Swedish Secrets: Language, Culture, and Everyday Life

Sweden is full of interesting surprises! Whether it’s the language, famous people, or global brands, there’s so much to learn and love about this unique country. Here are some fun and fascinating facts that kids will enjoy:

The Swedish Language Is Everywhere!

Did you know that Swedish is the most widely spoken language in all of Scandinavia? More than 10 million people speak Swedish today, mostly in Sweden and parts of Finland. Some words from Swedish have even made their way into English—like “ombudsman” (a person who helps solve problems) and “smorgasbord” (a big buffet of different foods)!

Famous People Who Spoke Swedish

Many well-known people throughout history were Swedish speakers!

• Alfred Nobel, who started the Nobel Prizes.

• Ingrid Bergman and Greta Garbo, two classic film stars.

• Björn Borg, one of the world’s greatest tennis players.

• And of course, the famous pop group ABBA, known for songs like “Dancing Queen”!

Swedish Brands You Might Know

Some of the things you use every day may have come from Sweden!

• IKEA, the famous furniture store with funny product names.

• Electrolux, which makes home appliances.

• H&M, a popular clothing store.

• Tetra Pak, the company behind many drink cartons.

• AstraZeneca, a global company that helps make medicine.

Isn’t it amazing how many Swedish inventions and ideas are all around us?

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