Sweden

Northern Europe, Sweden
Sweden

People from Sweden are called:

Male/General:

Swedish

Pronunciation:

/ˈswiːdɪʃ/

Etymology & Origin

From the Old Norse 'Svíþjóð', meaning 'realm of the Swedes'.

About Sweden

  • Capital city: Stockholm.
  • EU member since 1995, Schengen area member since 2001.
  • Nordic country known for innovation, welfare state, and design.
  • Famous for IKEA, Volvo, ABBA, and environmental consciousness.

Quick Facts

Population:
10,536,632 (2024 est.)
Country:
Sweden
Region:
Northern Europe

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