B1 Expression 正式

vara vid gott mod

be in good spirits

意思

To feel optimistic and happy.

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文化背景

The phrase reflects the 'stoisk' (stoic) nature of Swedish culture, where maintaining composure in adversity is highly valued. It is a staple of 19th and early 20th-century Swedish literature, often used to describe heroes or resilient peasants. Historically, it was a common phrase among sailors and in naval commands to maintain discipline and hope. In modern Swedish offices, it's used during 'omorganisation' (reorganization) to keep morale high without sounding overly emotional.

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The 'Ett' Rule

Always remember 'mod' is an 'ett' word. This will help you remember it's 'gott' and not 'god'.

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Don't say 'i'

English speakers often say 'i gott mod' (in good spirits). In Swedish, it's always 'vid'.

意思

To feel optimistic and happy.

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The 'Ett' Rule

Always remember 'mod' is an 'ett' word. This will help you remember it's 'gott' and not 'god'.

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Don't say 'i'

English speakers often say 'i gott mod' (in good spirits). In Swedish, it's always 'vid'.

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Imperative Power

Use 'Var vid gott mod!' as a powerful, sincere way to end a supportive email or letter.

自我测试

Fill in the missing preposition and adjective form.

Trots problemen var hon ______ ______ mod.

✓ 正确! ✗ 不太对。 正确答案: vid gott

The phrase always uses 'vid' and the neuter form 'gott'.

Which sentence is the most appropriate for a formal speech?

The speaker wants to encourage the citizens.

✓ 正确! ✗ 不太对。 正确答案: Jag hoppas ni är vid gott mod.

'Vid gott mod' is the most dignified and formal choice for a speech.

Match the Swedish phrase with its English equivalent.

Match the following:

✓ 正确! ✗ 不太对。 正确答案: Vara vid gott mod : Be of good cheer

These are the closest semantic matches.

Complete the dialogue with the correct form.

A: Jag är så orolig för provet. B: Äsch, ______ ______ ______ ______!

✓ 正确! ✗ 不太对。 正确答案: var vid gott mod

The imperative form 'var' is used for giving commands or encouragement.

In which situation would you NOT use 'vara vid gott mod'?

Select the inappropriate situation.

✓ 正确! ✗ 不太对。 正确答案: Winning a game of rock-paper-scissors

The phrase is too formal and serious for a trivial game.

🎉 得分: /5

视觉学习工具

Mod vs. Humör

Mod (Spirit)
Deep resilience Djup resiliens
Long-term Långsiktigt
Humör (Mood)
Temporary feeling Tillfällig känsla
Short-term Kortsiktigt

练习题库

5 练习
Fill in the missing preposition and adjective form. Fill Blank B1

Trots problemen var hon ______ ______ mod.

✓ 正确! ✗ 不太对。 正确答案: vid gott

The phrase always uses 'vid' and the neuter form 'gott'.

Which sentence is the most appropriate for a formal speech? Choose B1

The speaker wants to encourage the citizens.

✓ 正确! ✗ 不太对。 正确答案: Jag hoppas ni är vid gott mod.

'Vid gott mod' is the most dignified and formal choice for a speech.

Match the Swedish phrase with its English equivalent. Match B1

将左侧的每个项目与右侧的配对匹配:

✓ 正确! ✗ 不太对。 正确答案: Vara vid gott mod : Be of good cheer

These are the closest semantic matches.

Complete the dialogue with the correct form. dialogue_completion B1

A: Jag är så orolig för provet. B: Äsch, ______ ______ ______ ______!

✓ 正确! ✗ 不太对。 正确答案: var vid gott mod

The imperative form 'var' is used for giving commands or encouragement.

In which situation would you NOT use 'vara vid gott mod'? situation_matching B1

Select the inappropriate situation.

✓ 正确! ✗ 不太对。 正确答案: Winning a game of rock-paper-scissors

The phrase is too formal and serious for a trivial game.

🎉 得分: /5

常见问题

10 个问题

A little bit, but in a good way. It sounds dignified and sincere, not obsolete. It's still used in news and formal speech.

Yes! 'Jag är vid gott mod' is a common way to say you're doing okay despite challenges.

'Mod' is your deeper spirit or courage. 'Humör' is your temporary mood (happy, sad, angry).

It's an old grammatical construction. Just like 'vid liv' (alive), 'vid' is used for certain states of being.

It's grammatically possible but rare. Usually, we use 'modfälld' or 'nedstämd' for the negative.

Yes, especially by leaders during difficult times to encourage their team.

It sounds like the English word 'mood', not 'mod' as in 'modern'.

You can, but they might find 'Håll modet uppe' easier to understand.

Yes, many Swedish hymns and older folk songs use this phrase.

Not exactly. It means 'stay positive and brave'. It's about the spirit, not just the action.

相关表达

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hålla modet uppe

similar

To keep one's spirits up

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vid gott kurage

synonym

In good heart/bravery

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modfälld

contrast

Disheartened / dejected

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tappa modet

contrast

To lose heart

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