Swedish · Daily Life
Kläder
Clothes
Beginnernoun
Definition
Things you wear, such as shirts and trousers.
Example
Hon köpte nya kläder till festen.
She bought new clothes for the party.
Etymology
The word 'kläder' comes from Old Swedish 'kläde', meaning clothing, which is derived from the verb 'klä', meaning to clothe. The term reflects the evolution of clothing within Swedish history.
How & Where It’s Used
'Kläder' is utilized in both casual and formal speech and writing, covering a wide range of clothing types. It is popularly used in various contexts across all regions.