Signification
Inviting someone to sit.
Contexte culturel
The phrase is central to the debate about 'Jantelagen'. Modern Swedes use 'ta plats' to encourage individualism in a historically collectivist society. In meetings, 'ta plats' signals the transition from 'fika' (socializing) to work. It's a soft but clear command from the leader. The specific phrasing 'tar plats vid perrongen' is iconic and part of the 'soundtrack' of Swedish travel. Performers 'tar plats' on stage, which implies both physical positioning and the mental preparation to be the center of attention.
The 'Varsågod' Rule
Always pair 'ta plats' with 'varsågod' when hosting. It makes you sound much more polite and native.
Don't use for events
Remember: A meeting 'tar plats' (people sit), but a concert 'äger rum' (it happens).
Signification
Inviting someone to sit.
The 'Varsågod' Rule
Always pair 'ta plats' with 'varsågod' when hosting. It makes you sound much more polite and native.
Don't use for events
Remember: A meeting 'tar plats' (people sit), but a concert 'äger rum' (it happens).
The Assertiveness Nuance
If someone says you 'tar plats', it can be a compliment (you are confident) or a subtle critique (you are loud). Check their body language!
Jantelagen
In Sweden, 'ta plats' is a positive thing in modern education, but older generations might still value 'att inte ta för mycket plats'.
Teste-toi
Fill in the missing word in this common invitation.
Varsågod och ___ plats!
The standard phrase is 'ta plats'. 'Gör plats' would mean 'make room'.
Which sentence is a formal announcement at a train station?
Select the correct option:
In formal transport contexts, 'tar plats' is the standard way to say the vehicle is arriving/positioning.
Match the meaning of 'ta plats' to the situation.
Situation: A teacher telling a shy student to participate more.
In this context, 'ta plats' means to be heard and active in the group.
Complete the dialogue.
A: Välkomna hem till oss! B: Tack! A: ___
'Ta plats' is the natural way to invite someone to sit on the sofa.
🎉 Score : /4
Aides visuelles
Three Faces of 'Ta Plats'
Hospitality
- • Dinner guests
- • Office visitors
- • Cafe customers
Formal
- • Train arrivals
- • Theater starts
- • Meetings
Metaphorical
- • Confidence
- • Equality
- • Participation
Banque d exercices
4 exercicesVarsågod och ___ plats!
The standard phrase is 'ta plats'. 'Gör plats' would mean 'make room'.
Select the correct option:
In formal transport contexts, 'tar plats' is the standard way to say the vehicle is arriving/positioning.
Situation: A teacher telling a shy student to participate more.
In this context, 'ta plats' means to be heard and active in the group.
A: Välkomna hem till oss! B: Tack! A: ___
'Ta plats' is the natural way to invite someone to sit on the sofa.
🎉 Score : /4
Questions fréquentes
10 questionsIt is neutral. It's polite enough for a job interview but casual enough for a friend's house.
You can, but it sounds more like you are choosing a specific seat in a theater rather than the general act of sitting down.
The past tense is 'tog plats'. For example: 'Vi tog plats i bussen'.
No. For 'to take place' (happen), use 'äga rum'.
Yes, if you are inviting them into your office, 'Varsågod och ta plats' is perfect.
'Sitt ner' is a direct command. 'Ta plats' is more of an invitation to occupy the space.
No, for a dog you would just say 'Sitt!' or 'Ligg!'. 'Ta plats' is for humans.
You say 'ta för mycket plats'.
Yes, the phrase remains 'ta plats' even if you are talking to many people. 'Vänligen ta plats' (Everyone, please take your seats).
It means 'to dare to be seen/heard' or to have social courage.
Expressions liées
Slå sig ner
synonymTo sit down/settle in
Göra plats
contrastTo make room
Ta för sig
similarTo help oneself / be assertive
Inta en position
specialized formTo take a position
Sätta sig
similarTo sit down
