Signification
A common belief that is factually incorrect.
Contexte culturel
Swedes often use this phrase to debunk the 'Sinful Sweden' myth (den svenska synden) which originated in the 1960s. In Swedish universities, starting a thesis by identifying an 'utbredd missuppfattning' is a classic way to prove the 'research gap'. Swedish public service (SVT/SR) has programs specifically dedicated to 'krossa missuppfattningar' (crushing misconceptions). A very common Swedish example involves Vikings. Swedes are proud of their history but annoyed by Hollywood's horned helmets.
Use 'Det råder'
Pair it with the verb 'råda' (Det råder en utbredd missuppfattning...) to sound like a native C1 speaker.
Gender Check
Always check if you are using 'missuppfattning' (en) or 'missförstånd' (ett) to get the adjective ending right.
Signification
A common belief that is factually incorrect.
Use 'Det råder'
Pair it with the verb 'råda' (Det råder en utbredd missuppfattning...) to sound like a native C1 speaker.
Gender Check
Always check if you are using 'missuppfattning' (en) or 'missförstånd' (ett) to get the adjective ending right.
Politeness
Using this phrase is a polite way to tell someone they are wrong without attacking them personally.
Teste-toi
Fyll i rätt form av adjektivet 'utbredd'.
Det finns många _______ missuppfattningar om rymden.
Since 'missuppfattningar' is plural, the adjective must be in the plural form 'utbredda'.
Vilken mening är mest naturlig i en vetenskaplig artikel?
Välj ett alternativ:
This option uses the correct formal register suitable for an article.
Matcha ordet med dess betydelse.
Matcha:
These are the core components of the phrase and their synonyms.
Slutför meningen i dialogen.
A: 'Jag hörde att man får kramp om man badar direkt efter maten.' B: 'Nej, det är faktiskt en _______.'
Both 'en utbredd missuppfattning' and 'ett utbrett missförstånd' are grammatically correct and natural here.
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Aides visuelles
En vs Ett Agreement
Banque d exercices
4 exercicesDet finns många _______ missuppfattningar om rymden.
Since 'missuppfattningar' is plural, the adjective must be in the plural form 'utbredda'.
Välj ett alternativ:
This option uses the correct formal register suitable for an article.
Associez chaque element a gauche avec son pair a droite :
These are the core components of the phrase and their synonyms.
A: 'Jag hörde att man får kramp om man badar direkt efter maten.' B: 'Nej, det är faktiskt en _______.'
Both 'en utbredd missuppfattning' and 'ett utbrett missförstånd' are grammatically correct and natural here.
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Questions fréquentes
10 questionsYes, 'vanlig' (common) is perfectly fine and very common. 'Utbredd' is just slightly more formal and emphasizes the 'spread' of the idea.
Yes, a 'missuppfattning' is by definition an error. However, the phrase itself isn't an insult; it's an observation of a collective mistake.
It becomes 'utbredda missuppfattningar'.
A lie (lögn) is intentional. A 'missuppfattning' is usually unintentional—people simply believe something that isn't true.
It's better for 'big' ideas. For a small mistake, just use 'ett litet fel'.
Yes, you can say 'utbrett våld' (widespread violence) or 'utbredd fattigdom' (widespread poverty).
Not if used correctly. It sounds like you are well-informed. In Sweden, being well-informed is a positive trait.
A 'faktum' (fact) or 'en vedertagen sanning' (an established truth).
Yes, it's excellent for showing you understand the nuances of your field.
Very often. Look for '5 utbredda missuppfattningar om...' in lifestyle or science sections.
Expressions liées
en seglivad myt
similarA persistent myth
en gängse uppfattning
contrastA prevailing view
en vandringssägen
specialized formAn urban legend
att slå hål på en myt
builds onTo debunk/burst a myth
