Signification
Putting up with something difficult.
Contexte culturel
The 'Swedish Winter' is the ultimate test of 'stå ut'. There is a cultural expectation that you endure the darkness without too much 'gnäll' (whining), often aided by 'mys' (coziness). Similar to the Swedish 'stå ut', the Finnish concept of 'Sisu' is a more extreme version of endurance and grit. While 'stå ut' is a verb, 'Sisu' is a character trait. In American culture, 'standing out' is usually positive (being unique). This causes major confusion for Americans learning Swedish who try to use 'stå ut' as a compliment. The Japanese 'Gaman' is often compared to Swedish stoicism. Both cultures value the ability to endure social friction for the sake of group harmony.
The 'Med' Rule
If you add an object, you MUST add 'med'. 'Jag står inte ut med dig' (I can't stand you).
Don't be too rude
Saying 'Jag står inte ut med dig' is very strong. Use it only if you are truly angry.
Signification
Putting up with something difficult.
The 'Med' Rule
If you add an object, you MUST add 'med'. 'Jag står inte ut med dig' (I can't stand you).
Don't be too rude
Saying 'Jag står inte ut med dig' is very strong. Use it only if you are truly angry.
Resignation
Swedes often say 'Man får stå ut' with a sigh. it's a very common way to accept a bad situation.
Teste-toi
Fill in the missing particle and preposition.
Jag står inte ___ ___ bullret från gatan.
The phrasal verb is 'stå ut' and it requires 'med' to connect to the object.
Which sentence means 'I am noticeable in the crowd'?
Välj rätt mening:
'Sticka ut' means to be prominent/noticeable. 'Stå ut' means to endure.
Complete the dialogue with the correct form of 'stå ut'.
A: Hur var konserten? B: Den var så hög att jag knappt ___.
The question is in the past tense ('var'), so the answer must be in the past tense ('stod ut').
Match the phrase to the situation.
När säger man 'Jag står inte ut!'?
'Stå ut' is used for negative, difficult situations like pain.
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Aides visuelles
Stå ut vs. Sticka ut
Banque d exercices
4 exercicesJag står inte ___ ___ bullret från gatan.
The phrasal verb is 'stå ut' and it requires 'med' to connect to the object.
Välj rätt mening:
'Sticka ut' means to be prominent/noticeable. 'Stå ut' means to endure.
A: Hur var konserten? B: Den var så hög att jag knappt ___.
The question is in the past tense ('var'), so the answer must be in the past tense ('stod ut').
När säger man 'Jag står inte ut!'?
'Stå ut' is used for negative, difficult situations like pain.
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Questions fréquentes
10 questionsNo! 'Stå ut' means to endure. If you want to say someone is noticeable, use 'sticka ut'.
Yes, it's very common. 'Jag står inte ut med huvudvärken' (I can't stand the headache).
The past tense is 'stod ut'. Example: 'Jag stod ut i två timmar.'
It is neutral. You can use it with friends or at work. For very formal writing, use 'uthärda'.
In Swedish, the particle in a phrasal verb always carries the stress. This distinguishes it from a normal verb + preposition.
No, you must say 'Jag står ut med det'. The 'med' is required for objects.
Yes, 'härda ut' implies a physical toughness and is often used in athletic or military contexts.
Almost never. It implies that the thing you are enduring is unpleasant.
Jag står inte ut med honom.
It's the adjective form, meaning 'persistent' or 'having high endurance'.
Expressions liées
Härda ut
similarTo toughen up and endure.
Tåla
synonymTo tolerate or be able to handle.
Sticka ut
contrastTo be prominent or noticeable.
Uthärda
specialized formTo endure (formal).
