Rikssvenska
The Stockholm-based standard of Swedish. The largest North Germanic language; mutually intelligible with Norwegian and Danish, particularly in writing.
Finland Swedish
Also known as: Finlandssvenska
The Swedish of Finland's Swedish-speaking minority, co-official with Finnish. More conservative than Standard Swedish in pronunciation, retaining several older features.
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Frequently asked questions
What language is Finland Swedish?
Finland Swedish is a dialect of the Swedish language.
Where is Finland Swedish spoken?
Finland Swedish is primarily spoken in Finland.
Which region is Finland Swedish associated with?
Finland Swedish is part of the Europe region on DialectAtlas.
Is Finland Swedish known by other names?
Yes — Finland Swedish is also referred to as Finlandssvenska.
What are the other dialects of Swedish?
Swedish also includes Standard Swedish. Each variety has its own vocabulary, pronunciation, and cultural context.
Other Swedish dialects
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The Stockholm-based standard of Swedish. The largest North Germanic language; mutually intelligible with Norwegian and Danish, particularly in writing.