Significado
A casual way to say goodbye.
Contexto cultural
The 'Vi ses' culture is tied to the Swedish concept of 'fika'. It's a low-pressure way to ensure the social cycle continues. In Finland-Swedish, 'Vi ses' is just as common, but you might also hear 'Vi råkas' (We'll happen upon each other/meet). In Swedish gaming and Discord culture, 'ses' is often used as a sign-off, sometimes spelled 'ses' or even 'ss' in very fast chat. Swedes value flat hierarchies. Saying 'Vi ses' to a manager is perfectly normal and shows a healthy, egalitarian work environment.
The 'Då' Trick
Add 'då' (Vi ses då!) to sound 100% more native when you've just made a plan.
Don't translate 'See you'
Never say 'Se dig'. It's the most common beginner mistake and sounds very unnatural.
Significado
A casual way to say goodbye.
The 'Då' Trick
Add 'då' (Vi ses då!) to sound 100% more native when you've just made a plan.
Don't translate 'See you'
Never say 'Se dig'. It's the most common beginner mistake and sounds very unnatural.
The Phone Rule
Always use 'Vi hörs' if you are ending a call. Using 'Vi ses' on the phone is a classic 'foreigner' giveaway.
Teste-se
Fill in the missing word to say 'See you tomorrow'.
Vi ___ imorgon!
The reciprocal form 'ses' is needed for the goodbye expression.
Match the phrase to the correct situation.
Which phrase would you use when leaving a phone call?
'Vi hörs' (We'll hear each other) is used for phone/audio communication.
Complete the dialogue between two friends.
Anna: 'Tack för idag!' Erik: 'Tack själv. ___!'
'Vi ses' is the natural response to a parting 'Tack för idag'.
Which sentence is grammatically correct for 'We saw each other yesterday'?
Välj rätt mening:
'Sågs' is the past tense reciprocal form of 'se'.
🎉 Pontuação: /4
Recursos visuais
Banco de exercicios
4 exerciciosVi ___ imorgon!
The reciprocal form 'ses' is needed for the goodbye expression.
Which phrase would you use when leaving a phone call?
'Vi hörs' (We'll hear each other) is used for phone/audio communication.
Anna: 'Tack för idag!' Erik: 'Tack själv. ___!'
'Vi ses' is the natural response to a parting 'Tack för idag'.
Välj rätt mening:
'Sågs' is the past tense reciprocal form of 'se'.
🎉 Pontuação: /4
Perguntas frequentes
12 perguntasIt's neutral. You can use it with friends, family, and colleagues.
Yes, it's perfectly acceptable in Swedish work culture.
'Vi ses' is for meeting in person. 'Vi hörs' is for talking on the phone or via email.
Simply say 'Vi ses!' or 'Ja, vi ses!' back.
Not strictly, but it implies a friendly intention to do so.
Yes, in casual or semi-formal emails to people you know.
The past tense is 'Vi sågs' (We saw each other).
The 's' makes the verb reciprocal, meaning 'each other'.
Yes, it's a very common short version in casual speech and texting.
Usually no, unless you expect to meet them again (like a regular shopkeeper).
Both are fine. 'Snart' just adds 'soon'.
Use a simple 'Hej då' instead.
Frases relacionadas
Vi hörs
similarWe'll hear from each other
Vi träffas
builds onWe meet
Hejdå
synonymGoodbye
Vi ses snart
specialized formSee you soon
Vi ses sen
specialized formSee you later
