When we say someone or something is fornuftig, it means they are logical and make good sense. Imagine a decision that is smart and practical – that's fornuftig. It's about being reasonable and having good judgment. So, if your friend gives you really good advice, you could say their advice is fornuftig.
When we say someone or something is fornuftig, it means they are logical and sensible. It's about making good choices based on reason, not just feelings. Think of it like being practical and having common sense. For example, a fornuftig person doesn't spend all their money on sweets!
When we say something or someone is fornuftig, it means they are characterized by good judgment and practical wisdom. It describes an approach that is reasonable, well-thought-out, and generally avoids extremes or irrationality. Think of it as being level-headed and having common sense. This word is often used to commend someone for making smart decisions or for having a realistic outlook on a situation.
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§ Understanding 'fornuftig'
Let's talk about the Danish word 'fornuftig'. It's an adjective you'll hear quite a bit, and it's super useful for describing people, decisions, or even things. Think of it as meaning 'logical and sensible' or 'reasonable'. It's about making good choices based on good judgment.
When someone is described as 'fornuftig', it means they usually think things through. They don't make rash decisions. They consider the facts, the consequences, and what makes the most sense. It's a positive trait in Danish culture, where practicality and level-headedness are valued.
- Definition
- Logical and sensible.
§ When to use 'fornuftig'
You can use 'fornuftig' in many situations. Here are some common ones:
- Describing people: If someone is known for being level-headed and making smart choices, you'd call them 'fornuftig'.
- Describing decisions or actions: A 'fornuftig' decision is one that is well-thought-out and practical.
- Describing advice: If someone gives good, practical advice, it's 'fornuftig' advice.
- Describing solutions: A solution that is practical and effective is 'fornuftig'.
- Describing prices: Sometimes, 'fornuftig' can even describe a fair or reasonable price.
Let's look at some examples to make this clearer. Pay attention to how 'fornuftig' changes depending on what it's describing. Remember, adjectives in Danish often change their endings to agree with the noun they modify.
Han er en meget fornuftig mand. (He is a very sensible man.)
Det var en fornuftig beslutning at spare penge. (It was a sensible decision to save money.)
Hun gav mig nogle fornuftige råd. (She gave me some sensible advice.)
Prisen var meget fornuftig. (The price was very reasonable.)
So, when you want to express that something or someone is logical, practical, or simply makes good sense, 'fornuftig' is the word you're looking for. It implies a degree of wisdom and good judgment, not just being smart, but being smart in a practical way that benefits the situation or others.
§ Why it's useful to know
Knowing 'fornuftig' helps you understand Danish conversations better, especially when people are discussing decisions, planning, or describing someone's personality. It's a key word for expressing approval of a practical approach. It also allows you to sound more natural when you're speaking Danish, as you can praise someone for their good judgment or describe a good plan effectively.
Using 'fornuftig' correctly shows that you're not just translating words, but you're starting to understand the nuances of Danish thinking and communication. It's about being grounded and realistic, which is a big part of the Danish mindset. So, practice using it, and you'll sound much more like a native speaker!
§ Fornuftig: Logical and sensible
- Definition
- Logical and sensible.
Alright, let's get into where you'll actually hear and use the Danish word 'fornuftig'. It's an adjective, and it pops up quite a bit when people are talking about decisions, plans, or even people themselves. Think of it as a go-to word for something that just makes good sense. It's not fancy, it's practical, just like how we like to be.
§ At work or in professional settings
In the workplace, 'fornuftig' is gold. You'll hear it when colleagues discuss strategies, budgets, or how to handle a project. It implies that a solution is well-thought-out and practical, not just some wild idea. It's about being grounded and realistic.
Det er en fornuftig løsning på problemet.
Here, 'løsning' means solution. So, 'That's a sensible solution to the problem.' You can also use it to describe a person's approach.
Han har altid en meget fornuftig tilgang til tingene.
'Tilgang' means approach. So, 'He always has a very sensible approach to things.' It's a compliment, indicating reliability and good judgment.
