Meaning
To return to a topic.
Cultural Background
Swedes value 'lagom' (just the right amount) in conversation; don't over-explain when returning to a thread. Similar to Sweden, silence is respected, so 'ta upp tråden' is a welcome way to break a long pause. Very similar usage to Swedish. Also uses the thread metaphor.
Use with 'där vi slutade'
Adding 'där vi slutade' (where we left off) makes the phrase sound very natural.
Meaning
To return to a topic.
Use with 'där vi slutade'
Adding 'där vi slutade' (where we left off) makes the phrase sound very natural.
Test Yourself
Fill in the missing part of the phrase.
Vi måste _____ tråden där vi slutade.
The idiom is 'ta upp tråden'.
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Visual Learning Aids
Practice Bank
1 exercisesVi måste _____ tråden där vi slutade.
The idiom is 'ta upp tråden'.
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Frequently Asked Questions
1 questionsYes, it shows you are organized and focused.
Related Phrases
tappa tråden
contrastTo lose the thread
knuta ihop säcken
builds onTo tie up the bag
