What is the meaning of alter Schwede in German?

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German Dictionary Word Meaning of alter Schwede

1.1 exclamation of surprise or astonishment

Part of Speech - German Dictionary word alter Schwede

alter Schwede is a Interjection. A word or phrase expressing strong emotion or sudden exclamatory remarks

German Dictionary Examples of Usage of alter Schwede

1.1 Und ja, „alter Schwede, die Dramatik ist enorm“, sagt er.
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History of alter Schwede

Literally, “old Swede”.