§ In school or educational contexts
Even in school, 'fornuftig' shows up. Teachers might use it to praise a student's answer or a group's project plan. It's about demonstrating sound reasoning.
Det var et fornuftigt spørgsmål, Peter.
'Spørgsmål' means question. 'That was a sensible question, Peter.' This indicates the question was relevant and showed good understanding. Or when discussing study habits:
Det er en fornuftig studieplan, du har lavet.
'Studieplan' means study plan. 'That's a sensible study plan you've made.' It means the plan is realistic and likely to lead to success.
§ In the news or general discussions
In the news or when people are discussing current events, 'fornuftig' is used to describe policies, decisions by politicians, or general public opinion. It often implies a desire for stability and a pragmatic approach.
Det er en fornuftig økonomisk politik.
'Økonomisk politik' means economic policy. 'That is a sensible economic policy.' This suggests the policy is well-reasoned and beneficial. Or when talking about choices people make:
De traf en meget fornuftig beslutning.
'Beslutning' means decision. 'They made a very sensible decision.' This highlights the wisdom and practicality behind their choice. It's a common word for when things just align with good judgment.
§ Common Mistakes with 'Fornuftig'
Alright, let's talk about 'fornuftig'. It means 'logical and sensible'. Easy enough, right? Well, not always. There are a few common traps Danish learners fall into. Let's make sure you don't make them.
§ Mistake 1: Confusing 'Fornuftig' with 'Wise' or 'Clever'
While a fornuftig person might also be wise, the words aren't interchangeable. 'Fornuftig' is about making practical, sound decisions based on facts and common sense. It's not about deep wisdom or high intelligence.
- DEFINITION
- 'Fornuftig' = Logical and sensible. Not 'wise' or 'clever'.
You might think someone who is clever is automatically fornuftig, but that's not always true. A clever person can do something very silly (not fornuftig!).
§ Mistake 2: Overusing 'Fornuftig' for Everything Good
Sometimes learners use 'fornuftig' to describe anything positive. While a fornuftig decision is usually a good one, you can't use 'fornuftig' for every 'good' thing. For example, you wouldn't say 'en fornuftig kage' (a sensible cake) unless you're talking about its nutritional value in a very specific context. It just sounds odd.
Det var en fornuftig pris. (It was a sensible price.)
Here, 'fornuftig' works because a price can be logical and reasonable. But you wouldn't say 'en fornuftig bil' unless you're specifically talking about its practical features, not its coolness or speed.
Han traf en fornuftig beslutning. (He made a sensible decision.)
This is a perfect use. Decisions are often sensible or not.
§ Mistake 3: Incorrect Grammatical Agreement
Remember your Danish adjective endings! 'Fornuftig' changes depending on the gender and number of the noun it describes. This is a basic Danish grammar rule, but it's easy to forget when you're focusing on vocabulary.
En fornuftig mand (A sensible man - common gender)
Et fornuftigt valg (A sensible choice - neuter gender)
Nogle fornuftige løsninger (Some sensible solutions - plural)
Always pay attention to whether you need the '-t' or '-e' ending.
§ Mistake 4: Using 'Fornuftig' for Feelings or Emotions
You can't have 'fornuftige følelser' (sensible feelings). Feelings are just feelings; they aren't logical or illogical in themselves. You can have a sensible reaction to feelings, or make a sensible decision based on them, but not sensible feelings.
Han reagerede på en fornuftig måde. (He reacted in a sensible way.)
This is correct. The *way* he reacted was sensible.
§ How to Use 'Fornuftig' Correctly
To sum up, 'fornuftig' is about practicality, good judgment, and common sense. It's often used for:
Decisions, solutions, plans, advice (beslutning, løsning, plan, råd)
People acting reasonably (en fornuftig person)
Prices, offers, deals (pris, tilbud, handel)
Economic or practical choices (økonomisk, praktisk valg)
Keep these points in mind, and you'll be using 'fornuftig' like a true Dane in no time. It's a very useful word, just make sure you apply it where it makes actual sense!
