Synonyms for

Swedes

Verb / swi:dz / Another word for swedes — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

Swedes are a type of root vegetable that are similar to turnips. They are often referred to as rutabagas in North America.

Synonyms & similar words

rutabagaplant swede turnipcabbage swedishturnip rutabaga brassicanapusnapobrassica yellowturnip rutabaga turnip neep snagger napobrassica jumpee mangold-wurzel mangel mangel-wurzel mangold

Synonyms by register

Formal

Swedish people inhabitants of Sweden citizens of Sweden

Informal

Swedes folks from Sweden

Literary

Norsemen Scandinavians

Antonyms

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Common collocations

  • proud Swedes
  • Swedish people
  • young Swedes
  • old Swedes
  • Swedish culture
  • Swedish traditions
  • Swedish immigrants

Word family

noun Sweden
adjective Swedish

Usage note

This term refers to people from Sweden. It is generally neutral but can sometimes be used in a slightly informal or even jocular context depending on the surrounding language.

Example sentences

  1. The farmer harvested a large crop of swedes this year.
  2. I don't like the taste of swedes, but my mom says they're healthy.
  3. We used swedes instead of potatoes in our soup.
  4. The swedes were too hard to chop with a knife, so we used a food processor.
  5. My grandma always made swedes with her roast beef.

Quotes

  • "I am not interested in medals or titles. I don't need them. I need the love and respect of my people." - Gustav VI Adolf of Sweden
  • "I think that Sweden is a very easy country to fall in love with." - Bjorn Ulvaeus
  • "The Swedish parliament, or Riksdag, is a place of great power." - Fredrik Reinfeldt

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