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What is the difference between er and dig in Swedish?

You're likely referring to the Swedish words "är" and "är dig". Let's break down the difference:

* är (pronounced "air") is the present tense form of the verb "to be" in the third person singular.

* Example: Hon är glad. (She is happy.)

* är dig (pronounced "air dig") is a shortened form of "är det dig" which means "is it you?".

* Example: Är dig som ringer? (Is it you calling?)

In short, "är" is a verb, while "är dig" is a question phrase.

Here's a helpful breakdown:

| Word | English Translation | Example |

|---|---|---|

| är | is | Hon är glad. (She is happy.) |

| är dig | is it you? | Är dig som ringer? (Is it you calling?) |

Hopefully this clarifies the difference!

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