Wusstest du?
The 'for-' prefix often indicates a forward or intensified action, so 'fornuftig' is like 'fully reasoned'.
Aussprachehilfe
- Making the 'f' sound too harsh.
- Not distinguishing between 'o' and 'å' sounds properly.
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Wichtige Grammatik
Adjectives typically agree in gender and number with the noun they modify. For common gender singular nouns (en-words), 'fornuftig' remains unchanged.
En fornuftig løsning. (A sensible solution.)
For neuter gender singular nouns (et-words), an '-t' is added to the adjective.
Et fornuftigt valg. (A sensible choice.)
For plural nouns of any gender, an '-e' is added to the adjective.
Fornuftige mennesker. (Sensible people.)
When the adjective is in the definite form (preceded by 'den', 'det', 'de', or a possessive pronoun), an '-e' is added.
Den fornuftige beslutning. (The sensible decision.)
The comparative form of 'fornuftig' is 'mere fornuftig' (more sensible) and the superlative is 'mest fornuftig' (most sensible).
Dette er et mere fornuftigt forslag. (This is a more sensible suggestion.) Han er den mest fornuftige person jeg kender. (He is the most sensible person I know.)
Beispiele nach Niveau
Det er en fornuftig idé.
It is a sensible idea.
Hun er en fornuftig person.
She is a sensible person.
Det lyder fornuftigt.
That sounds logical.
Han træffer fornuftige valg.
He makes sensible choices.
Er det en fornuftig pris?
Is it a reasonable price?
Vi skal finde en fornuftig løsning.
We need to find a sensible solution.
Det var et fornuftigt svar.
It was a logical answer.
Er du fornuftig?
Are you being sensible?
Det er et fornuftigt valg.
It is a logical choice.
Hun er en meget fornuftig person.
She is a very sensible person.
Er det en fornuftig pris?
Is it a reasonable price?
Han tog en fornuftig beslutning.
He made a sensible decision.
Vi skal finde en fornuftig løsning.
We need to find a logical solution.
Det lyder som en fornuftig plan.
That sounds like a sensible plan.
Vær fornuftig!
Be sensible!
En fornuftig person tænker sig om.
A sensible person thinks carefully.
Det er en fornuftig pris for bilen.
It's a reasonable price for the car.
Hun traf en fornuftig beslutning.
She made a sensible decision.
Er det fornuftigt at investere nu?
Is it wise to invest now?
Du bør spise en fornuftig morgenmad.
You should eat a sensible breakfast.
Vi fandt en fornuftig løsning på problemet.
We found a logical solution to the problem.
Det er fornuftigt at spare penge op.
It's sensible to save money.
Han er altid meget fornuftig.
He is always very logical.
En fornuftig person tænker sig om.
A sensible person thinks things through.
Det er en fornuftig beslutning at spare penge til din pension.
It is a sensible decision to save money for your pension.
Han er altid meget fornuftig, når han giver råd.
He is always very logical when he gives advice.
Vi skal finde en fornuftig løsning på dette problem.
We need to find a sensible solution to this problem.
Det er ikke fornuftigt at køre så stærkt i det vejr.
It is not sensible to drive so fast in this weather.
Hun har altid en fornuftig tilgang til tingene.
She always has a logical approach to things.
En fornuftig person ville overveje alle muligheder først.
A sensible person would consider all options first.
Det er fornuftigt at læse instrukserne, før du bruger apparatet.
It is logical to read the instructions before using the appliance.
De tog en fornuftig beslutning om at udsætte mødet.
They made a sensible decision to postpone the meeting.
Det er en fornuftig beslutning at spare penge til din fremtid.
It is a sensible decision to save money for your future.
Hun er altid meget fornuftig, når det kommer til økonomi.
She is always very sensible when it comes to finances.
Er det en fornuftig idé at køre i det dårlige vejr?
Is it a sensible idea to drive in this bad weather?
Vi må finde en fornuftig løsning på problemet.
