Swedish · Question Words
Vem
Who
Beginnerpronoun
Definition
Used to ask about a person.
Example
Vem är den mannen?
Who is that man?
Etymology
'Vem' is rooted in Old Norse 'hverr', which was used to inquire about identity and relates to Proto-Germanic '*hwaz', meaning 'who'. The term has maintained its form and function historically.
How & Where It’s Used
'Vem' is commonly used in both spoken and written language, suitable for all registers, from casual conversations to more formal inquiries. It is understood across all Swedish dialects.