Swedes vs. Swedish — What's the Difference?

Swedes (Swedish: svenskar) are a North Germanic ethnic group native to the Nordic region, primarily their nation state of Sweden, who share a common ancestry, culture, history and language. They mostly inhabit Sweden and the other Nordic countries, in particular Finland, with a substantial diaspora in other countries, especially the United States.

Of or relating to Sweden, the Swedes, or their culture or language.

A native or inhabitant of Sweden.

The North Germanic language of Sweden and parts of Finland.

A person of Swedish ancestry.

Of or pertaining to Sweden or its inhabitants.

See rutabaga.

The language of Swedes.

Plural of swede

A Scandinavian language that is the official language of Sweden and one of two official languages of Finland

Of or relating to or characteristic of Sweden or its people or culture or language;