Swedish · Common Verbs
Läsa
To read
Beginnerverb
Definition
To look at words and understand them.
Example
Han läser en bok om historia.
He is reading a book about history.
Etymology
'Läsa' originates from the Old Norse 'læsa', meaning 'to read', which has connections to the Proto-Germanic '*laisan', reflecting its deep-rooted significance in literacy.
How & Where It’s Used
'Läsa' is common in both spoken and written Swedish, employed in informal conversations and formal educational contexts alike.