Significado
Living without excessive planning.
Contexto cultural
The phrase is central to the concept of 'Svensk sommar' (Swedish summer), where the rigid punctuality of the winter months is abandoned for a few weeks of total freedom. In Norway, a similar mindset exists, often linked to 'Friluftsliv'. The idea is that nature dictates the pace, not the person. Related to 'Hygge'. Taking the day as it comes is a prerequisite for creating a truly 'hyggelig' atmosphere without stress. In international business contexts in Sweden, this phrase is sometimes used to describe 'Agile' working—being flexible and responding to change rather than following a rigid plan.
Use it to sound 'Swedish'
This is one of the most 'Swedish' things you can say. It shows you value your peace and quiet.
Not for work deadlines
Never say this to a project manager unless you want to be fired!
Significado
Living without excessive planning.
Use it to sound 'Swedish'
This is one of the most 'Swedish' things you can say. It shows you value your peace and quiet.
Not for work deadlines
Never say this to a project manager unless you want to be fired!
The 'Fika' connection
This phrase is the verbal equivalent of a long fika break.
Ponte a prueba
Fill in the missing words to complete the phrase.
Jag har inga planer för helgen, jag ska bara ta _______ som den _______.
The phrase requires the definite form 'dagen' and the present tense 'kommer'.
Which sentence is the most natural way to say you want to relax without plans?
A: Jag ska göra dagen som den kommer. B: Jag ska ta dagen som den kommer. C: Jag ska ta dagen hur den kommer.
B uses the correct verb 'ta' and the correct relative pronoun 'som'.
Match the situation to the most appropriate use of the phrase.
Situation: You are on a stress-free summer holiday in a small cottage.
This phrase is the perfect description of a relaxed Swedish summer holiday.
Complete the dialogue.
A: Ska vi boka bord på restaurangen nu? B: Nej, låt oss gå dit och se om det finns plats. Vi...
The present tense is used here to describe the plan for the immediate future.
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Ayudas visuales
Banco de ejercicios
4 ejerciciosJag har inga planer för helgen, jag ska bara ta _______ som den _______.
The phrase requires the definite form 'dagen' and the present tense 'kommer'.
A: Jag ska göra dagen som den kommer. B: Jag ska ta dagen som den kommer. C: Jag ska ta dagen hur den kommer.
B uses the correct verb 'ta' and the correct relative pronoun 'som'.
Situation: You are on a stress-free summer holiday in a small cottage.
This phrase is the perfect description of a relaxed Swedish summer holiday.
A: Ska vi boka bord på restaurangen nu? B: Nej, låt oss gå dit och se om det finns plats. Vi...
The present tense is used here to describe the plan for the immediate future.
🎉 Puntuación: /4
Preguntas frecuentes
10 preguntasNo, it's about mental flexibility and reducing stress, not necessarily about doing nothing.
Yes! 'Vi tog dagen som den kom' is very common when describing a past trip.
It's neutral to informal. You can use it with friends, but also with colleagues in a relaxed setting.
'Carpe Diem' is about seizing opportunities; this is about accepting the day's flow.
Yes, you can say 'ta veckan som den kommer', but 'dagen' is the standard idiom.
Yes, it is a universal Swedish expression used from Malmö to Kiruna.
Only if you are asked about how you handle stress or unexpected changes.
Because 'dag' is an 'en-word' (common gender), so the pronoun must be 'den'.
Yes, people often just say 'ta det som det kommer'.
Yes, many Swedish pop and dansband songs use this phrase in their lyrics.
Frases relacionadas
Fånga dagen
similarSeize the day
Ta det lugnt
builds onTake it easy
Leva i nuet
synonymLive in the moment
Se vad som händer
similarSee what happens
