| Meaning & Usage | Origin & Language | Examples | Where It’s Used |
| Means groggy or feeling under the weather. Often used casually when someone is tired or off their game. | Swedish colloquial slang; common in everyday conversation in Sweden. | “Jag är lite däven idag.” (I feel a bit groggy today.) | Sweden |
Description of däven
The slang word “däven” describes that sluggish, off feeling — like you’re tired, hungover, or just not feeling great. It’s an informal word used by Swedes in casual talk.
Examples in conversation:
- “Du ser däven ut.” (You look groggy.)
- “Jag känner mig däven efter festen.” (I feel groggy after the party.)
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