Swedish for Kids
How to Say "Friend" in Swedish
Friends are everywhere. Learn the word for 'friend' to celebrate your global community.
In Swedish (Svenska)
Vän
Pronounced: VEN
How to use this phrase
- Greet a friend: Try saying "Vän" the next time you meet someone who speaks Swedish.
- Practice with family: Use it during dinner or while watching a Swedish cartoon together.
- Be respectful: Speaking even a few words in someone's language shows you care about their culture.
- Have fun: Don't worry about being perfect — every native speaker started where you are now.
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