Swedish · Work & Business
Kund
Customer
Beginnernoun · common
Definition
A person who buys goods or services.
Example
Kunden har alltid rätt.
The customer is always right.
Etymology
'Kund' comes from Old Swedish 'kunda', meaning 'to be able' or 'to know', related to the concept of a customer being someone who knows or seeks a service.
How & Where It’s Used
'Kund' is used in both formal business contexts and daily conversations, referring to consumers. It is widely recognized throughout Sweden.