New Swedish words

 

  • “Eurobävning”—a description of the collaboration of European countries shaking in its foundations. Above: An old map of Europe.
  • New Swedish words
    Ben Bernanke, currently chairman of the Federal Reserve, has reportedly said 'If you want to understand geology, study earthquakes. If you want to understand the economy, study the Depression.' Makes you wonder what that says about this new word in the Swedish language:
    “Eurobävning”—the collaboration of European countries is shaking in its foundations. “Bävning,” the Swedish word for “quake,” as in “jordbävning” meaning earthquake.