C1 Idiom ニュートラル

hålla i tyglarna

keep the reins

意味

To be in control of a situation.

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文化的背景

Swedes value flat hierarchies, so this phrase is used to clarify who is responsible without implying a 'dictator' role. Sweden has a long history of cavalry and farming, making horse metaphors very common in the language. In Swedish business, 'holding the reins' is seen as a supportive role, not just a power role. It is now used for everything from software projects to household chores.

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Definite form

Always use 'tyglarna' (plural definite). Never use 'tyglar' (indefinite).

意味

To be in control of a situation.

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Definite form

Always use 'tyglarna' (plural definite). Never use 'tyglar' (indefinite).

自分をテスト

Fill in the blank with the correct phrase.

När chefen är borta är det jag som ____.

✓ 正解! ✗ おしい! 正解: håller i tyglarna

The idiom is 'hålla i tyglarna' (to be in control).

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1 問題
Fill in the blank with the correct phrase. Fill Blank B1

När chefen är borta är det jag som ____.

✓ 正解! ✗ おしい! 正解: håller i tyglarna

The idiom is 'hålla i tyglarna' (to be in control).

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よくある質問

1 問

Yes, but it sounds a bit formal or humorous.

関連フレーズ

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Styra skutan

similar

To steer the ship.

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Ta kommandot

similar

To take command.

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