Swedish Word of the Day
välja
VÄL-ja • verb — 20th of Aug, 2026
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Meaning: to choose or select one option from several
Examples
- Du måste välja en väg.
(You must choose a path.) - Hon valde den röda tröjan.
(She chose the red sweater.) - Vi kan välja mellan kaffe och te.
(We can choose between coffee and tea.)
Synonyms
- utvälja
- utse
- plocka
Antonyms
- avstå
- förkasta
This is a very common everyday verb used when selecting one thing, person, or option from alternatives. It is used in both casual and more formal contexts.
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