Definite Plural
What is the definite plural?
The definite plural is used when talking about several specific things.
In English, this is usually expressed with the before a plural noun. In Swedish, the definite plural, much like the definite singular, is constructed by adding an ending to the noun, in this case the plural form.
The definite plural endings are -na, -en, and -a.
| Singular | Plural | Definite plural |
|---|---|---|
| bil | -ar | -na |
| hus | - | -en |
| äpple | -n | -a |
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