Swedish · Work & Business
Kollega
Colleague
Beginnernoun · common
Definition
A person you work with.
Example
Jag äter lunch med mina kollegor.
I eat lunch with my colleagues.
Etymology
'Kollega' is derived from the Latin 'collega', meaning 'one chosen together', emphasizing the partnership aspect of work, and has been integrated into Swedish since the 18th century.
How & Where It’s Used
'Kollega' is used in both formal and informal settings in workplaces, in spoken exchanges, and written correspondence. It is universally recognized in Sweden.