We must find a sensible solution to the problem.
Han er kendt for sine fornuftige råd.
He is known for his sensible advice.
En fornuftig person ville ikke gøre det.
A sensible person would not do that.
Det ville være fornuftigt at starte projektet i god tid.
It would be sensible to start the project well in advance.
Hun handlede meget fornuftigt under krisen.
She acted very sensibly during the crisis.
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Häufige Phrasen
Det er en fornuftig idé.
That is a sensible idea.
Han traf en fornuftig beslutning.
He made a logical decision.
Vi skal finde en fornuftig løsning.
We need to find a sensible solution.
Hun er en meget fornuftig kvinde.
She is a very sensible woman.
Det lyder meget fornuftigt.
That sounds very logical.
Vær fornuftig!
Be sensible!
Er det fornuftigt at gøre det?
Is it logical to do that?
De har en fornuftig tilgang til problemet.
They have a sensible approach to the problem.
Man skal handle fornuftigt.
One should act sensibly.
En fornuftig person ville ikke gøre det.
A sensible person would not do that.
Wird oft verwechselt mit
'Fornuftig' means sensible/logical. 'Praktisk' means practical/useful.
'Fornuftig' is about common sense and good judgment. 'Klog' means intelligent/clever.
'Fornuftig' is often used in everyday situations for good sense. 'Rationel' is more about reasoning based on facts and logic.
Redewendungen & Ausdrücke
"at være ved sin fulde fem"
To be in one's right mind, to be perfectly sane.
Han er stadig ved sin fulde fem, selvom han er gammel. (He is still in his right mind, even though he is old.)
neutral"at have jord under neglene"
To be down to earth, practical.
Hun er en kvinde med jord under neglene. (She is a woman with dirt under her nails, meaning she is down-to-earth.)
neutral"at tænke sig om"
To think carefully, to consider.
Du skal tænke dig om, før du beslutter dig. (You need to think carefully before you decide.)
neutral"at have begge ben på jorden"
To be realistic, grounded.
Hun har altid begge ben på jorden. (She always has both feet on the ground.)
neutral"at stikke en finger i jorden"
To test the waters, to gauge the situation.
Vi må stikke en finger i jorden, før vi handler. (We must put a finger in the ground, meaning we must test the waters, before we act.)
neutral"at være klogere end sit eget bedste"
To be too clever for one's own good.
Han er klogere end sit eget bedste, og det skaber ofte problemer. (He is cleverer than his own best, and that often creates problems.)
neutral"at have hovedet på rette sted"
To have one's head screwed on right, to be sensible.
Med hovedet på rette sted kan du klare alt. (With your head in the right place, you can handle anything.)
neutral"at få øjnene op for noget"
To realize something, to become aware of something.
Jeg fik øjnene op for problemet. (I got my eyes open for the problem, meaning I realized the problem.)
neutral"at være ude med snøren"
To be on the lookout, to be looking for something (often in a shrewd or opportunistic way).
Han er altid ude med snøren efter et godt tilbud. (He is always out with the fishing line, meaning he is always on the lookout, for a good deal.)
informal"at holde tungen lige i munden"
To be careful, to concentrate.
Du skal holde tungen lige i munden, når du udfører den opgave. (You need to keep your tongue straight in your mouth, meaning you need to be careful, when you perform that task.)
neutralLeicht verwechselbar
'For' can mean 'too' (as in 'too much'), 'for' (as in 'for someone'), or even 'because'.
Context is key. 'For koldt' (too cold) vs. 'en gave til dig' (a gift for you).
Det er *for* koldt i dag. (It's *too* cold today.)
'At' is both the infinitive marker (like 'to' in English) and a conjunction meaning 'that'.
If it precedes a verb, it's 'to'. If it introduces a clause, it's 'that'.
Jeg elsker *at* spise. (I love *to* eat.) Jeg ved, *at* du er her. (I know *that* you are here.)
These possessive pronouns refer back to the subject of the sentence, which is different from 'hans/hendes/deres'.
