Office supplies - Office equipment words vocabulary in Swedish

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Learning office vocabulary in Swedish is an essential step for anyone looking to work or study in a Swedish-speaking environment. Whether you're preparing for a job, setting up a workspace, or simply wanting to communicate more effectively in daily office interactions, knowing the right terms can make a big difference. In this guide, we'll explore common office-related words and phrases, helping you build a practical vocabulary that will boost your confidence in professional settings. Let's get started with the basics!

Office Vocabulary in swedish

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Portfölj

Briefcase
Miniräknare

Calculator
Kalender

Calendar
Låda

Box
Stol

Chair
Skrivplatta

Clipboard
Kartongkniv

Box cutter
Skrivbord

Desk
Mapp

Folder
Kuvert

Envelope
Bok

Book
Anteckningsbok

Notebook
Skrivbordslampa

Desk lamp
Anslagstavla

Notice board
Hålslagare

Hole punch
Pappersklämma

Binder-clip
Stämpeldyna

Ink pad
Kopiator

Photocopier
Bärbar dator

Laptop
Skrivare

Printer
Projektor

Projector
Faxmaskin

Fax machine
Telefon

Telephone
Mobiltelefon

Cellphone
Klocka

Clock
Post it lappar

Post-it notes
Suddgummi

Eraser / Rubber
Lim

Glue
Överstrykningspenna

Highlighter
Gem

Paper-clip
Penna

Pen
Blyertspenna

Pencil
Fjäderpenna

Fountain pen
Gummiband

Rubber bands
Kassaskåp

Safe
Sax

Scissors
Sigill

Seal
Stämpel

Stamp
Häftapparat

Stapler
Tejpdispenser

Tape-dispenser
Kartnålar

Thumbtack
Papperskorg

Wastebin
Whiteboard

Whiteboard
Persienner

Window blinds
Karta

Map
Pennvässare

Sharpener
USB minne

USB drive

Office supplies - Office equipment words vocabulary in Swedish

Portfölj Briefcase
Miniräknare Calculator
Kalender Calendar
Låda Box
Stol Chair
Skrivplatta Clipboard
Kartongkniv Box cutter
Skrivbord Desk
Mapp Folder
Kuvert Envelope
Bok Book
Anteckningsbok Notebook
Skrivbordslampa Desk lamp
Anslagstavla Notice board
Hålslagare Hole punch
Pappersklämma Binder clip
Stämpeldyna Ink pad
Kopiator Photocopier
Bärbar dator Laptop
Skrivare Printer
Projektor Projector
Faxmaskin Fax machine
Telefon Telephone
Mobiltelefon Cellphone
Klocka Clock
Post-it lappar Post it notes
Suddgummi Eraser / Rubber
Lim Glue
Överstrykningspenna Highlighter
Gem Paper clip
Penna Pen
Blyertspenna Pencil
Fjäderpenna Fountain pen
Gummiband Rubber bands
Kassaskåp Safe
Sax Scissors
Sigill Seal
Stämpel Stamp
Häftapparat Stapler
Tejpdispenser Tape dispenser
Kartnålar Thumbtack
Papperskorg Wastebin
Whiteboard Whiteboard
Persienner Window blinds
Karta Map
Pennvässare Sharpener
USB-minne USB drive

Office Supplies In Swedish

Skrivbord Desk
Stol Chair
Dator Computer
Tangentbord Keyboard
Mus Mouse
Skrivare Printer
Telefon Phone
Faksimil Fax Machine
Arkivskåp File Cabinet
Papper Paper
Penna Pen
Anteckningsbok Notebook
Häftapparat Stapler
Skrivhäfte Binder
Kalender Calendar
Mapp Folder
Tejp Tape
Sax Scissors
Soptunna Trash Can
Papperskross Shredder
Datorbildskärm Computer Monitor
Projektor Projector
Whiteboard Whiteboard
Whiteboardpenna Marker
Skrivblock Notepad
Pappersklämma Paper Clip
Suddgummi Eraser
Linjal Ruler
Skrivbordslampa Desk Lamp
USB-minne USB Drive
Arkivskåp Filing Cabinet
Konferensbord Conference Table
Uppgiftslista Task List
Vägghängd kalender Wall Calendar
Kopiator Copy Machine
Dokument Document
Kuvert Envelope
Mötesrum Meeting Room
Presentation Presentation
Rapport Report
Agenda Agenda
Uppgiftschef Task Manager
Kontaktlista Contact List
E-post Email
Mötesagenda Meeting Agenda
Kontorsmaterial Office Supplies
Arbetsstation Workstation
Arkiveringssystem Filing System
Kopia Copy
Presentationer Presentation Slides
Agendapunkt Agenda Item

