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A2 adverb 1 min de lecture

delvis

When you want to say that something is true, but not completely true, you use delvis. It means 'partially' or 'to some extent'.

For example, if a glass is half full, you could say it's delvis full. Or if you understand some of a conversation, you understand it delvis.

Think of it as saying 'a part of' or 'not entirely'. It helps you be more precise in your descriptions.

Entraîne-toi

Let's talk about 'delvis'. It's an adverb in Swedish that you'll hear and use a lot. Think of it as meaning 'partially' or 'to some extent'. It's a handy word for when something isn't completely true or isn't done completely. We'll look at how to use it and how it compares to some other words you might encounter.

§ What 'delvis' means

Definition: Partially or to some extent.

When you say something is 'delvis', you're saying it's not whole or not complete. It implies that there's still more to it, or that only a part of it applies.

§ How to use 'delvis'

You'll use 'delvis' to modify verbs, adjectives, or even whole sentences to show that something is only partially true or done.

Vägen är delvis

Here, 'delvis' tells you that not the entire road is closed, just a part of it.

Jag förstår delvis

In this example, it means you don't fully understand, but you get some of it.

§ Similar words and when to use 'delvis' vs alternatives

There are a few words in Swedish that have similar meanings to 'delvis', but they aren't always interchangeable. Understanding the nuances will help you sound more natural.

'Lite' (a little, a bit): While 'lite' can sometimes imply a partial amount, it's generally more about quantity or a small degree. 'Delvis' is more about the completeness of something.

Jag är delvis

Here, 'delvis nöjd' means you're satisfied, but not completely. If you said 'Jag är lite nöjd', it would imply that your satisfaction is low, rather than incomplete.

'Viss del' (a certain part): This phrase explicitly refers to a physical or conceptual part. 'Delvis' is an adverb that describes how something is done or its state.

En viss del

You wouldn't say 'rapporten är delvis saknas' in the same way. 'Delvis' would describe the missing state, not the missing part itself.

'I viss mån' (to a certain extent): This phrase is very close in meaning to 'delvis' and can often be used interchangeably. However, 'i viss mån' can sometimes carry a slightly more formal or nuanced tone. 'Delvis' is more direct and common in everyday speech.

Han har delvis

Han har rätt i viss mån. (He is right to a certain extent.)

Both sentences convey a similar meaning. 'Delvis' is usually the more straightforward choice.

§ Common phrases with 'delvis'

'Delvis överens' (partially agreed): Used when there's an agreement, but not on every point.
'Delvis sant' (partially true): When something is not entirely factual.
'Delvis molnigt' (partially cloudy): A common weather forecast term.

Det var delvis

Understanding 'delvis' will definitely help you express yourself more accurately in Swedish. Practice using it in different contexts, and you'll get the hang of it quickly.

Niveau de difficulté

Lecture 1/5

Short and common.

Écriture 1/5

Straightforward spelling.

Expression orale 1/5

Common pronunciation, no tricky sounds.

Écoute 1/5

Common in everyday speech.

Quoi apprendre ensuite

Prérequis

en del (a part) vis (way/manner - less direct connection but helps with understanding compounds)

Apprends ensuite

nästan (almost) helt (completely) ungefär (approximately)

Avancé

i viss mån (to a certain extent) till viss del (to a certain degree)

Souvent confondu avec

delvis vs helt

'Helt' means 'completely' or 'entirely,' which is the opposite of 'delvis'.

delvis vs aldrig

'Aldrig' means 'never,' which is the opposite of 'delvis' if you think of 'delvis' as 'sometimes' or 'to some extent' in time.

delvis vs alltid

'Alltid' means 'always,' which is the opposite of 'delvis' when 'delvis' implies not always.

Facile à confondre

delvis vs nästan

'Nästan' means 'almost,' which is close to 'partially' but not the same. Learners might mix them up when trying to express something that is not fully complete.

'Delvis' implies a portion or section, while 'nästan' implies being very close to a complete state but not quite there.

Huset är nästan klart. (The house is almost finished.)

delvis vs ibland

While 'delvis' relates to amount, 'ibland' relates to frequency. A learner might incorrectly use 'ibland' to mean 'partially' if they are thinking of 'sometimes' in a figurative sense of 'some part of the time.'

'Delvis' refers to a part of something, whereas 'ibland' refers to something happening at certain times but not always.

Jag äter ibland fisk. (I sometimes eat fish.)

delvis vs lite

'Lite' means 'a little' or 'a bit,' which can be similar to 'partially.' The confusion arises because both indicate a non-whole amount.

'Delvis' suggests a portion or segment of something larger, often implying a division. 'Lite' generally refers to a small quantity or amount without necessarily implying a division.

Jag vill ha lite mjölk. (I want a little milk.)

delvis vs ungefär

'Ungefär' means 'approximately.' Learners might use it incorrectly when trying to say something is partially done, mistaking the approximation for a partial state.

'Delvis' refers to a portion of something. 'Ungefär' refers to an estimation, not a part.

Det kostar ungefär hundra kronor. (It costs approximately one hundred kronor.)

delvis vs endast

'Endast' means 'only.' While both 'delvis' and 'endast' can limit something, they do so in different ways. 'Endast' specifies exclusivity, which can be confused with a partial amount.

'Delvis' indicates that something is a part of a whole. 'Endast' means 'no more than' or 'solely.'

Jag har endast en bok. (I only have one book.)