Swedish language – Introduction
Course facts
- Payment: Free to learn, certificate paid
- Credits: CPD Credits
- Learning style: Self-paced, start anytime
- Format: Video Based
- Video access: Offline Download (App)
- Refund: Conditional Refund
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Learn introductory Swedish grammar: word order and the V2 rule, verb forms and the past tense, nouns and gender, pronouns, adjectives and adverbs.
Swedish grammar follows a few firm patterns, and the first is word order, with the V2 rule for where the verb goes. The course starts with vocabulary and the sequence of nouns and verbs in a sentence, then verbs in the infinitive, present, imperative and past, nouns in their indefinite singular forms and genders, personal pronouns as subject and object, indefinite adjectives and how they agree with nouns, and adverbs, for both written and spoken use.
What You Will Achieve
- Build Swedish sentences and questions using the V2 word order rule
- Use verbs in the infinitive, present, imperative and past tense
- Use nouns in their indefinite singular forms with the right gender
- Use personal pronouns, indefinite adjectives and adverbs correctly
Program Overview
Word Order and Verbs
Sentence structure and the main verb forms.
- Word order and the V2 rule
- Verbs: infinitive, present and imperative
- The past tense
Nouns, Pronouns and Adjectives
The words that name and describe things.
- Nouns, gender and indefinite forms
- Personal pronouns as subject and object
- Indefinite adjectives and adverbs
Certificate Awarded (Paid)
Pass the final course assessment to earn it. The course is free to study; the certificate is optional and has a fee.
Job Outlook
Swedish helps people moving to or working in Sweden, and in study, translation and business with Swedish organizations.
- Translator
Good for: Beginners in Swedish who like to learn a language through its grammar.
Keep in mind: Despite its advanced label it is an introduction, centered on grammar rather than conversation, so add listening and speaking practice.
Bottom line: A grammar-first introduction to Swedish, starting from its distinctive word order.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the V2 rule in Swedish?
It is the rule for placing the verb in a Swedish sentence. The course explains the V2 rule formula as part of word order in statements and questions.
Which verb forms are taught?
The infinitive, present and imperative forms, and the use of Swedish verbs in the past tense.
Does the course cover noun gender?
Yes. It explains Swedish nouns in their indefinite singular forms and their gender, and how indefinite adjectives link with nouns.
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