Szwecja
/ˈʂfɛ.t͡sja/feminine
Sweden in Polish is Szwecja.
Szwecja is the name of the Scandinavian country.
Meaning: Scandinavian country (name)
How does it change in a sentence?
The word Szwecja changes depending on its role in a sentence. Use Szwecji for the genitive case to express concepts like 'of Sweden' or 'from Sweden'. Use Szwecję for the accusative case, such as when expressing motion towards the country, like 'to Sweden'. Use Szwecją when the word is in the instrumental case.
How do you pronounce it?
Szwecja is pronounced /ˈʂfɛ.tsja/. The first of the two syllables is stressed.
Did you know?
- The phrase szwedzki stół literally translates to 'Swedish table'. In Poland, this refers to a buffet-style meal where guests serve themselves, regardless of whether the food is actually from Szwecja.
- In Polish history, the term Szwedzi (the Swedes) often carries heavy historical weight due to the 17th-century 'Deluge', a period of Swedish invasion that profoundly shaped Polish identity.
- While the word starts with 'sz', the 'w' is pronounced like the English 'v', making the first syllable sound like 'shveh'.
Examples in context
- Szwajcaria to nie Szwecja.Switzerland isn't Sweden.This sentence is useful for distinguishing between Switzerland and Szwecja.Tatoeba #8108541 by woof, translation #5066797 by mailohilohi
- Szwecja ma swój własny język.Sweden has its own language.Tatoeba #353961 by zipangu, translation #460295 by jeanne
- Szwecja jest największym państwem w Skandynawii.Sweden is the largest country in Scandinavia.Tatoeba #2987691 by jeedrek, translation #1815583 by Amastan
- Moim ulubionym miejscem podróży jest Szwecja!My favorite travel destination is Sweden!
- Wyobraź sobie, że jutro lecę do Szwecji!Guess what? I'm flying to Sweden tomorrow!
Example conversation
Two friends are talking about a potential vacation.
- MałgorzataCzy Szwecja to dobry pomysł na wakacje?Is Sweden a good idea for a vacation?
- PiotrTak, Szwecja jest przepiękna o tej porze roku.Yes, Sweden is beautiful at this time of year.
- MałgorzataPiotrze, czy chcesz tam pojechać ze mną?Piotr, do you want to go there with me?
- PiotrBardzo chętnie, Małgorzato.I would love to, Małgorzata.
Sources
- Wiktionary, “sweden” translations and entries Szwecja, CC BY-SA 4.0, dump of 2026-09-26.
- Example sentences: Tatoeba CC BY 2.0 FR.
