noun

ett svar

answer

Det man säger eller skriver när någon har ställt en fråga.

Svar (Swedish) — Answer or response in English.

Definition:

  • A reply given to a question, request, or statement.
  • The act of responding or reacting.

Usage examples:

  • Jag väntar på ditt svar. — I am waiting for your answer.
  • Hon gav ett snabbt svar. — She gave a quick response.

Similar words:

  • Replik — Usually means a retort or rejoinder, often in a debate or conversation.
  • Respons — Refers more broadly to a reaction or feedback, sometimes used in formal or technical contexts.

Differences:

  • Svar is the most common and general term for any kind of answer or response.
  • Replik carries a nuance of correction or counter-argument.
  • Respons can sometimes imply a continuing interaction or a systematic feedback rather than a direct answer.

In summary, "svar" means the straightforward reply to a question or message, the typical word for "answer".

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Examples

Jag fick svar på min fråga.noun

I got an answer to my question.

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