'Sin/sit/sine' are reflexive possessives. They agree in gender and number with the object possessed.
Han elsker *sin* hund. (He loves *his own* dog.) Han elsker *hans* hund. (He loves *another person's* dog.)
Both mean 'some' or 'any' but 'nogen' is for countable nouns and 'noget' is for uncountable nouns.
'Nogen' is for plural or countable nouns. 'Noget' is for singular uncountable nouns or when referring to 'something'.
Har du *nogen* spørgsmål? (Do you have *any* questions?) Har du *noget* vand? (Do you have *any* water?)
'Man' means 'one' or 'you' in a general sense, not a specific person.
It's an indefinite pronoun, similar to 'one' in English, used for general statements.
*Man* skal spise sundt. (*One* should eat healthily.)
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A very useful word! You’ll hear it often in conversations about everyday decisions, plans, or advice. It implies a decision or action that is well-thought-out, practical, and makes good sense. You can also use it to describe a person who generally makes good decisions.
Examples:
En fornuftig beslutning. (A sensible decision.)
Det lyder fornuftigt. (That sounds sensible/reasonable.)
Han er en meget fornuftig mand. (He is a very sensible man.)
Vi skal finde en fornuftig løsning. (We need to find a sensible solution.)
Danes don't really use 'reasonable' in the English sense for people. While 'fornuftig' can mean reasonable, you wouldn't typically say 'Han er fornuftig' to mean 'He is reasonable' in the sense of 'he is fair' or 'he is moderate'. For fairness, you'd use 'retfærdig' or 'rimelig'. For moderation, 'moderat'.
So, while 'fornuftig' can sometimes translate to 'reasonable', don't overuse it in contexts where 'fair' or 'moderate' would be more appropriate in English.
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Basic Meaning
Think of 'fornuftig' as meaning someone or something is logical, sensible, or reasonable.
Everyday Use
You can use 'fornuftig' to describe a person, an idea, a decision, or even a price. It implies good judgment.
Opposite Idea
The opposite of 'fornuftig' would be 'ufonuftig' (unreasonable/senseless) or 'fjollet' (silly/foolish).
Context Matters
Consider the context. A 'fornuftig pris' (reasonable price) is a good thing, while a 'fornuftig løsning' (sensible solution) is also positive.
Grammar Note
As an adjective, 'fornuftig' changes form. 'En fornuftig mand' (a sensible man), 'et fornuftigt valg' (a sensible choice), 'de fornuftige mennesker' (the sensible people).
Not Just 'Smart'
Don't confuse 'fornuftig' with 'intelligent' or 'klog' (smart/clever). While a smart person can be sensible, 'fornuftig' specifically refers to sound judgment, not just high intelligence.
Danish Value
Being 'fornuftig' is often seen as a positive trait in Danish culture, reflecting a preference for practicality and avoiding extremes.
Common Phrase
You might hear 'Det lyder fornuftigt' (That sounds sensible/reasonable), which is a common way to agree with an idea.
Related Words
Related concepts include 'rationel' (rational) or 'praktisk' (practical), though 'fornuftig' is more about overall good judgment.
Practice Sentence
Try to form a sentence: 'Hun traf en fornuftig beslutning.' (She made a sensible decision.)
Wortherkunft
Old Norse
Ursprüngliche Bedeutung: having good understanding or reason
North GermanicKultureller Kontext
Danes highly value practicality and common sense, so describing something or someone as 'fornuftig' is a strong compliment. It suggests a reliable and grounded approach to life and problem-solving, aligning with the concept of 'hygge' through its implication of a well-ordered and comfortable existence.
Häufig gestellte Fragen
10 FragenYou can use 'fornuftig' just like you would use 'sensible' or 'logical' in English. For example, 'Det er et fornuftigt valg' (That is a sensible choice) or 'Han er en fornuftig mand' (He is a sensible man).
