vab

temporary leave to care for a sick child

Intermediate Noun en

🔊

Pronunciation

/vabː/

💡

Cultural Note

VAB is a very common Swedish family term linked to state-supported leave when children are sick.

📝 Example Sentences

Jag är hemma på vab i dag.

I am home on leave to care for a sick child today.

Vi delar på vab när barnen är sjuka.

We share the sick-child leave when the children are ill.