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