision context.

Detta utgör en tillförlitlig grund för vidare forskning.

This constitutes a reliable basis for further research.

Formal academic 'utgör' (constitutes).

Vederhäftigheten och tillförlitligheten i hans argumentation var slående.

The soundness and reliability of his argumentation were striking.

Pairing with synonyms for emphasis.

ترکیب‌های رایج

tillförlitlig källa

tillförlitlig metod

tillförlitliga data

tillförlitlig information

tillförlitligt vittne

tillförlitlig tjänst

tillförlitlig teknik

tillförlitligt resultat

tillförlitlig prognos

tillförlitlig partner

عبارات رایج

Enligt tillförlitliga källor

— A standard way to start a news report when the source is confidential but trusted.

Enligt tillförlitliga källor ska ministern avgå.

Visa sig tillförlitlig

— To prove oneself or itself to be reliable over time.

Den nya bilen har visat sig tillförlitlig.

I brist på tillförlitlig information

— When there isn't any dependable info available.

I brist på tillförlitlig information valde vi att vänta.

Göra en tillförlitlig bedömning

— To make a sound and dependable judgment or assessment.

Det är svårt att göra en tillförlitlig bedömning just nu.

Tillförlitlig i drift

— Dependable while running or in use (often for machines).

Motorn är mycket tillförlitlig i drift.

Helt tillförlitlig

— Completely reliable.

Är den här statistiken helt tillförlitlig?

Inte särskilt tillförlitlig

— Not particularly reliable.

Den gamla datorn är inte särskilt tillförlitlig.

En tillförlitlig bild av

— An accurate or reliable picture/view of a situation.

Rapporten ger en tillförlitlig bild av läget.

Säkerställa tillförlitligheten

— To ensure or guarantee the reliability.

Vi måste säkerställa tillförlitligheten i våra system.

På ett tillförlitligt sätt

— In a reliable manner.

Maskinen fungerar på ett tillförlitligt sätt.

اغلب اشتباه گرفته می‌شود با

tillförlitlig vs pålitlig

Often interchangeable, but 'pålitlig' is more personal and common in speech.

tillförlitlig vs trovärdig

Trovärdig means 'credible' (looks true), while tillförlitlig means 'reliable' (is proven true).

tillförlitlig vs säker

Säker means 'safe' or 'certain'. A safe car protects you; a reliable car starts every time.

اصطلاحات و عبارات

"Lita på någon i vått och torrt"

— To trust someone in 'wet and dry' (through thick and thin). Relates to reliability.

Han är tillförlitlig och jag litar på honom i vått och torrt.

Informal

"Gå som en klocka"

— To run like a clock (to be perfectly reliable and consistent).

Motorn är tillförlitlig och går som en klocka.

Common

"Hålla vad man lovar"

— To keep what one promises. The hallmark of a tillförlitlig person.

En tillförlitlig person håller alltid vad hen lovar.

Common

"Vara klippan i stormen"

— To be the rock in the storm (a very reliable person during a crisis).

Hon är tillförlitlig och fungerar som klippan i stormen.

Literary

"Stå vid sitt ord"

— To stand by one's word.

Han är tillförlitlig och står alltid vid sitt ord.

Formal

"Ha torrt på fötterna"

— To have dry feet (to have solid, reliable facts/evidence before acting).

Vi har tillförlitlig data, så vi har torrt på fötterna.

Common

"Vara i trygga händer"

— To be in safe hands (with someone reliable).

Du är i tillförlitliga och trygga händer här.

Common

"Gjuta olja på vågorna"

— To pour oil on the waves (to calm things down through reliable action).

Hans tillförlitliga närvaro gjöt olja på vågorna.

Literary

"Veta var man har någon"

— To know where one has someone (to know they are reliable and consistent).

Hon är tillförlitlig; man vet alltid var man har henne.

Common

"Bygga på säker grund"

— To build on a safe/reliable foundation.

Vår plan bygger på tillförlitlig och säker grund.

Formal

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tillförlitlig vs trovärdig

Both involve trust.

Trovärdig is about the appearance of truth. Tillförlitlig is about the consistency of performance or accuracy.

En trovärdig lögn (a believable lie) vs. En tillförlitlig källa (a reliable source).

tillförlitlig vs säker

Reliability often implies safety.

Säker is broader, covering safety, certainty, and security. Tillförlitlig is specific to dependability.

