ogre in Swedish

ogre in Swedish is troll, odjur, best — ogre means a large, ugly, monstrous creature in folklore, known for its brutish strength and appetite for humans.

ogre in Swedish

troll

noun

(mythology) A type of brutish giant from folk tales that eats human flesh.

odjur

noun

(mythology) A type of brutish giant from folk tales that eats human flesh.

best

noun

(mythology) A type of brutish giant from folk tales that eats human flesh.

jätte

noun

(mythology) A type of brutish giant from folk tales that eats human flesh.

rese

noun

(mythology) A type of brutish giant from folk tales that eats human flesh.

best

noun

(figuratively) A cruel person.

odjur

noun

(figuratively) A cruel person.

What does "ogre" mean?

noun A large, ugly, monstrous creature in folklore, known for its brutish strength and appetite for humans.
"In the story, a hungry ogre guards the bridge into the village."
noun A cruel or frightening person.
"People are going to think I'm an ogre if I refuse to buy coffee for my little brother!"

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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”.

ogre in a sentence

In the story, a hungry ogre guards the bridge into the village.
People are going to think I'm an ogre if I refuse to buy coffee for my little brother!
Her boss had a reputation as an ogre who never praised anyone.

Similar words in Swedish

demon devil fiend monster

Common Swedish translations

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Frequently asked questions

What is "ogre" in Swedish?

"ogre" in Swedish is troll, odjur, best. ogre means: A large, ugly, monstrous creature in folklore, known for its brutish strength and appetite for humans.

How do you use "ogre" in a sentence?

Example: "In the story, a hungry ogre guards the bridge into the village." In Swedish, "ogre" is troll, odjur, best.

Are there other ways to say "ogre" in Swedish?

Yes — Swedish has 5 translations listed for "ogre": troll, odjur, best, jätte, rese.

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