Swedish Words for Purple

The Swedish word for purple is lila. Purple hues evoke richness, calm, and mystery, and Swedish has many subtle ways to express its variations.

Common Shades and Synonyms

lila – purple (base color)
mörklila – dark purple
ljuslila – light purple
lavendel – lavender
violett – violet
syren – lilac
purpur – deep purple / royal purple
plommon – plum
ametist – amethyst

Poetic and Descriptive Expressions

skymningslila – twilight purple
mystisk ton – mysterious hue
kunglig färg – royal color