If you want to sound natural in every situation, it is worth getting familiar with the so-called everyday Swedish. The language you may learn in class may be too formal or may simply be different from the way Swedes express themselves in everyday life. If you are planning a trip to Sweden or use Swedish to communicate with friends or loved ones, the books Vardaglig svenska 1 and 2 can help you work on the phrases used by native Northerners.

On the other hand, if you are preparing for an exam, e.g. SWEDEX or TISUS, at a high level, you use Swedish at work or you hold a position that requires knowledge of formal phrases and expressions, be sure to use Formell svenska. You will practice expressions used in formal situations and at the same time learn how to sound natural when using them.