🇸🇪 Swedish phrases

How to Say "Love" in Swedish

The SPAIKING TeamJuly 27, 2026
kärlek
"Love" in Swedish · say it like shehr-lek

The most natural way to say "Love" in Swedish is kärlek. 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

älskling
used as a term of endearment
förälskelse
refers to the feeling of being in love

When to use it

You can use 'kärlek' when talking about love in a general sense. It can refer to romantic love, familial love, or love for friends. It's a versatile word that fits many contexts.

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Examples in Swedish

SwedishEnglish
Kärleken är det viktigaste i livet.Love is the most important thing in life.
Jag känner mycket kärlek för min familj.I feel a lot of love for my family.
Common mistake
A common mistake is to confuse 'kärlek' with 'älskling', which is more of a term of endearment rather than the concept of love itself.

The fastest way to remember it

Vocabulary you only read fades fast. Vocabulary you say out loud sticks. Hear kärlek, 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

What is the difference between 'kärlek' and 'älskling'?

'Kärlek' refers to love in general, while 'älskling' is a term of endearment used for someone you love.

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