Reciprocal pronoun (varandra)

The Reciprocal Pronoun: varandra

When two or more people perform an action that affects one another, use the reciprocal pronoun varandra (each other / one another). It acts as an object and is paired with a plural subject like vi (we) or de (they).

In a good relationship, we support each other.
I en bra relation stöttar vi varandra.
The community is strong when we forgive each other.
Gemenskapen är stark när vi förlåter varandra.
They must cooperate and help each other.
De måste samarbeta och hjälpa varandra.

Using "varandra" with Prepositions

Many Swedish verbs pair with specific prepositions or particles. When these actions are mutual, varandra simply follows the preposition.

In our relationship, we always trust each other.
I vår relation litar vi alltid på varandra.
Why are the children arguing with each other today?
Varför bråkar barnen med varandra idag?
Sometimes we do not agree with each other.
Ibland håller vi inte med varandra.