Swedish

American  

[swee-dish] / ˈswi dɪʃ /

adjective

1. of or relating to Sweden, its inhabitants, or their language.

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noun

1. the people of Sweden collectively.

2. a Germanic language, the language of Sweden and parts of Finland, closely related to Danish and Norwegian. Sw

Swedish British  

/ ˈswiːdɪʃ /

adjective

1. of, relating to, or characteristic of Sweden, its people, or their language

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noun

1. the official language of Sweden, belonging to the North Germanic branch of the Indo-European family: one of the two official languages of Finland

2. (functioning as plural) the people of Sweden collectively

Other Word Forms

Derived Forms

• non-Swedish
  adjective
• pseudo-Swedish
  adjective
• pro-Swedish
  adjective
• anti-Swedish
  adjective

Etymology

Origin of Swedish

Swede + -ish ¹

Example Sentences

The left-winger joined Hoffenheim from Swedish side Hammarby in January of 2025 and fairly soon after the phrase 'Bazoumania' was coined.

From BBC • Jun. 9, 2026

Though he appeared at two World Cups and four European Championships for the Swedish national team, the 44-year-old has been retired since 2023.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 6, 2026

Brazil wants to acquire 20 additional Gripen fighter jets, made by Swedish defence company Saab, on top of the 36 it already has, Sweden's defence minister said Thursday.

From Barron's • Jun. 4, 2026

For her, the aftermath of that victory brought heightened anxiety, and searing criticism from outsiders when the Swedish professional’s play took a dip.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 3, 2026

“Why, the Swedish lady tried it before my eyes.”

From "Murder on the Orient Express" by Agatha Christie