adjective
vettig
sensible
Vettig (Swedish)
Definition:
"Vettig" is an adjective in Swedish that describes something or someone as sensible, reasonable, or practical. It conveys the idea of having good judgment or common sense.
Usage examples:
- Ett vettigt beslut — A sensible decision
- Han är en vettig person — He is a sensible person
Synonyms:
- Förnuftig – Often translated as "reasonable" or "rational"; emphasizes sound thinking. Generally synonymous with "vettig" but can be a bit more formal.
- Klok – Translates to "wise" or "clever"; has a nuance of wisdom or insight, sometimes with a sense of intelligence rather than just practicality.
Differences:
- While "vettig" focuses mainly on being sensible or practical, "förnuftig" has a stronger association with rational thinking and being well-reasoned.
- "Klok" implies wisdom or cleverness, which can be broader than just everyday practicality that "vettig" conveys.
Summary:
"Vettig" refers to practical, reasonable, or sensible qualities, useful for describing people, decisions, or ideas that reflect good common sense.
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Examples
Han sa en vettig sak.adjective
He said a sensible thing.
Det är inte alltid lätt att hitta vettiga lösningar.adjective
It is not always easy to find sensible solutions.
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