Swedish · Family & People
Granne
Neighbor
Beginnernoun · common
Definition
A person who lives next to or near you.
Example
Våra grannar är mycket trevliga.
Our neighbors are very nice.
Etymology
'Granne' comes from the Norwegian 'granne' and is related to the Proto-Germanic term for 'neighbor', reflecting the importance of community and proximity in Scandinavian living.
How & Where It’s Used
'Granne' is widely used in informal situations and daily conversations. It applies uniformly across Sweden, with little to no regional variation.