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Speaking Swedish on my vacation

Aug 23, 2024

I went on a vacation to Sweden this summer, so in January I decided to learn Swedish.
Quickly the first lesson of Duolingo was completed 🥳 and I listened to podcasts to improve my pronunciation.

However, my progress suddenly stopped. I realized I was not learning the words and phrases I needed for my trip.
I am interested in knowing how to order a cup of coffee ☕and how to pronounce 'fika' correctly. I don't want to learn about random things like my sister's pets, especially since she has none 🙄
Learning a new language takes time, and it can be even more challenging to stay motivated.

Even though many Swedes speak English well, I still want to be able to communicate with the locals in Swedish.
I want to be able to buy fruits like 'äpplen, päron och jordgubbar' at the local market, and understand the information at bus stops or whether a campsite is open or maybe fully booked.

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PS: the only words I said in Swedish during my vacation were ‘tack, ja and nej’…
📸 in front of the highest waterfall in Sweden - Njupeskär 

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