äpple
/ˈɛplɛ/neuter
The English word 'apple' is äpple in Swedish.
äpple is a neuter noun used to refer to the fruit of Malus domestica.
Meaning: fruit of Malus domestica (noun)
How does it change in a sentence?
To say 'the apple', you add the suffix -et to the word to get äpplet. The plural form for 'apples' is äpplen, while the definite plural form for 'the apples' is äpplena.
How do you pronounce it?
/ˈɛplɛ/
Did you know?
- While äpple refers to the fruit, Swedish uses the term äppelkaka for a traditional apple cake that is a staple of the 'fika' coffee break custom.
- The Swedish word äpple shares a common ancestor with the English word 'apple', as both stem from the Proto-Germanic root *apluz.
- Sweden produces a vast variety of äpple cultivars, and the 'Astrakan' is a historically famous Swedish apple known for its distinct tartness.
Examples in context
- Hon åt ett äpple.She ate an apple.This sentence is useful for seeing how to use äpple.Tatoeba #3742680 by herrsilen, translation #3757072 by Lindoula
- Hon bet i äpplet.She bit into the apple.This sentence is useful for seeing the word in context.Tatoeba #5883743 by herrsilen, translation #29614 by CH
- Det är ett äpple.It is an apple.This sentence is useful for identifying the fruit.Tatoeba #10687014 by Pineapple, translation #10684095 by quoctrong018
- Kan jag få ett äpple, tack?Can I have an apple, please?
- Jag köpte några äpplen på marknaden idag.I bought some apples at the market today.
- Tack för äpplet, det var mycket gott!Thank you for the apple, it was very tasty!
- 44 more sentences on Tatoeba
Example conversation
Maja and Erik are in the kitchen preparing a snack.
- MajaVill du ha ett äpple?Do you want an apple?
- ErikJa tack, jag är hungrig.Yes thanks, I am hungry.
- MajaHär är ett rött äpple till dig.Here is a red apple for you.
- ErikTack Maja, det ser gott ut.Thanks Maja, it looks delicious.
Sources
- Wiktionary, “apple” translations and entries äpple, CC BY-SA 4.0, dump of 2026-09-26.
- Word origins: Wiktionary entries äpple, CC BY-SA 4.0.
- Example sentences: Tatoeba CC BY 2.0 FR.
