Swedish · Common Verbs
Gilla
To like
Beginnerverb
Definition
To enjoy or find pleasant.
Example
Jag gillar svensk mat.
I like Swedish food.
Etymology
'Gilla' is derived from the Middle Swedish 'gilla', meaning 'to like', and has roots in the Old Norse 'gilla', suggesting a positive recognition or preference.
How & Where It’s Used
'Gilla' is predominantly informal, used in everyday conversation and social media contexts, typically in spoken and casual written communication.