🇸🇪 Swedish phrases

How to Say "What's up?" in Swedish

The SPAIKING TeamJuly 27, 2026
Vad händer?
"What's up?" in Swedish · say it like vahd hen-der

The most natural way to say "What's up?" in Swedish is Vad händer?. 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 how things are going.
Vad gör du?
Used to ask what someone is doing.

When to use it

You can use this phrase when greeting friends or acquaintances. It is informal and suitable for everyday conversations. It can be used in person or over text messages.

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Examples in Swedish

SwedishEnglish
Hej! Vad händer?Hi! What's up?
Common mistake
Learners often use overly formal phrases instead of casual ones.

The fastest way to remember it

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Frequently asked questions

Is 'Vad händer?' appropriate in formal settings?

No, it's best used in casual conversations.

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