المعنى
Not rushing a task.
خلفية ثقافية
The concept of 'fordybelse' (immersion) is a key part of Danish culture. It means taking the time to go deep into a subject or activity without distractions. Work-life balance is highly protected. Taking time for family and hobbies is seen as a sign of a successful, well-balanced life, not laziness. In the age of social media, 'at tage sig tid' is often used in the context of 'digital detox' or 'slow living' hashtags in Denmark. Danish managers often value a thorough result over a fast one. Saying you will 'tage dig tid' to review a document is seen as professional.
Use 'god' for extra politeness
Adding 'god' (Tag dig god tid) makes you sound much more like a native speaker and very friendly.
Don't forget the 'sig'!
Without the reflexive pronoun, the phrase sounds broken or like you are timing something with a clock.
المعنى
Not rushing a task.
Use 'god' for extra politeness
Adding 'god' (Tag dig god tid) makes you sound much more like a native speaker and very friendly.
Don't forget the 'sig'!
Without the reflexive pronoun, the phrase sounds broken or like you are timing something with a clock.
The 'Hygge' connection
Use this phrase when inviting someone to relax. It's a key part of creating a 'hyggelig' atmosphere.
اختبر نفسك
Fill in the correct reflexive pronoun.
Jeg tager ___ tid til at lære de nye ord.
The subject is 'Jeg' (I), so the reflexive pronoun must be 'mig' (myself).
Which sentence is correct?
How do you tell a friend to take their time?
'Tag dig tid' is the standard way to tell someone (du) to take their time.
Match the Danish phrase with its English meaning.
Match the following:
These are all common time-related collocations in Danish.
Complete the dialogue.
A: 'Undskyld jeg er så langsom.' B: 'Det gør ikke noget, ___.'
'Tag dig god tid' is the most natural response to someone apologizing for being slow.
In which situation would you say 'Jeg tager mig tid til at gøre det ordentligt'?
Choose the best context:
This phrase emphasizes quality and lack of rush, perfect for a task like painting.
🎉 النتيجة: /5
وسائل تعلم بصرية
بنك التمارين
5 تمارينJeg tager ___ tid til at lære de nye ord.
The subject is 'Jeg' (I), so the reflexive pronoun must be 'mig' (myself).
How do you tell a friend to take their time?
'Tag dig tid' is the standard way to tell someone (du) to take their time.
طابق كل عنصر على اليسار مع زوجه على اليمين:
These are all common time-related collocations in Danish.
A: 'Undskyld jeg er så langsom.' B: 'Det gør ikke noget, ___.'
'Tag dig god tid' is the most natural response to someone apologizing for being slow.
Choose the best context:
This phrase emphasizes quality and lack of rush, perfect for a task like painting.
🎉 النتيجة: /5
الأسئلة الشائعة
5 أسئلةNo, that sounds like you are measuring time. You must say 'Jeg tager mig tid' if you mean you are not rushing.
It is neutral. You can use it with your boss, your friends, or a stranger.
They are almost identical. 'Give sig tid' sounds slightly more like you are being kind to yourself.
If you mention an activity, yes. 'Jeg tager mig tid TIL at læse.'
Just write 'Tag dig god tid!' or 'Ingen stress!'
عبارات ذات صلة
at give sig tid
synonymTo give oneself time.
at have god tid
similarTo have plenty of time.
at skynde sig
contrastTo hurry.
at afsætte tid
specialized formTo set aside/allocate time.
