뜻
To rely on intuition.
문화적 배경
Swedes value 'konsensus' (consensus), but when a group is stuck, an individual might invoke their 'magkänsla' to break the deadlock. It is a socially acceptable way to express a preference that isn't yet backed by data. In Swedish startups (like Spotify or Klarna), 'magkänsla' is often discussed alongside 'data-driven decisions'. It is seen as the 'human element' that AI cannot yet replicate. Swedish schools encourage students to 'känna efter' (feel for themselves), which builds the foundation for trusting one's 'magkänsla' later in life. The Swedish police and emergency services often talk about 'erfarenhetsbaserad magkänsla' (experience-based gut feeling) as a legitimate tool in high-pressure situations.
The 'Sin' Rule
Always remember that 'sin' changes based on who is doing the trusting. If it's me, it's 'min'. If it's you, it's 'din'.
Don't over-rely
While Swedes respect 'magkänsla', using it as your only reason in a formal essay might seem weak. Pair it with 'erfarenhet' (experience).
뜻
To rely on intuition.
The 'Sin' Rule
Always remember that 'sin' changes based on who is doing the trusting. If it's me, it's 'min'. If it's you, it's 'din'.
Don't over-rely
While Swedes respect 'magkänsla', using it as your only reason in a formal essay might seem weak. Pair it with 'erfarenhet' (experience).
Compound Power
You can add adjectives: 'en dålig magkänsla' (a bad gut feeling) or 'en stark magkänsla' (a strong gut feeling).
셀프 테스트
Fill in the correct reflexive possessive pronoun (min, din, sin, vår).
Han valde att lita på ____ magkänsla.
Since the subject is 'Han' (he), we use the reflexive pronoun 'sin' to show it is his own gut feeling.
Which preposition is correct?
Jag litar alltid ____ min magkänsla.
The verb 'lita' always pairs with the preposition 'på'.
Match the situation to the best use of the phrase.
Situation: You are at a job interview and the candidate is perfect on paper, but you feel uneasy.
Magkänsla is often used as a warning sign to slow down or reconsider.
Complete the dialogue.
A: Ska du verkligen köpa den där gamla bilen? B: Ja, den ser fin ut och jag ____.
This is the standard way to express trusting your intuition in a decision.
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시각 학습 자료
Logic vs. Intuition
연습 문제 은행
4 연습 문제Han valde att lita på ____ magkänsla.
Since the subject is 'Han' (he), we use the reflexive pronoun 'sin' to show it is his own gut feeling.
Jag litar alltid ____ min magkänsla.
The verb 'lita' always pairs with the preposition 'på'.
Situation: You are at a job interview and the candidate is perfect on paper, but you feel uneasy.
Magkänsla is often used as a warning sign to slow down or reconsider.
A: Ska du verkligen köpa den där gamla bilen? B: Ja, den ser fin ut och jag ____.
This is the standard way to express trusting your intuition in a decision.
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자주 묻는 질문
10 질문It is always one word in Swedish. We love compound nouns!
Yes, 'lita till' is an older, more formal variant, but 'lita på' is much more common today.
'Magkänsla' is more common in daily speech and feels more physical. 'Intuition' is more formal and academic.
Yes, but explain *why* your gut says so, e.g., 'Baserat på min erfarenhet litar jag på min magkänsla'.
You say 'Jag har en dålig magkänsla'.
No, it can be a warning (bad feeling) or a positive nudge (good feeling).
Absolutely! It's very common for trivial decisions too.
It is 'magkänslor', but the phrase is almost always used in the singular.
No, it is a standard, neutral word used by everyone from children to the Prime Minister.
Prepositions are often arbitrary in languages. In Swedish, you trust 'on' (på) things/people.
관련 표현
gå på magkänsla
similarTo act based on a gut feeling.
ha fingertoppskänsla
specialized formTo have a great 'touch' or intuition for delicate situations.
lyssna på sin inre röst
synonymTo listen to one's inner voice.
tveka
contrastTo hesitate.
