noun

en dvd

dvd

Definition & meaning

A dvd is an optical disc used to store digital content, especially films, but also software and other data. The term can also refer to the disc format or technology itself.

Grammar & Word origin

Dvd is an en-noun:

  • Singular: en dvd, dvd:n
  • Plural: dvd:er, dvd:erna

The abbreviation comes from English Digital Versatile Disc. It is normally written in lowercase in Swedish.

Synonyms & antonyms

  • dvd-skiva — a more explicit term for the physical disc.

There is no direct antonym.

Common phrases & collocations

  • dvd-spelare — DVD player
  • dvd-film — a film on DVD
  • titta på dvd — to watch a DVD

Make “dvd” part of your vocabulary.

Build your Swedish vocabulary with flashcards, audio and spaced repetition.

Examples

Jag köper en dvd.noun

I am buying a dvd.

Keep exploring Swedish

Learn words from the content you love.

Add words from websites, books and videos, then remember them with spaced repetition (SRS).