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behind someone's back in Swedish

behind someone's back in Swedish is bakom någons rygg, bakom ryggen på någon.

behind someone's back in Swedish

bakom någons rygg

(idiomatic) Without somebody's knowledge; secretly.

bakom ryggen på någon

(idiomatic) Without somebody's knowledge; secretly.

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C2 · Advanced serendipity Fortunate discoveries made entirely by accident.

Gen Z slang rizz Charm — the ability to attract a romantic interest.

B2 · Intermediate empathy The capacity to share another person’s feelings.

C1 · Advanced nonchalant Casually calm and relaxed; unconcerned.

Internet slang delulu Delusional — believing something against the odds.

Etymology nostalgia Greek nostos “return home” + algos “pain”.

C2 · Advanced serendipity Fortunate discoveries made entirely by accident.

Gen Z slang rizz Charm — the ability to attract a romantic interest.

B2 · Intermediate empathy The capacity to share another person’s feelings.

C1 · Advanced nonchalant Casually calm and relaxed; unconcerned.

Internet slang delulu Delusional — believing something against the odds.

Etymology nostalgia Greek nostos “return home” + algos “pain”.

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Frequently asked questions

What is "behind someone's back" in Swedish?

"behind someone's back" in Swedish is bakom någons rygg, bakom ryggen på någon.

Are there other ways to say "behind someone's back" in Swedish?

Yes — Swedish has 2 translations listed for "behind someone's back": bakom någons rygg, bakom ryggen på någon.

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