Swedish · Food & Drink
Fika
Fika (coffee break)
Beginnernoun · common
Definition
The Swedish tradition of a coffee break with something sweet.
Example
Ska vi ta en fika klockan tre?
Shall we have a fika at three?
Etymology
'Fika' originates from Swedish slang, a backslang of 'kaffe', emphasizing its cultural significance as a social ritual involving coffee and often pastry.
How & Where It’s Used
'Fika' is used informally and represents a cultural concept that can be employed in both spoken and written language. It is widely embraced across all regions of Sweden.