Meaning
To work very hard without achieving results.
Cultural Background
Swedes value pragmatism. This phrase is a common way to signal that you are aware your current path is not pragmatic.
Use it to vent
It's a great way to express frustration without sounding aggressive.
Meaning
To work very hard without achieving results.
Use it to vent
It's a great way to express frustration without sounding aggressive.
Test Yourself
Fill in the correct reflexive pronoun.
Jag har stångat ___ blodig med den här koden.
Since the subject is 'Jag', the reflexive pronoun must be 'mig'.
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Visual Learning Aids
Practice Bank
1 exercisesJag har stångat ___ blodig med den här koden.
Since the subject is 'Jag', the reflexive pronoun must be 'mig'.
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Frequently Asked Questions
1 questionsNo, it is strictly figurative for mental or work-related frustration.
Related Phrases
Köra huvudet i väggen
synonymTo hit one's head against the wall
