adjective

duktig

good

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Definition & meaning

The adjective duktig is a versatile and commonly used word in Swedish that generally describes someone who is capable, skilled, or good at what they are doing.

Skilled or capable: Used to describe someone who has mastered a task, profession, or subject. For example, a "duktig läkare" (a skilled doctor) or someone who is "duktig på matte" (good at math).
Well-behaved or diligent: Used to describe someone who follows rules, is hardworking, or obedient. This is often used in the context of children or students, such as a "duktig elev" (a diligent student).
Significant or considerable: Less commonly, it can be used to describe an amount or a degree of something, meaning "substantial" or "notable" (e.g., "en duktig slant" meaning a significant amount of money).

Grammar & Word origin

Grammar: It is an adjective.
- Common form: duktig
- Neuter form: duktigt
- Plural/Definite form: duktiga
Word origin: The word stems from the Middle Low German word duchtich, which shares the same root as the German word tüchtig. Historically, it relates to the Swedish verb duga , which means "to be good enough" or "to suffice."