En säker dörr (a secure door) vs. En tillförlitlig dörröppnare (a reliable door opener).

tillförlitlig vs reko

Both describe positive traits.

Reko is slang/informal for a decent, honest person. Tillförlitlig is formal for a dependable one.

Han är en reko kille.

tillförlitlig vs beständig

Both imply lasting quality.

Beständig means durable or resistant (e.g., to weather). Tillförlitlig means it works as expected.

Väderbeständig färg (weather-resistant paint).

tillförlitlig vs viss

Sometimes 'viss' (certain) is used where 'reliable' might fit.

Viss means 'certain' or 'some'. It lacks the depth of 'tillförlitlig'.

Med viss säkerhet (with some certainty).

الگوهای جمله‌سازی

[Subject] är tillförlitlig.

Bilen är tillförlitlig.

Jag har en tillförlitlig [Noun].

Jag har en tillförlitlig dator.

Enligt [Adjective] källor...

Enligt tillförlitliga källor...

Det är viktigt att vara [Adjective].

Det är viktigt att vara tillförlitlig.

Detta anses vara ett [Adjective] resultat.

Detta anses vara ett tillförlitligt resultat.

Tillförlitligheten hos [Noun] kan ifrågasättas.

Tillförlitligheten hos vittnet kan ifrågasättas.

För att säkerställa en tillförlitlig [Noun]...

För att säkerställa en tillförlitlig drift...

[Noun] utgör en tillförlitlig grund för...

Datan utgör en tillförlitlig grund för analysen.

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Common in professional, academic, and journalistic contexts.

اشتباهات رایج

Ett tillförlitlig system. → Ett tillförlitligt system.
Adjectives must end in -t when describing neuter (ett) nouns.
Han är tillförlitlig. (to a friend) → Han är pålitlig.
While not 'wrong', 'tillförlitlig' sounds a bit too formal for personal friendships.
Tilförlitlig (one 'l') → Tillförlitlig (two 'l's)
The prefix 'till' always has two 'l's in Swedish.
De tillförlitlig källorna. → De tillförlitliga källorna.
In the definite form and plural, adjectives must end in -a.
Using it for 'safe' (physical safety). → Säker.
'Tillförlitlig' is about consistency, not necessarily physical safety from harm.

نکات

Adjective Agreement

Always check the gender of the noun. 'En källa' -> tillförlitlig. 'Ett svar' -> tillförlitligt. This is the most common error for learners.

Choosing Synonyms

Use 'pålitlig' for people you know personally and 'tillförlitlig' for systems, data, and professional contexts.

The Silent G

In casual speech, the final 'g' in '-lig' words is almost always silent. Pronounce it as 'till-för-LITT-li' to sound more natural.

Professionalism

Use this word in job interviews or professional emails to describe your work ethic or the tools you use. It sounds very professional.

Data Evaluation

When reading Swedish research, look for the word 'tillförlitlighet'. It is a key term for assessing the quality of the study.

Stress Patterns

The stress is on the 'lit' syllable. If you hear a word ending in '-lig' with a strong stress just before the ending, it might be 'tillförlitlig'.

Compound Words

You can combine it with other words, like 'tillförlitlighetsanalys'. Swedish loves long compound nouns!

The Volvo Factor

Think of the word as describing the 'Swedish ideal'—something that is built to last and works perfectly without being flashy.

The 'Lita' Root

Focus on the root 'lita' (trust). If you can trust (lita) it, it is tillförlitlig.

Comparative Forms

While 'tillförlitligare' is correct, using 'mer tillförlitlig' is often easier to say and write in complex sentences.

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روش یادسپاری

Think of 'TILL' (to) + 'FOR' (for) + 'LIT' (like a light) + 'LIG' (like a leg). A 'reliable' person is someone you can go TO FOR a LIGHT to stand on your LEGS.

تداعی تصویری

Imagine a Volvo car driving through a deep Swedish snowstorm. It doesn't stop. That car is 'tillförlitlig'. Or imagine a heavy anchor that never slips.

شبکه واژگان

Trust Data Volvo Consistency Accuracy Sources Machines Swedish Quality

چالش

Try to find three things in your house that are 'tillförlitliga' and three that are 'otillförlitliga'. Write a sentence for each using the correct gender (en/ett).

