Swedish · Greetings & Phrases

Trevligt att träffas

Nice to meet you

Beginnerphrase

Definition

A polite phrase said when meeting someone for the first time.

Example

Trevligt att träffas! Detsamma.

Nice to meet you! Likewise.

Etymology

'Trevligt att träffas' translates to 'Nice to meet you' and combines 'trevligt' (pleasant/nice) with 'träffas' (to meet), reflecting courteous social interactions.

How & Where It’s Used

'Trevligt att träffas' is commonly used in formal introductions and often in spoken language. It is prevalent throughout Sweden, especially in social gatherings.

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