Signification
To fix a chaotic situation.
Contexte culturel
The 'torp' is a symbol of the Swedish past, representing the hard work of the peasantry. The value of 'ordning och reda' is shared across Nordic countries. In rural areas, the literal meaning of maintaining a property is still very relevant. The idiom is used in modern corporate settings to show leadership.
Use it to sound natural
Swedes love this idiom because it sounds both professional and down-to-earth.
Cultural resonance
It shows you understand the Swedish value of order.
Signification
To fix a chaotic situation.
Use it to sound natural
Swedes love this idiom because it sounds both professional and down-to-earth.
Cultural resonance
It shows you understand the Swedish value of order.
Teste-toi
Fill in the missing word.
Vi måste få ordning ____ torpet.
The idiom is 'få ordning på'.
What does 'få ordning på torpet' mean?
Which sentence is closest in meaning?
It is a metaphor for organizing and fixing problems.
Complete the dialogue.
A: Det är så stökigt på kontoret. B: Ja, vi måste _____.
It fits the context of cleaning up a messy office.
🎉 Score : /3
Aides visuelles
Banque d exercices
3 exercicesVi måste få ordning ____ torpet.
The idiom is 'få ordning på'.
Which sentence is closest in meaning?
It is a metaphor for organizing and fixing problems.
A: Det är så stökigt på kontoret. B: Ja, vi måste _____.
It fits the context of cleaning up a messy office.
🎉 Score : /3
Questions fréquentes
3 questionsYes, but it sounds a bit dramatic. It's better for complex situations.
No, it's neutral/casual. Don't use it in a formal contract.
People will understand, but it won't sound like a native idiom.
Expressions liées
Ordning och reda
similarOrder and neatness
Styra upp
synonymTo steer/organize
Få rätsida på
synonymTo get the right side of
