Meaning
To defend or support someone or something.
Cultural Background
Swedes value consensus, so using this phrase is a way to signal that you are breaking that consensus for a good reason. The idiom is understood across most of Europe due to the shared history of chivalry. In Swedish universities, this phrase is often used by students defending their thesis or a specific theory. Politicians use it to show they are fighting for their constituents.
Use it sparingly
This is a strong idiom. Don't use it in every sentence or it loses its impact.
Context is key
Only use it when there is actual opposition or a debate. It's not for simple agreement.
Meaning
To defend or support someone or something.
Use it sparingly
This is a strong idiom. Don't use it in every sentence or it loses its impact.
Context is key
Only use it when there is actual opposition or a debate. It's not for simple agreement.
Test Yourself
Fill in the correct preposition.
Hon valde att dra en lans ___ sin kollega.
The idiom is 'dra en lans för'.
What does this phrase mean?
Vad betyder 'dra en lans för'?
It means to defend or support someone.
Complete the dialogue.
A: Alla kritiserar mitt förslag. B: Oroa dig inte, jag ska _________.
You need to support the proposal.
🎉 Score: /3
Visual Learning Aids
Practice Bank
3 exercisesHon valde att dra en lans ___ sin kollega.
The idiom is 'dra en lans för'.
Vad betyder 'dra en lans för'?
It means to defend or support someone.
A: Alla kritiserar mitt förslag. B: Oroa dig inte, jag ska _________.
You need to support the proposal.
🎉 Score: /3
Frequently Asked Questions
3 questionsOnly if you are being dramatic or joking. It's usually too formal for casual talk.
No, you can draw a lance for ideas, projects, or causes too.
You will be saying you are attacking them, which is the opposite of what you want.
Related Phrases
Ta strid för
synonymTo take up the fight for
Stå upp för
similarTo stand up for
Backa upp
similarTo back up
Tala för någons sak
similarTo speak for someone's cause