Office vocabulary

Whether you work in an office, a school, or any professional environment, knowing the Swedish names for common office items is crucial. This vocabulary is not only useful for everyday conversations but also for navigating a Swedish-speaking workplace with ease.

Office Vocabulary in Swedish:

English	Swedish	Pronunciation
Desk	Skrivbord	SKREEV-bord
Chair	Stol	Stohl
Computer	Dator	DAH-toor
Printer	Skrivare	SKREE-vah-reh
Paper	Papper	PAHP-er
Pen	Penna	PEN-nah
Notebook	Anteckningsbok	AN-tehk-neengs-bok
File	Fil	Feel
Stapler	Häftapparat	HEHFT-ap-ah-rat
Telephone	Telefon	TEH-leh-fohn
Folder	Mapp	Mahp
Calculator	Miniräknare	MEE-nee-rack-nah-reh
Keyboard	Tangentbord	TAHN-yent-bord
Mouse	Mus	Moos
Monitor	Skärm	Sherm
Envelope	Kuvert	Koo-VEHR
Whiteboard	Whiteboard	WHITE-board
Calendar	Kalender	Kah-LEN-der
Scissors	Sax	Sahks
Clipboard	Skrivplatta	SKREEV-plaht-ta
Staple remover	Häftklammerborttagare	HEHFT-klammer-bort-TAH-gah-reh
Hole punch	Hålslagare	HOHL-slah-gah-reh
Paperclip	Gem	Gehm
Trash can	Papperskorg	PAHP-ers-korg
Binder	Pärm	Pairm

Useful Swedish Words for the Office

Navigating an office environment in Swedish can be simpler if you know some key vocabulary. Whether you're working in Sweden or interacting with Swedish colleagues, understanding these basic terms will help you communicate more effectively. Here’s a beginner-friendly guide to essential office words in Swedish, complete with their English translations and pronunciation tips.

Office Vocabulary

Understanding office terminology is crucial for smooth communication. Below is a list of common office items and roles with their Swedish translations, pronunciations, and brief descriptions to help you familiarize yourself with the language.

Vocabulary Table

English	Swedish	Pronunciation
Desk	Skrivbord	[skriːvˌbɔːrd]
Chair	Stol	[stʊl]
File	Fil	[fiːl]
PC	Dator	[ˈdɑːtɔr]
Printer	Skrivare	[ˈskrɪvˌɑːrɛ]
Phone	Telefon	[tɛlɛˈfoːn]
Secretary	Sekreterare	[sɛkrɛˈteːrˌɑːrɛ]
Staff	Personal	[pɛrˈsoːnɑːl]
Task	Uppgift	[ˈʉpːɡɪft]
Office	Kontor	[kɔnˈtʊːr]

Example Sentences

"I need to sit at my desk to finish this report." "Jag behöver sitta vid mitt skrivbord för att slutföra denna rapport."
"Can you pass me that file from the drawer?" "Kan du ge mig den där filen från lådan?"
"The printer is out of paper." "Skrivaren är utan papper."
"Please call the client on the phone." "Vänligen ring kunden på telefonen."

Office Phrases and Idioms in Swedish

Understanding office-related phrases and idioms in Swedish is key to effective communication in a professional setting. These expressions can help you navigate conversations, meetings, and everyday tasks more smoothly in a Swedish-speaking workplace.

