Signification
To keep oneself from getting ill.
Contexte culturel
The concept of 'friskvårdsbidrag' is a tax-free benefit where employers give money to employees to spend on activities that help them 'hålla sig friska', like gym memberships or massages. During 'Vabruari' (February, the peak month for sick children), the phrase is used constantly as a survival goal for parents. There is a strong belief that 'det finns inget dåligt väder, bara dåliga kläder' (there is no bad weather, only bad clothes). Being outside in the cold is seen as a way to 'hålla sig frisk'. The 'hälsofika' (healthy coffee break) is a modern trend where traditional sweets are replaced with nuts or fruit to help the office 'hålla sig friska'.
The 'Sig' Rule
Always remember to change 'sig' to match the person. It's the most common mistake for A2 learners!
Winter Wishes
In Sweden, wishing someone to 'hålla sig frisk' in November is as common as saying 'have a nice day'.
Signification
To keep oneself from getting ill.
The 'Sig' Rule
Always remember to change 'sig' to match the person. It's the most common mistake for A2 learners!
Winter Wishes
In Sweden, wishing someone to 'hålla sig frisk' in November is as common as saying 'have a nice day'.
Plural Agreement
If you are talking about 'vi' (we) or 'ni' (you all), don't forget the 'a' at the end of 'friska'.
Teste-toi
Fill in the correct reflexive pronoun and adjective form.
Vi dricker mycket juice för att hålla ___ ______.
Since the subject is 'Vi' (we), the reflexive pronoun must be 'oss' and the adjective must be plural 'friska'.
Which sentence is correct?
How do you say 'I want to stay healthy'?
'Hålla mig frisk' is the standard way to say 'stay healthy'. 'Bli frisk' means 'get well'.
Complete the dialogue.
A: Hoppas att du ______ ___ _____ i vinter! B: Tack, jag ska försöka äta mycket vitaminer.
Person A is wishing Person B well, so they use 'du' and 'dig'.
Match the phrase to the situation.
When would you say 'Håll er friska!'?
'Håll er friska' is a plural wish to stay healthy, perfect for saying goodbye to a group.
🎉 Score : /4
Aides visuelles
Reflexive Pronoun Agreement
Singular
- • Jag håller mig frisk
- • Du håller dig frisk
- • Han/Hon håller sig frisk
Plural
- • Vi håller oss friska
- • Ni håller er friska
- • De håller sig friska
Banque d exercices
4 exercicesVi dricker mycket juice för att hålla ___ ______.
Since the subject is 'Vi' (we), the reflexive pronoun must be 'oss' and the adjective must be plural 'friska'.
How do you say 'I want to stay healthy'?
'Hålla mig frisk' is the standard way to say 'stay healthy'. 'Bli frisk' means 'get well'.
A: Hoppas att du ______ ___ _____ i vinter! B: Tack, jag ska försöka äta mycket vitaminer.
Person A is wishing Person B well, so they use 'du' and 'dig'.
When would you say 'Håll er friska!'?
'Håll er friska' is a plural wish to stay healthy, perfect for saying goodbye to a group.
🎉 Score : /4
Questions fréquentes
10 questionsIt's grammatically possible but sounds unnatural. 'Hålla mig frisk' is the standard collocation.
'Kry' is often used for elderly people or to mean 'vigorous'. 'Håll dig frisk och kry' is a common set phrase.
No, it's neutral. You can use it with your boss or your best friend.
The past tense is 'höll'. Example: 'Jag höll mig frisk hela förra året.'
It's a historical pronunciation shift that became standard in spoken Swedish, though the spelling remains 'sig'.
Yes, you can say 'hålla sig psykiskt frisk', though 'må bra' is more common for mental well-being.
It literally means 'health care' in a preventative sense (wellness).
It depends on the subject. 'Han håller sig frisk' (singular) vs 'De håller sig friska' (plural).
Yes, 'Vi vill hålla hunden frisk'.
It's a slang term for February, when many parents are home with sick children and everyone is trying to 'hålla sig frisk'.
Expressions liées
må bra
similarto feel good/well
bli frisk
contrastto get well
hålla igång
builds onto keep active
sköta om sig
similarto take care of oneself
friskvård
specialized formwellness/preventative care
