adjectiveadverb

ny

new

Något som kommit nyligen eller inte har funnits så länge.

Ny (Swedish) - New

Definition

The adjective "ny" means new in English. It is used to describe something that has recently come into existence, been discovered, created, or acquired. It contrasts with something that is old or used.

Examples

  • En ny bil – A new car
  • Ny dag – New day
  • Nyhet – News (also derived from the same root word "ny," indicating something new or recent)

Similar Words

  • Fräsch – Fresh (often referring more to freshness or cleanliness rather than just 'newness')
  • Nylanserad – Newly launched (specifically used when something has recently been introduced to the market or public)

Notes

  • "Ny" changes form depending on grammatical gender and number:
    • en ny bok (a new book)
    • ett nytt hus (a new house)
    • nya bilar (new cars)

Make “ny” part of your vocabulary.

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

Examples

Jag köpte en ny jacka.adjective

I bought a new jacket.

Dina skor är väldigt nya och fina.adjective

Your shoes are very new and nice.

Keep exploring Swedish

Learn words from the content you love.

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