Good question! While both can relate to intelligence, 'klog' (clever/smart) implies mental acuity or knowledge. 'Fornuftig' (sensible/logical) focuses more on sound judgment and practicality. So, someone can be klog without always being fornuftig, and vice versa.
Yes, 'fornuftig' is an adjective, so it will change depending on the noun it describes. For common neuter nouns, it becomes 'fornuftigt' (e.g., 'et fornuftigt hus' - a sensible house). In plural or with a definite article, it's 'fornuftige' (e.g., 'de fornuftige beslutninger' - the sensible decisions).
Absolutely! You can use it to describe decisions, plans, solutions, actions, or even prices. For instance, 'en fornuftig pris' (a sensible price) or 'en fornuftig løsning' (a sensible solution).
A good opposite would be 'ufornuftig' (unreasonable/unwise) or 'dum' (stupid/foolish) depending on the context. For example, 'Det er et ufornuftigt valg' (That is an unreasonable choice).
Yes, it's quite a common and useful word. You'll hear it often in everyday conversations, especially when discussing choices, decisions, or people's character.
Yes, it can certainly imply 'reasonable' in many contexts, especially when talking about prices, expectations, or demands. For example, 'Det lyder fornuftigt' (That sounds reasonable/sensible).
It's pronounced roughly like 'for-nooft-ee'. The 'o' sound is a bit like the 'oo' in 'book', and the 'u' is like the 'oo' in 'moon' but shorter. The 'g' at the end is often very soft, almost silent, or like a soft 'y' sound.
A very common one is 'Det lyder fornuftigt' (That sounds sensible/reasonable). Another is 'tage en fornuftig beslutning' (to make a sensible decision).
It's a neutral word, neither particularly formal nor informal. You can use it in a wide range of situations without it sounding out of place.
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Det er en ___ idé at spare penge.
The sentence means 'It is a ___ idea to save money.' 'God' (good) fits best, making it a sensible idea.
Han tænker altid ___.
The sentence means 'He always thinks ___.' 'Logisk' (logically) implies a sensible thought process.
Det er ___ at sove om natten.
The sentence means 'It is ___ to sleep at night.' 'Vigtigt' (important) suggests it's a sensible thing to do for health.
Hun er en ___ person.
The sentence means 'She is an ___ person.' 'Intelligent' (intelligent) aligns with being logical and sensible.
En ___ plan er vigtig.
The sentence means 'A ___ plan is important.' 'Enkel' (simple) can imply a practical and sensible approach.
Det er ___ at lære nye ting.
The sentence means 'It is ___ to learn new things.' 'Godt' (good) suggests it's a sensible and beneficial activity.
Vælg det ord, der bedst beskriver en person, der tænker logisk og handler klogt.
'Fornuftig' betyder logisk og klog. De andre ord passer ikke ind i den betydning.
Hvilket ord betyder 'sensible' på dansk?
'Fornuftig' kan oversættes til 'sensible' på engelsk. De andre ord har andre betydninger.
Han er altid meget _______. Han tager gode beslutninger.
Hvis han tager gode beslutninger, er han 'fornuftig'.
En 'fornuftig' beslutning er en dårlig beslutning.
En 'fornuftig' beslutning er en god og klog beslutning, ikke en dårlig en.
Hvis man er 'fornuftig', tænker man klart.
Ja, at være 'fornuftig' betyder, at man tænker klart og logisk.
En kat kan være 'fornuftig'.
'Fornuftig' bruges om mennesker og deres tænkning. Dyr træffer ikke 'fornuftige' beslutninger på samme måde som mennesker.
Listen for 'fornuftig' in a sentence about a person.
Listen for 'fornuftig' describing an idea.
Listen for 'fornuftigt' describing how someone thinks.
Read this aloud:
Hun er meget fornuftig.
Focus: for-nuft-ig
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Det er et fornuftigt valg.
Focus: valg
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Du er fornuftig.
Focus: Du er
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Write a short sentence saying that a car is practical.
Well written! Good try! Check the sample answer below.
Sample answer
Bilen er fornuftig.
