Sweden 101

Question

Why Sweden?

Answer

My mother, Maud, is from Sweden and I have many fond memories of visiting relatives near Stockholm while growing up and from studying abroad in Uppsala during college. It was also where my parents got married. While discussing possible wedding locations, we decided that Sweden would be an ideal place due to its charm and beauty. We love to travel and are excited to bring our friends and families along for an unforgettable ride! -Cassandra

Question

What if I can’t speak Swedish?

Answer

Most Swedes are very proficient in English, with an estimated 90% considered fluent, so there is a high chance of encountering someone who can speak and understand English wherever you go. However, here are some words and phrases that may be helpful: Hello: Hej (pronounced “hey”) Thank you or please: Tack I would like: Jag vill ha (“jag” is pronounced “yag”) Do you speak English?: Pratar du engelska? Goodbye: Hejdå (pronounced “hey doh”) Cheers (with drinks in hand): Skål (pronounced "skol") Water: Vatten Soda: Läsk (pronounced "lesk") Beer: Öl (pronounced "uhl") Wine: Vin (pronounced "veen") Bus: Buss Subway: Tunnelbana Train: Tåg (pronounced "tog") Airplane: Flygplan Airport: Flygplats Car: Bil (pronounced "beel")