blåögda

Blåögda is a Swedish term that literally means blue-eyed. It can describe someone with blue eyes, or more broadly refer to blue-eyed people as a group. The masculine singular is blåögd, and the plural form is blåögda. The word is a compound of blå (blue) and öga (eye) and follows standard Swedish gender and plural patterns.

Figuratively, blåögda most commonly means naive or gullible—innocent and credulous in a given situation. This figurative use is widespread in everyday language and can carry a mild, affectionate tone or a gentle critique, depending on context and intention. For example, the phrase can be used to indicate that someone takes things at face value or lacks worldly experience, without necessarily implying malice.

Usage notes include that blåögda can describe both individuals and groups, such as blåögda människor (blue-eyed people). When used metaphorically, the expression is typically paired with verbs like vara (to be) or seem, as in "Han är blåögd" or "Det verkar blåögd." The term remains common in Swedish conversation, journalism, and literature.

See also terms related to perception and skepticism, such as naivitet, which refers to naivety in a more formal sense. Overall, blåögda serves as a versatile descriptor in Swedish, balancing literal physical description with a frequently encountered figurative meaning.