verb

skjutsa

give a ride

Definition & meaning

To give someone a ride or take them somewhere by vehicle, usually as a favor. The focus is on transporting a person rather than goods.

Grammar & Word origin

A verb: skjutsa – skjutsar – skjutsade – skjutsat.

It is derived from skjuts , meaning “a ride” or “transport by vehicle.” Historically, the word referred to providing horses or transport for travelers.

Synonyms & antonyms

  • köra — “to drive.” It can mean giving someone a ride, but it also has the broader meaning of driving a vehicle.
  • transportera — “to transport.” More formal and can refer to goods as well as people.

There is no direct antonym.

Common phrases & collocations

  • skjutsa någon till skolan — to give someone a ride to school
  • skjutsa hem någon — to drive someone home
  • skjutsa någon till jobbet — to give someone a ride to work

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Examples

Kan du skjutsa mig hem?verb

Can you give me a ride home?

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