conjunction
både
both
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Swedish word: både
Definition in English: både means "both" in English. It is used to refer to two things or people collectively.
Usage: både is typically followed by och (meaning "and") to join two subjects, for example:
- Swedish: Jag tycker om både kaffe och te.
- English: I like both coffee and tea.
Similar words:
- bägge: Also means "both" but is more specific to referring to two particular items or people known to the speaker or listener.
- både is often used in a broader, more emphatic or inclusive way.
- och: Means "and," but does not specifically emphasize the number two—både conveys that emphasis.
Summary:
| Word | Meaning | Usage / nuance |
|---|---|---|
| både | both | Emphasizes inclusion of two things/people |
| bägge | both | Refers specifically and directly to two known items |
| och | and | Just a conjunction, no quantity emphasis |
Example sentences:
- Both (både) boys and girls are welcome.
- Både pojkar och flickor är välkomna.
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Examples
Vi har både mat och dryck.conjunction
We have both food and drink.
Både katten och hunden sov länge.conjunction
Both the cat and the dog slept for a long time.
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