Write a short sentence saying that a decision is sensible.
Well written! Good try! Check the sample answer below.
Sample answer
Beslutningen er fornuftig.
Write a short sentence describing a person as logical.
Well written! Good try! Check the sample answer below.
Sample answer
Han er en fornuftig person.
Is the new phone logical or sensible?
Read this passage:
Jeg har en ny telefon. Den er ikke fornuftig, men den er sjov.
Is the new phone logical or sensible?
The text says 'Den er ikke fornuftig', which means 'It is not sensible'.
The text says 'Den er ikke fornuftig', which means 'It is not sensible'.
What is sensible to do?
Read this passage:
At spare penge er en fornuftig ting at gøre.
What is sensible to do?
'At spare penge' means 'to save money', and the sentence states this is 'en fornuftig ting at gøre' (a sensible thing to do).
'At spare penge' means 'to save money', and the sentence states this is 'en fornuftig ting at gøre' (a sensible thing to do).
Why is he good at solving problems?
Read this passage:
Han tænker altid fornuftigt. Derfor er han god til at løse problemer.
Why is he good at solving problems?
The text says 'Han tænker altid fornuftigt' (He always thinks logically), and 'Derfor er han god til at løse problemer' (Therefore, he is good at solving problems).
The text says 'Han tænker altid fornuftigt' (He always thinks logically), and 'Derfor er han god til at løse problemer' (Therefore, he is good at solving problems).
This means 'It is a car.' In Danish, the verb usually comes after the subject.
This means 'I eat food.' The basic sentence structure is Subject-Verb-Object.
This means 'She drinks water.' Remember the verb 'drikker' for 'drinks'.
Det er en ___ idé at spare penge til en regnvejrsdag.
'Fornuftig' betyder 'sensible'. At spare penge er en fornuftig idé.
Han træffer altid ___ beslutninger, så jeg stoler på ham.
'Fornuftige' betyder 'sensible'. Man træffer fornuftige beslutninger.
Er det en ___ ting at gøre, at tjekke vejret før en cykeltur?
'Fornuftig' betyder 'sensible'. At tjekke vejret er en fornuftig ting at gøre.
Hun gav mig nogle meget ___ råd om, hvordan jeg skulle studere.
'Fornuftige' betyder 'sensible'. Man kan give fornuftige råd.
At spise sundt er en ___ livsstil.
'Fornuftig' betyder 'sensible'. En sund livsstil er fornuftig.
Det virker ikke ___ at købe noget, man ikke har brug for.
'Fornuftigt' betyder 'sensible'. Det er ikke fornuftigt at købe unødvendige ting.
Listen for 'fornuftig' in a sentence about an idea.
Listen for 'fornuftig' in a sentence about a decision.
Listen for 'fornuftig' in a question about a price.
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Han er en fornuftig mand.
Focus: for-nuft-ig
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Vi skal finde en fornuftig løsning.
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Det lyder fornuftigt.
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Word order in Danish simple sentences is often Subject-Verb-Object.
The subject usually comes before the verb in a declarative sentence.
Subject-verb-object is a common structure for simple sentences.
Det er en meget ___ beslutning at spare penge til en regnvejrsdag.
To spare money for a rainy day is a logical and sensible decision.
Han kom med et ___ forslag, som alle var enige om.
He came up with a logical and sensible proposal that everyone agreed on.
Du skal tænke ___ over dine valg, før du handler.
You should think logically and sensibly about your choices before acting. The adverb form is used here.
Det virker ikke særlig ___ at gå ud uden en jakke i dette vejr.
It doesn't seem very sensible to go out without a jacket in this weather. The adverb form is used here.
En ___ person vil altid overveje konsekvenserne af deres handlinger.
A logical and sensible person will always consider the consequences of their actions.
Er det en ___ ide at flytte til et nyt land uden job?
Is it a sensible idea to move to a new country without a job?
Hvilket ord betyder det samme som 'fornuftig'?
Ordet 'fornuftig' betyder, at noget er logisk og velovervejet. 'Logisk' er det tætteste synonym her.
