medbringa

Medbringa is a Swedish verb meaning to bring along something to a place or event, i.e., to carry with you for use or presence at a destination. It is commonly used when a person is expected to have or supply an item at a meeting, exam, or other gathering.

Etymology and form: the word is formed from the prefix med- meaning with, and bringa meaning to bring. The term is relatively formal and more common in written Swedish or official contexts. In everyday speech, speakers often substitute ta med or ta med sig, which are more colloquial ways to express the idea of bringing something along.

Usage: medbringa is frequently found in formal notices, invitations, and instructions. It can appear as a directive on forms or signs, sometimes in the imperative form "Medbring" to tell recipients what to bring. The verb can be used with a variety of objects, such as documents, equipment, or other items required for an event or procedure. In conversational Swedish, speakers tend to use ta med or ta med sig rather than medbringa.

Examples:

- Medbring legitimation när du hämtar ut paketet.

- Följande dokument bör medbringas till intervjun.

- Mötet kräver att varje deltagare medbringar en laptop.

Related terms and alternatives: ta med, ta med sig, medtag. Medbringa is part of a broader family of phrases in Swedish that express bringing or carrying objects to a place, with ta med being the more common everyday counterpart.