Swedish · Question Words
När
When
Beginneradverb
Definition
Used to ask about a time.
Example
När kommer du till Sverige?
When are you coming to Sweden?
Etymology
'När' has its roots in Old Norse 'nær', derived from Proto-Germanic '*nair', which denotes time references. Its historical use as a questioning adverb has been consistent.
How & Where It’s Used
'När' is applicable in both spoken and written Swedish, suitable for informal and formal discourse. It is widely recognized across all regional dialects.