🇸🇪 Swedish phrases

How to Say "How are you?" in Swedish

The SPAIKING TeamJuly 27, 2026
Hur mår du?
"How are you?" in Swedish · say it like hoor moor doo

The most natural way to say "How are you?" in Swedish is Hur mår du?. 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

Hur är läget?
A more casual way to ask, often used among friends.
Hur står det till?
A slightly more formal variant, suitable for acquaintances.

When to use it

You can use this phrase when greeting someone and asking about their well-being. It is appropriate in both casual and formal settings. It shows that you care about the other person's feelings.

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Examples in Swedish

SwedishEnglish
Hej! Hur mår du?Hi! How are you?
Common mistake
A common mistake is to use 'Vad mår du?' which is not correct in Swedish.

The fastest way to remember it

Vocabulary you only read fades fast. Vocabulary you say out loud sticks. Hear Hur mår du?, 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

Is it okay to ask this question to strangers?

Yes, it's generally acceptable to ask this question to acquaintances or in casual settings.

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