Significado
Performing a task well.
Contexto cultural
The concept of 'Yrkesstolthet' (professional pride) means that doing a good job is seen as a reward in itself. Swedes often value quality over speed. Feedback in Swedish workplaces is often 'lagom'—not too much, not too little. 'Göra ett bra jobb' is a solid, respected compliment. The 'Fika' break is a common place for informal praise. It's less formal than a scheduled meeting. Jantelagen (The Law of Jante) suggests you shouldn't think you are better than anyone else, so 'göra ett bra jobb' is a safe way to praise without making someone feel 'above' the group.
The 'Ett' Rule
Always remember 'ett jobb'. If you say 'en jobb', Swedes will understand you, but it's a very obvious learner mistake.
Don't Overdo It
In Sweden, constant excessive praise can sometimes feel insincere. Use 'bra jobb' when it's actually earned.
Significado
Performing a task well.
The 'Ett' Rule
Always remember 'ett jobb'. If you say 'en jobb', Swedes will understand you, but it's a very obvious learner mistake.
Don't Overdo It
In Sweden, constant excessive praise can sometimes feel insincere. Use 'bra jobb' when it's actually earned.
Use Adverbs
Add 'verkligen' (really) to make the compliment feel more personal: 'Du gör verkligen ett bra jobb'.
Teste-se
Fill in the missing article and adjective.
Han gör ___ ___ jobb på kontoret.
'Jobb' is an ett-word and 'bra' is the standard adjective.
Which sentence is the most natural way to praise a friend?
Your friend just finished painting their room. What do you say?
'Bra jobbat!' or 'Snyggt jobbat!' are the most natural informal praises.
Match the Swedish phrase with its English equivalent.
Match the pairs:
These are common work-related collocations.
Complete the dialogue.
A: Tack för hjälpen med datorn! B: Inga problem! A: Du ___ verkligen ett bra jobb.
The help was already provided, so we use the preteritum (past tense).
Match the phrase to the context.
Where would you most likely hear 'Gör ett bra jobb nu!'?
It's a phrase of encouragement before a task.
🎉 Pontuação: /5
Recursos visuais
Formal vs Informal Praise
Banco de exercicios
5 exerciciosHan gör ___ ___ jobb på kontoret.
'Jobb' is an ett-word and 'bra' is the standard adjective.
Your friend just finished painting their room. What do you say?
'Bra jobbat!' or 'Snyggt jobbat!' are the most natural informal praises.
Combine cada item a esquerda com seu par a direita:
These are common work-related collocations.
A: Tack för hjälpen med datorn! B: Inga problem! A: Du ___ verkligen ett bra jobb.
The help was already provided, so we use the preteritum (past tense).
Where would you most likely hear 'Gör ett bra jobb nu!'?
It's a phrase of encouragement before a task.
🎉 Pontuação: /5
Perguntas frequentes
14 perguntasYes, but it sounds more formal. It's better for written reports than for talking to a colleague.
Almost! 'Bra jobbat' is a short exclamation (Good job!), while 'Göra ett bra jobb' is the full phrase used in sentences.
You can say 'göra ett dåligt jobb' or 'missköta sitt jobb'.
Absolutely. If someone fixes a bike or cooks a meal, you can use it.
The adjective 'bra' is indeclinable. It never changes, which is a lucky break for learners!
Yes, if you feel they have handled a situation well, it's a nice thing to say, though usually, it goes from boss to employee.
Use 'Du gjorde ett jättebra jobb' or 'Du gjorde ett fantastiskt jobb'.
No, it can mean any task or responsibility.
'Göra' is 'to do/make' (common), while 'utföra' is 'to execute/perform' (formal).
No! That means 'You are a good job'. You must use the verb 'göra'.
It's informal, but very common in offices. It's not 'street' slang.
Start with a 'y' sound, like 'yuh-rah'. The 'g' is never hard like in 'goat'.
Yes, it's very common. Often shortened to 'Bra jobb!' or 'Snyggt!'.
Yes, it is used in the same way in Finland.
Frases relacionadas
Bra jobbat
similarGood work / Well done
Snyggt jobbat
similarNice work
Göra sitt bästa
builds onTo do one's best
Sköta sig
similarTo behave/handle oneself well
Göra en insats
specialized formTo make an effort/contribution
Slarva
contrastTo be careless