ریشه کلمه

The word is constructed from the Swedish components 'till' (to), 'för-' (prefix), and 'lita' (to trust/rely), plus the adjective-forming suffix '-lig'. It has roots in Middle Low German 'tovorlaten', which meant to trust or rely on.

معنای اصلی: The original sense was 'something that can be relied upon' or 'worthy of being trusted to'.

Germanic

بافت فرهنگی

There are no major sensitivities, but calling a person 'tillförlitlig' in a romantic context might sound a bit cold or robotic.

English speakers often use 'reliable' for everything. In Swedish, remember to use 'pålitlig' for your best friend and 'tillförlitlig' for your scientific data.

Swedish Consumer Agency (Konsumentverket) often uses this word in reports. Technical manuals for Volvo and Saab. Academic papers from Karolinska Institutet.

تمرین در زندگی واقعی

موقعیت‌های واقعی

Buying a used car

Är den tillförlitlig?
Har den haft många problem?
Är motorn tillförlitlig?
Jag vill ha en tillförlitlig modell.

Evaluating a news story

Är källan tillförlitlig?
Finns det tillförlitlig data?
Det här låter inte tillförlitligt.
Vi behöver mer tillförlitlig information.

At work (IT/Systems)

Systemet måste vara tillförlitligt.
Vi har problem med tillförlitligheten.
Är backupen tillförlitlig?
Vi behöver en tillförlitlig lösning.

Academic research

Metoden är tillförlitlig.
Resultaten är inte tillförlitliga.
Hur säkerställer vi tillförlitligheten?
En tillförlitlig studie visar att...

Personal character

Han är en tillförlitlig kollega.
Hon är mycket tillförlitlig.
Vi behöver tillförlitlig personal.
Är han tillförlitlig i sitt arbete?

شروع‌کننده‌های مکالمه

"Vad tycker du är den mest tillförlitliga bilen på marknaden idag?"

"Brukar du lita på nyheter från sociala medier, eller söker du mer tillförlitliga källor?"

"Har du någonsin ägt en maskin som var extremt tillförlitlig?"

"Hur vet man om en person är tillförlitlig innan man känner dem väl?"

"Tycker du att kollektivtrafiken i din stad är tillförlitlig?"

موضوعات نگارش

Beskriv en person i ditt liv som är extremt tillförlitlig. Varför litar du på dem?

Reflektera över vikten av tillförlitlig information i dagens samhälle med sociala medier.

Skriv om en gång när en maskin eller ett system inte var tillförlitligt. Vad hände?

Vilka egenskaper gör en vän tillförlitlig enligt din åsikt?

Hur kan man själv bli en mer tillförlitlig person i sitt yrkesliv?

سوالات متداول

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Yes, but it sounds a bit formal or professional. If you want to say your friend is reliable, 'pålitlig' is usually a better choice. Use 'tillförlitlig' for an employee or a witness. For example, 'Han är en tillförlitlig medarbetare' is perfectly fine in a work setting.

They are very close. 'Pålitlig' is more common in everyday speech and for personal relationships. 'Tillförlitlig' is more often used for information, data, machines, and in formal or scientific contexts. Think of 'tillförlitlig' as 'objectively reliable' and 'pålitlig' as 'personally dependable'.

The 'ö' is a mid-front rounded vowel. It sounds similar to the 'u' in the English word 'burn' or the 'i' in 'bird'. Round your lips as if to say 'o', but try to say 'e'.

Yes, it is very common in news, technical writing, and professional environments. It is a B1 level word, meaning it's essential for intermediate learners who want to discuss more than just basic everyday topics.

The direct opposite is 'otillförlitlig'. You can also use 'opålitlig' for people or 'osäker' for general uncertainty.

Use 'tillförlitligt' when describing an 'ett' word (like ett system, ett resultat, ett vittne) or when using it as an adverb (e.g., 'Det fungerar tillförlitligt').

Yes, it is the comparative form ('more reliable'). However, 'mer tillförlitlig' is also very common and sometimes preferred because the word is so long.

Absolutely. In fact, 'tillförlitlig källa' (reliable source) is one of the most common collocations for this word in Swedish.

Usually, yes. Reliability is a key component of quality in Swedish culture. If something is tillförlitlig, it is generally considered 'good' because it fulfills its promise.

It is always 'tillförlitlig' with two 'l's in the first syllable. The Swedish word 'till' (to) always has two 'l's.

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