How to say “My name is…” in Swedish
The most common way to say “my name is…” in Swedish. Tap to copy or hear it pronounced.
Jag heter…
In a sentence
English
Hello, my name is…
Swedish
Hej, Jag heter…
Frequently asked
How do you say "My name is…" in Swedish?
"My name is…" in Swedish is "Jag heter…". This is the most common everyday rendering; depending on context, formal/informal or dialectal variants may apply.
How is "Jag heter…" written in Swedish?
"Jag heter…" is the standard written form in Swedish, rendered left-to-right.
How do you pronounce "Jag heter…" in Swedish?
Tap the speaker icon on this page to hear "Jag heter…" pronounced by a native-style synthetic voice. For practice, repeat the phrase out loud immediately after listening — the rhythm and stress are usually what trips learners up, not the individual sounds.
What does "Jag heter…" mean in English?
"Jag heter…" is the Swedish way of saying "My name is…" in English. It's used in everyday conversation in roughly the same situations as the English original.
Are there formal or informal ways to say "My name is…" in Swedish?
Many languages — including Swedish — distinguish formal and informal registers, and may also vary by speaker gender, plurality, or regional dialect. "Jag heter…" is the most broadly understood form; for register-specific variants, use the full translator above with your exact sentence.
Where is Swedish spoken?
Swedish is spoken by an estimated 10 million people worldwide. Use the language page to translate full text and explore where the language is used.
Is there a free Swedish dictionary?
Yes — Polytranslator provides a free Swedish dictionary with word-by-word translations and example usage. Click the dictionary link on this page to look up individual words from "Jag heter…" or any other Swedish text.