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sådan

such

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Definition & meaning

Sådan means “such,” “like that,” or “of that kind.” It refers to a quality, type, or manner that has been mentioned or is understood from context.

  • en sådan dag — “such a day”
  • Hon är sådan. — “She is like that.”

It can also mean “similar” in expressions such as en sådan som jag — “someone like me.”

Grammar & Word origin

Sådan is a demonstrative adjective or pronoun. It agrees with the noun it describes:

  • sådan: common gender singular
  • sådant: neuter singular
  • sådana: plural

It comes from an older form meaning “of such a kind,” related to så , “so” or “thus.”

Synonyms & antonyms

  • dylik — “such” or “similar”; more formal than sådan.
  • liknande — “similar”; emphasizes resemblance rather than pointing to a particular kind.

There is no direct antonym in every context. When referring to a different kind, annorlunda , “different,” can express a contrast.

Common phrases & collocations

  • en sådan — “such a” or “one like that.”
  • sådant där — “that sort of thing.”
  • och sådant — “and things like that.”

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Examples

Jag har en sådan bok.adjective

I have such a book.

Vi behöver inte sådana ord här.pronoun

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