Signification
To reach out.
Contexte culturel
Swedes often prefer digital 'contact' over phone calls. It is considered polite to send a text or email before calling someone you don't know well. In Swedish workplaces, taking contact with someone higher up in the hierarchy is generally accepted and encouraged due to the flat organizational structure. The 'Swedish Reserve' means that taking contact with strangers in public (like on a bus) is rare and can sometimes be seen as intrusive unless there is a clear reason. Sweden is one of the most digitized countries. 'Ta kontakt' often implies using BankID or official apps when dealing with government agencies.
Use 'med'
Never forget the 'med'. It's the bridge between the action and the person.
Avoid 'Göra'
Never say 'göra kontakt'. It's the most common mistake for English speakers.
Signification
To reach out.
Use 'med'
Never forget the 'med'. It's the bridge between the action and the person.
Avoid 'Göra'
Never say 'göra kontakt'. It's the most common mistake for English speakers.
Digital First
In Sweden, taking contact via email or text is often seen as more polite than a cold call.
Teste-toi
Fill in the correct form of the verb 'ta' and the correct preposition.
Igår ______ jag kontakt ______ min chef.
The sentence refers to 'yesterday' (igår), so we need the past tense 'tog'. The correct preposition is always 'med'.
Which sentence is grammatically correct?
Choose the correct option:
'Ta kontakt med' is the standard collocation. 'Göra' is an English-ism, and 'till' is the wrong preposition.
Complete the dialogue with the appropriate phrase.
A: Hur kan jag få veta mer om kursen? B: Du borde ___________ med läraren.
'Ta kontakt' is the correct way to suggest reaching out for information.
Match the Swedish phrase with its English equivalent.
Match the following:
These are the standard translations for these related but distinct phrases.
In which situation would you most likely use 'ta kontakt'?
Select the best situation:
'Ta kontakt' is specifically for initiating communication.
🎉 Score : /5
Aides visuelles
Ta vs Ha vs Hålla
Banque d exercices
5 exercicesIgår ______ jag kontakt ______ min chef.
The sentence refers to 'yesterday' (igår), so we need the past tense 'tog'. The correct preposition is always 'med'.
Choose the correct option:
'Ta kontakt med' is the standard collocation. 'Göra' is an English-ism, and 'till' is the wrong preposition.
A: Hur kan jag få veta mer om kursen? B: Du borde ___________ med läraren.
'Ta kontakt' is the correct way to suggest reaching out for information.
Associez chaque element a gauche avec son pair a droite :
These are the standard translations for these related but distinct phrases.
Select the best situation:
'Ta kontakt' is specifically for initiating communication.
🎉 Score : /5
Questions fréquentes
10 questionsIt is neutral. You can use it with your boss or your friends.
No, always use 'med'.
The past tense is 'tog kontakt'.
Yes, but 'ta kontakt' is more common in spoken Swedish.
No, use 'röra' or 'vidröra' for physical contact.
Use 'hålla kontakten'.
Usually 'ta kontakt' (indefinite).
Yes, it's the perfect phrase for networking.
It means you are trying to reach someone who is hard to find.
It's more casual and friendly. Use 'ta kontakt' for more purposeful outreach.
Expressions liées
höra av sig
similarto let someone hear from you
hålla kontakten
builds onto stay in touch
kontakta
synonymto contact
söka kontakt
specialized formto seek contact
tappa kontakten
contrastto lose touch
