Difference between revisions of "Language/Swedish/Culture/Fika"
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== <span class="notranslate">Fika</span> concept == | == <span class="notranslate">Fika</span> concept == | ||
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== <span class="notranslate">Fika</span> at work == | == <span class="notranslate">Fika</span> at work == | ||
In many workplaces, <span class="notranslate">fika</span> is part of the regular daily schedule. In the morning, a <span class="notranslate">fika</span> at 10:00 a.m. and in the afternoon at 3:00 p.m. | In many workplaces, <span class="notranslate">fika</span> is part of the regular daily schedule. In the morning, a <span class="notranslate">fika</span> at 10:00 a.m. and in the afternoon at 3:00 p.m. | ||
Among Swedes, <span class="notranslate">fika</span> is a great way to exchange knowledge, opinions about what is going on in the company and, in general, to bond with your colleagues. | Among Swedes, <span class="notranslate">fika</span> is a great way to exchange knowledge, opinions about what is going on in the company and, in general, to bond with your colleagues. | ||
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== What's on the <span class="notranslate">fika</span> table? == | == What's on the <span class="notranslate">fika</span> table? == | ||
The cup of coffee is essential for a <span class="notranslate">fika</span>. But, of course, not everyone likes it. Having a tea, soda, or other drink instead is just as good. | The cup of coffee is essential for a <span class="notranslate">fika</span>. But, of course, not everyone likes it. Having a tea, soda, or other drink instead is just as good. | ||
Most Swedes combine their brake with pastry, called <span class="notranslate">fikabröd</span>. Some of the most popular include <span class="notranslate">kanelbullar</span> (cinnamon rolls), <span class="notranslate">chokladbollar</span> (chocolate balls) and cookies. | Most Swedes combine their brake with pastry, called <span class="notranslate">fikabröd</span>. Some of the most popular include <span class="notranslate">kanelbullar</span> (cinnamon rolls), <span class="notranslate">chokladbollar</span> (chocolate balls) and cookies. | ||
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==History of the word <span class="notranslate">"Fika"</span>== | ==History of the word <span class="notranslate">"Fika"</span>== | ||
The word <span class="notranslate">"fika"</span> originates from the word <span class="notranslate">kaffi</span> (coffee) in the 19th century - then the Swedes changed the positions of the 2 syllables and removed an <span class="notranslate">"f"</span>. | The word <span class="notranslate">"fika"</span> originates from the word <span class="notranslate">kaffi</span> (coffee) in the 19th century - then the Swedes changed the positions of the 2 syllables and removed an <span class="notranslate">"f"</span>. | ||
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<span class="notranslate"><code>kaffi → ffi-ka → fika</code></span> | <span class="notranslate"><code>kaffi → ffi-ka → fika</code></span> | ||
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During Swedish history, coffee has been banned several times. Some Swedes didn't follow the rules and had to find a secret word to meet for <span class="notranslate">"kaffi"</span>. | During Swedish history, coffee has been banned several times. Some Swedes didn't follow the rules and had to find a secret word to meet for <span class="notranslate">"kaffi"</span>. | ||
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* https://hejsweden.com/en/have-coffee-breaks-called-fika-swedish/ | * https://hejsweden.com/en/have-coffee-breaks-called-fika-swedish/ | ||
* https://forvo.com/word/fika/ | * https://forvo.com/word/fika/ | ||
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Revision as of 21:02, 21 November 2021
Fika concept
Fika is an integral part of the life of every Swede. Basically, fika simply means having a coffee. But it's so much more than that. It has been described as a social institution or even a phenomenon. Swedes love their fika. This gives them the opportunity to meet and hang out with friends.
Pronunciation
Fika [ˈfiːˌka]
Fika at work
In many workplaces, fika is part of the regular daily schedule. In the morning, a fika at 10:00 a.m. and in the afternoon at 3:00 p.m.
Among Swedes, fika is a great way to exchange knowledge, opinions about what is going on in the company and, in general, to bond with your colleagues.
What's on the fika table?
The cup of coffee is essential for a fika. But, of course, not everyone likes it. Having a tea, soda, or other drink instead is just as good.
Most Swedes combine their brake with pastry, called fikabröd. Some of the most popular include kanelbullar (cinnamon rolls), chokladbollar (chocolate balls) and cookies.
History of the word "Fika"
The word "fika" originates from the word kaffi (coffee) in the 19th century - then the Swedes changed the positions of the 2 syllables and removed an "f".
kaffi → ffi-ka → fika
During Swedish history, coffee has been banned several times. Some Swedes didn't follow the rules and had to find a secret word to meet for "kaffi".
Video - Swedish Fika
Swedish Fika (the unwritten rules) 🇸🇪 - Learn Swedish