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Why do Swedes talk about sliding on shrimp sandwiches or hiding foxes behind their ears? 🇸🇪🦐

In this video, we dive beyond literal translations to unravel the perplexing beauty of Swedish idioms. Language is a window into culture, and these phrases are far more than just quirky expressions—they are a roadmap to Swedish history and values.

Join us as we trace the surprising historical origins of Sweden's most famous sayings, illuminating the deeper societal values and shared experiences embedded within everyday language. Whether you are learning Swedish or just love cultural deep dives, you’ll never look at a shrimp sandwich the same way again!

In this video, we unpack:

"Glida in på en räkmacka" (To slide in on a shrimp sandwich) – What does luxury have to do with effort?

"Ha en räv bakom örat" (Having a fox behind the ear) – A look at cunning and wit.

The surprising cultural roots behind these untranslatable phrases.

How history has shaped the way modern Swedes speak today.