Signification
Commenting on pleasant climate conditions.
Contexte culturel
Swedes have a concept called 'solvägg' (sun wall), where they stand against a wall to soak up the first spring sun. Saying 'Vädret är fint' is the standard greeting in this context. In Swedish offices, the 'fika' break is often moved outdoors if the weather is 'fint'. It is considered a valid reason to pause work briefly. Instagram and Facebook in Sweden see a massive spike in activity whenever the weather is 'fint', often accompanied by photos of coffee or nature. In rural areas, 'Vädret är fint' might lead to a longer discussion about crops or fishing, whereas in cities, it's a quick social acknowledgment.
Add 'eller hur'
Add 'eller hur?' (right?) to the end to turn it into a question and invite the other person to speak.
Watch the 't'
Don't forget the 't' in 'fint'. Saying 'vädret är fin' sounds very 'foreign' to Swedish ears.
Signification
Commenting on pleasant climate conditions.
Add 'eller hur'
Add 'eller hur?' (right?) to the end to turn it into a question and invite the other person to speak.
Watch the 't'
Don't forget the 't' in 'fint'. Saying 'vädret är fin' sounds very 'foreign' to Swedish ears.
The Sincerity
When a Swede says this, they usually mean it. Don't be afraid to stop and look at the sky with them for a second.
Teste-toi
Choose the correct form of the adjective to complete the sentence.
Vädret är ____ idag.
'Väder' is a neuter (ett) noun, so the adjective must end in -t.
Fill in the missing word to make the sentence 'The weather is nice'.
______ är fint.
We use the definite form 'Vädret' when talking about the current weather.
Complete the dialogue with the most natural response.
Person A: Hej! Vilken sol vi har idag! Person B: Ja, ________.
Commenting on the weather is the natural response to a comment about the sun.
Match the phrase to the correct situation.
When would you say 'Vädret är fint'?
It's a social icebreaker used during pleasant weather.
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Aides visuelles
When to use 'Vädret är fint'
Social
- • Bus stop
- • Elevator
- • Office
Personal
- • Diary
- • Phone call
Banque d exercices
4 exercicesVädret är ____ idag.
'Väder' is a neuter (ett) noun, so the adjective must end in -t.
______ är fint.
We use the definite form 'Vädret' when talking about the current weather.
Person A: Hej! Vilken sol vi har idag! Person B: Ja, ________.
Commenting on the weather is the natural response to a comment about the sun.
When would you say 'Vädret är fint'?
It's a social icebreaker used during pleasant weather.
🎉 Score : /4
Questions fréquentes
5 questionsNo. 'Snyggt' is for people, clothes, or design. For weather, always use 'fint' or 'vackert'.
Not at all! It's a perfect way to start a meeting while waiting for everyone to join.
Because you are talking about 'the' specific weather happening right now.
You can still say 'Vädret är fint', but you might add 'men det är kallt' (but it is cold).
Yes, from Malmö to Kiruna, this is the universal icebreaker.
Expressions liées
Solen skiner
similarThe sun is shining
Det är vackert väder
synonymIt is beautiful weather
Härligt väder
similarLovely weather
Vilket pangväder
specialized formWhat fantastic weather
Dåligt väder
contrastBad weather
