Signification
To feel optimistic and happy.
Contexte culturel
The phrase reflects the 'stoisk' (stoic) nature of Swedish culture, where maintaining composure in adversity is highly valued. It is a staple of 19th and early 20th-century Swedish literature, often used to describe heroes or resilient peasants. Historically, it was a common phrase among sailors and in naval commands to maintain discipline and hope. In modern Swedish offices, it's used during 'omorganisation' (reorganization) to keep morale high without sounding overly emotional.
The 'Ett' Rule
Always remember 'mod' is an 'ett' word. This will help you remember it's 'gott' and not 'god'.
Don't say 'i'
English speakers often say 'i gott mod' (in good spirits). In Swedish, it's always 'vid'.
Signification
To feel optimistic and happy.
The 'Ett' Rule
Always remember 'mod' is an 'ett' word. This will help you remember it's 'gott' and not 'god'.
Don't say 'i'
English speakers often say 'i gott mod' (in good spirits). In Swedish, it's always 'vid'.
Imperative Power
Use 'Var vid gott mod!' as a powerful, sincere way to end a supportive email or letter.
Teste-toi
Fill in the missing preposition and adjective form.
Trots problemen var hon ______ ______ mod.
The phrase always uses 'vid' and the neuter form 'gott'.
Which sentence is the most appropriate for a formal speech?
The speaker wants to encourage the citizens.
'Vid gott mod' is the most dignified and formal choice for a speech.
Match the Swedish phrase with its English equivalent.
Match the following:
These are the closest semantic matches.
Complete the dialogue with the correct form.
A: Jag är så orolig för provet. B: Äsch, ______ ______ ______ ______!
The imperative form 'var' is used for giving commands or encouragement.
In which situation would you NOT use 'vara vid gott mod'?
Select the inappropriate situation.
The phrase is too formal and serious for a trivial game.
🎉 Score : /5
Aides visuelles
Mod vs. Humör
Banque d exercices
5 exercicesTrots problemen var hon ______ ______ mod.
The phrase always uses 'vid' and the neuter form 'gott'.
The speaker wants to encourage the citizens.
'Vid gott mod' is the most dignified and formal choice for a speech.
Associez chaque element a gauche avec son pair a droite :
These are the closest semantic matches.
A: Jag är så orolig för provet. B: Äsch, ______ ______ ______ ______!
The imperative form 'var' is used for giving commands or encouragement.
Select the inappropriate situation.
The phrase is too formal and serious for a trivial game.
🎉 Score : /5
Questions fréquentes
10 questionsA little bit, but in a good way. It sounds dignified and sincere, not obsolete. It's still used in news and formal speech.
Yes! 'Jag är vid gott mod' is a common way to say you're doing okay despite challenges.
'Mod' is your deeper spirit or courage. 'Humör' is your temporary mood (happy, sad, angry).
It's an old grammatical construction. Just like 'vid liv' (alive), 'vid' is used for certain states of being.
It's grammatically possible but rare. Usually, we use 'modfälld' or 'nedstämd' for the negative.
Yes, especially by leaders during difficult times to encourage their team.
It sounds like the English word 'mood', not 'mod' as in 'modern'.
You can, but they might find 'Håll modet uppe' easier to understand.
Yes, many Swedish hymns and older folk songs use this phrase.
Not exactly. It means 'stay positive and brave'. It's about the spirit, not just the action.
Expressions liées
hålla modet uppe
similarTo keep one's spirits up
vid gott kurage
synonymIn good heart/bravery
modfälld
contrastDisheartened / dejected
tappa modet
contrastTo lose heart
