spy in Swedish

spy in Swedish is spion, kunskapare, spionera — spy means a person who secretly gathers information about others, often for a government or rival organization.

spy in Swedish

spion

noun

(espionage) A person who secretly watches and examines the actions of other individuals or organizations and gathers information on them (usually to gain an advantage).

kunskapare

noun

(espionage) A person who secretly watches and examines the actions of other individuals or organizations and gathers information on them (usually to gain an advantage).

spionera

verb

(intransitive) To act as a spy.

kunskapa

verb

(intransitive) To act as a spy.

What does "spy" mean?

noun A person who secretly gathers information about others, often for a government or rival organization.
"In the film, a spy hides secret messages inside library books."
verb To secretly watch or gather information on someone.
"He was caught spying on his neighbours through a gap in the hedge."
verb To catch sight of something, often unexpectedly.
"Through the binoculars I could spy a tiny boat far out at sea."

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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”.

spy in a sentence

In the film, a spy hides secret messages inside library books.
Nobody suspected that the quiet clerk was really a spy for another country.
He was caught spying on his neighbours through a gap in the hedge.
Some companies spy on their rivals to learn about future products.

Similar words in Swedish

espy ghost mole sleuth snoop spot stag

Common Swedish translations

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Frequently asked questions

What is "spy" in Swedish?

"spy" in Swedish is spion, kunskapare, spionera. spy means: A person who secretly gathers information about others, often for a government or rival organization.

How do you use "spy" in a sentence?

Example: "In the film, a spy hides secret messages inside library books." In Swedish, "spy" is spion, kunskapare, spionera.

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

Yes — Swedish has 4 translations listed for "spy": spion, kunskapare, spionera, kunskapa.

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