Common Office Phrases and Idioms in Swedish:

English Phrase/Idiom	Swedish Translation	Pronunciation
"In the loop"	"Hålla sig informerad"	HOHL-lah say ee-NFOR-meh-rah-d
"At the desk"	"Vid skrivbordet"	Veed SKREEV-bor-det
"To take notes"	"Ta anteckningar"	Tah AHN-tehk-neeng-ar
"Deadline"	"Sista datum"	SEES-tah DAH-toom
"Meeting room"	"Mötesrum"	MUR-tehs-room
"On the same page"	"Vara överens"	VAH-rah uhr-veh-rehn-s
"To make a decision"	"Fatta ett beslut"	FAHT-tah ett beh-SLOOT
"To brainstorm"	"Spåna idéer"	SPOH-nah ee-DEH-er
"Under pressure"	"Under press"	UHN-der prehs
"To follow up"	"Följa upp"	FUHL-yah uhp
"To take a break"	"Ta en paus"	Tah en pows
"In a meeting"	"I ett möte"	Ee ett MUR-teh
"To send an email"	"Skicka ett mejl"	SHEE-kah ett mayl
"To schedule a meeting"	"Boka ett möte"	BOH-kah ett MUR-teh
"On the agenda"	"På agendan"	Poh ah-GEN-dan
"To follow protocol"	"Följa protokoll"	FUHL-yah proh-toh-KOL
"Team player"	"Lagspelare"	LAHG-spel-ah-reh
"To wrap up"	"Avsluta"	AHV-sloo-tah
"To go over"	"Gå igenom"	Goh ee-YEH-nohm
"To meet a deadline"	"Hålla deadline"	HOHL-lah DEHD-line
"To collaborate"	"Samarbeta"	SAH-mahr-beh-tah
"In the pipeline"	"På gång"	Poh gahng
"To touch base"	"Kontakta"	Kohn-TAHK-tah
"To prioritize tasks"	"Prioritera uppgifter"	PREE-oh-ree-TEH-rah UP-yift-er
"Action plan"	"Handlingsplan"	HAHND-leengs-plahn
"Work-life balance"	"Balans mellan arbete och fritid"	Bah-LAHNS MEH-lahn AHR-beh-teh ohch FREE-teed
"To meet expectations"	"Uppfylla förväntningar"	UP-fy-lah fur-VENT-neeng-ar
"In progress"	"Pågående"	Poh-GOH-en-deh

Talking About the Workplace in Swedish

Mastering workplace vocabulary is essential for effective communication in a professional environment. This tutorial introduces key terms and phrases used in Swedish offices, helping beginners get familiar with common expressions related to work. Whether you’re starting a new job or interacting with Swedish colleagues, this guide will support you in navigating workplace conversations smoothly.

Vocabulary Table

English	Swedish	Pronunciation
Superior	Överordnad	ˈøːvɛˌroːdnad
Colleague	Kollega	kɔˈlɛːɡa
Commute	Pendla	ˈpɛndla
Finish Work	Avsluta arbetet	ˈɑːvsˌlʉːta ˈɑːrbɛˌtɛt
Enterprise	Företagsamhet	ˈføːrɛˌtɑːɡsˌɑːmːhɛt
Company	Företag	ˈføːrɛˌtɑːɡ
Assign	Tilldela	ˈtɪlˌdeˌla
Office	Kontor	kɔnˈtʊr
Overtime	Övertid	ˈøːvɛrˌtiːd
Bonus	Bonus	ˈboːnʉs
Salary	Lön	løn
Wage	Lön	løn
Subordinate	Underordnad	ˈʉndɛˌroːdnad
Supervise	Övervaka	ˈøːvɛrˌvɑːka
Shift	Skift	ʃɪft
Retire	Gå i pension	ɡoː i ˈpɛnˌsjuːn
Department	Avdelning	ˈɑːvdɛlˌnɪŋ

Usage Examples

Superior (överordnad) Jag måste rapportera till min överordnad varje morgon.
Colleague (kollega) David och jag är kollegor.
Commute (pendla) Pendla till jobbet med tåg.
Finish Work (avsluta arbetet) I will finish work at 5 PM.
Enterprise (företagsamhet) Företagsamhet betyder affärer.
Company (företag) Företagskontor
Assign (tilldela) Tilldela arbete
Office (kontor) Människorna jobbar på kontoret.
Overtime (övertid) Övertidstimmar
Bonus (bonus) Julbonus
Salary (lön) Hur mycket är lönen?
Subordinate (underordnad) Jag blev arg på min underordnad.
Supervise (övervaka) Det är svårt att handleda.
Shift (skift) Jobba sena skiftet
Retire (gå i pension) Gå i pension
Department (avdelning) The sales department