Signification
Used when something is done exactly right or succeeds perfectly.
Contexte culturel
The phrase is a staple of 'Sportnytt' (Sports News) and is deeply tied to the national identity of being skilled but quiet. Using this in a meeting after a successful demo shows you are 'one of the team' and share the collective relief. Sweden has a strong culture of DIY. This phrase is the 'victory song' of the home renovator.
The Fist Pump
Combine the phrase with a small fist pump for maximum Swedish authenticity.
Don't overthink the 'Den'
Even if you are talking about a 'mål' (ett-word), 'den' is the standard idiomatic form.
Signification
Used when something is done exactly right or succeeds perfectly.
The Fist Pump
Combine the phrase with a small fist pump for maximum Swedish authenticity.
Don't overthink the 'Den'
Even if you are talking about a 'mål' (ett-word), 'den' is the standard idiomatic form.
Teste-toi
Which situation is most appropriate for 'Där satt den!'?
You are watching a friend try to throw a crumpled paper into a bin from 5 meters away. They succeed on the first try.
This is a classic 'precision success' moment.
Complete the exclamation.
Zlatan skjuter bollen i krysset... 'Där ____ den!'
The idiom is fixed in the past tense 'satt'.
Match the phrase to the context.
Context: You finally find the missing word in a difficult crossword puzzle.
Finding a 'fit' for a word is a perfect use of the idiom.
🎉 Score : /3
Aides visuelles
Banque d exercices
3 exercicesYou are watching a friend try to throw a crumpled paper into a bin from 5 meters away. They succeed on the first try.
This is a classic 'precision success' moment.
Zlatan skjuter bollen i krysset... 'Där ____ den!'
The idiom is fixed in the past tense 'satt'.
Context: You finally find the missing word in a difficult crossword puzzle.
Finding a 'fit' for a word is a perfect use of the idiom.
🎉 Score : /3
Questions fréquentes
2 questionsOnly if you've just performed a specific task or made a very good point in a casual way. Otherwise, it's a bit too informal.
99% of the time it is 'den'. 'Det' sounds like you are literally talking about an 'ett'-object sitting somewhere.
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