Swedish · Numbers & Time
Idag
Today
Beginneradverb
Definition
The present day.
Example
Vädret är fint idag.
The weather is nice today.
Etymology
'Idag' originates from Old Norse 'í dag', where 'dag' means 'day'. The structure reflects older forms of expressing time that are still in use today.
How & Where It’s Used
'Idag' is commonly used in spoken and written language, suitable for both formal and informal registers. It does not vary significantly across regions.