Swedish · Common Verbs
Sälja
To sell
Beginnerverb
Definition
To give something in exchange for money.
Example
Han sålde sin gamla bil.
He sold his old car.
Etymology
'Sälja' originates from the Old Norse 'selja', which means 'to sell'. The term shares connections with the Proto-Germanic '*saljōną', highlighting its long history in trade.
How & Where It’s Used
'Sälja' is extensively used in both spoken and written Swedish, applicable in casual and formal contexts particularly related to commerce.