🇸🇪 Swedish phrases

How to Say "Help" in Swedish

The SPAIKING TeamJuly 27, 2026
hjälp
"Help" in Swedish · say it like yelp

The most natural way to say "Help" in Swedish is hjälp. Tap the speaker above to hear it, then say it back out loud. That is the fastest way to make it stick.

Other ways to say it

kan du hjälpa mig?
used when asking someone for help
hjälp mig
a direct request for help

When to use it

You can use 'hjälp' when you need assistance in various situations. It can be used in emergencies or when you simply need support with a task. It's a versatile word that can be used in both formal and informal contexts.

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Examples in Swedish

SwedishEnglish
Kan någon ge mig hjälp?Can someone help me?
Common mistake
A common mistake is to use 'hjälp' in a context where a more specific request is needed.

The fastest way to remember it

Vocabulary you only read fades fast. Vocabulary you say out loud sticks. Hear hjälp, repeat it a few times, then use it in a real sentence. SPAIKING lets you practice exactly that, speaking Swedish with a coach that corrects your pronunciation in real time. You can start with two free conversations.

Frequently asked questions

How do I ask for help in Swedish?

You can say 'kan du hjälpa mig?' or simply 'hjälp'.

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