dalahäst
The English phrase 'dala horse' is translated into Swedish as dalahäst.
A dalahäst refers to a traditional Swedish carved wooden horse, which is typically painted red and adorned with decorative patterns.
How does it change in a sentence?
The plural form of dalahäst is dalahästar, which means 'dalahorses'.
When do people say it?
The dalahäst is a widely recognized symbol of Sweden. It is frequently used as a souvenir or as a Christmas decoration.
Did you know?
- The decorative patterns on a dalahäst are known as kurbits, a style of folk painting characterized by oversized, imaginative floral bouquets.
- Historically, these horses were carved by people during long winter nights in forest cottages as a way to pass the time and make extra money.
- At the 1939 World's Fair in New York, a giant dalahäst was used to represent Sweden, which helped transform the local craft into a global symbol of the country.
Examples in context
- Jag vill köpa en dalahäst.I want to buy a dalahäst.
- En röd dalahäst står på hyllan.A red dalahäst is standing on the shelf.
- Min dalahäst har vackra mönster.My dalahäst has beautiful patterns.
Example conversation
Karl and Alice are looking at souvenirs in a small shop.
- KarlTitta, en liten dalahäst!Look, a little dalahäst!
- AliceDen är verkligen jättefin.It is really very beautiful.
- KarlSka vi ge den till henne?Should we give it to her?
- AliceJa, det är en perfekt present.Yes, it is a perfect present.
