Finlandssvenska
The Swedish of Finland's Swedish-speaking minority, co-official with Finnish. More conservative than Standard Swedish in pronunciation, retaining several older features.
Standard Swedish
Also known as: Rikssvenska
The Stockholm-based standard of Swedish. The largest North Germanic language; mutually intelligible with Norwegian and Danish, particularly in writing.
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Frequently asked questions
What language is Standard Swedish?
Standard Swedish is a dialect of Swedish.
Which region is Standard Swedish associated with?
Standard Swedish is part of the Europe region on DialectAtlas.
Is Standard Swedish known by other names?
Yes — Standard Swedish is also referred to as Rikssvenska.
What are the other dialects of Swedish?
Swedish also includes Finland Swedish. Each variety has its own vocabulary, pronunciation, and cultural context.