en syssla
activity
Något man gör, som arbete, uppgift eller aktivitet.
Swedish word: syssla
Definition in English:
The word syssla generally means "to occupy oneself with," "to engage in," or "to work on" a particular task or activity. It can refer to both professional work and hobbies or other forms of occupation.
Example usages:
- Han sysslar med matematik. — "He is engaged in mathematics." / "He works with mathematics."
- Hon sysslar med trädgårdsarbete på fritiden. — "She spends her free time gardening."
Noun form:
Syssla (also a noun) can mean “occupation,” “task,” “activity,” or “business.” Similar to "work" or "job," but can be more general, including hobbies or duties.
Similar words and differences:
| Word | Meaning / Usage | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| arbeta | "to work" (more formal, often paid employment) | arbeta emphasizes work, often professional |
| jobba | informal "to work" | more colloquial than arbeta |
| syssla | "to engage in," "to occupy oneself with" | broader; can include hobbies and other activities, not necessarily paid |
| hålla på med | "to be busy with," "to be engaged in" | often describes ongoing activities or hobbies |
Summary:
Syssla is a versatile word encompassing both the idea of working on something as a job or being engaged in an activity, including hobbies or tasks. It is broader and less formal than arbeta and can be used both as a verb and as a noun to denote an occupation or activity.
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Examples
Flera barn valde en rolig syssla under sommaren.noun
Several children chose a fun activity during the summer.
Barn brukar välja en syssla på fritiden.noun
Children usually choose an activity in their free time.
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