Han tog en ______ beslutning om at spare penge op til en ny bil.
En 'fornuftig' beslutning er en, der er velovervejet og giver mening.
Hvilken sætning bruger 'fornuftig' korrekt?
'Fornuftig' bruges om en person eller en handling, der er logisk og gennemtænkt.
En 'fornuftig' person tænker ofte irrationelt.
En fornuftig person tænker logisk og rationelt, ikke irrationelt.
Det er 'fornuftigt' at tjekke vejrudsigten, før man planlægger en udendørs aktivitet.
At tjekke vejrudsigten er en praktisk og logisk handling, derfor er det fornuftigt.
At handle 'fornuftigt' betyder, at man kun tænker på sig selv.
At handle fornuftigt betyder at handle logisk og klogt, ikke nødvendigvis egoistisk.
Listen for 'fornuftig beslutning' which means 'sensible decision'.
Listen for 'meget fornuftig' which means 'very sensible'.
Listen for 'fornuftig måde' which means 'sensible way'.
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En fornuftig person tænker sig om, før de handler.
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Det lyder som en fornuftig plan.
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Vi må finde en fornuftig løsning.
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You are discussing a new project idea with a Danish colleague. Describe a 'fornuftig' approach to planning this project. What would be some 'fornuftige' steps?
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En fornuftig tilgang til at planlægge dette projekt ville være at starte med et klart mål. Vi skal lave en realistisk tidsplan og et detaljeret budget. Det er også fornuftigt at identificere potentielle problemer tidligt og have en plan B klar. Derefter skal vi definere specifikke trin og ansvar for hver person.
Your Danish friend is trying to decide between two job offers. One offers a higher salary but is far away. The other is closer but pays less. Write a short message advising them to make a 'fornuftig' decision. What considerations should they make?
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Hej! Det lyder som en svær beslutning. Jeg synes, du skal tage en fornuftig beslutning. Overvej både fordele og ulemper ved hver. Løn er vigtig, men tænk også på pendlingstid og hvordan jobbet passer til din karriere på lang sigt. Hvad føles mest fornuftigt for dit liv?
You are giving advice to a friend about how to save money. Suggest three 'fornuftige' ways to manage personal finances.
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For at spare penge er der nogle fornuftige ting, du kan gøre. Først og fremmest, lav et budget over dine indtægter og udgifter, så du ved, hvor dine penge går hen. For det andet, prøv at spare på unødvendige udgifter som f.eks. kaffe ude eller take-away. Endelig er det fornuftigt at sætte penge til side hver måned, selvom det er et lille beløb.
Hvad var den mest fornuftige løsning for Klaus?
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Klaus havde et problem. Hans bil var gået i stykker, og han skulle på arbejde. Han overvejede at tage en taxa, men det var meget dyrt. En mere fornuftig løsning ville være at tage bussen eller spørge en kollega om et lift. Han valgte bussen, da det var det billigste og mest praktiske.
Hvad var den mest fornuftige løsning for Klaus?
Teksten siger, at 'en mere fornuftig løsning ville være at tage bussen eller spørge en kollega om et lift'.
Teksten siger, at 'en mere fornuftig løsning ville være at tage bussen eller spørge en kollega om et lift'.
Hvorfor købte Mette ikke den dyre computer?
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Mette ville gerne købe en ny computer, men hun havde ikke mange penge. Hun så en dyr model, som var meget flot, men hun vidste, at det ikke var en fornuftig investering lige nu. I stedet valgte hun en billigere model, som dækkede hendes behov og passede til hendes budget.
Hvorfor købte Mette ikke den dyre computer?
Passagen nævner, at 'hun vidste, at det ikke var en fornuftig investering lige nu'.
Passagen nævner, at 'hun vidste, at det ikke var en fornuftig investering lige nu'.
Hvilken løsning blev betragtet som fornuftig for plastaffaldet?
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Læreren bad eleverne om at finde en fornuftig løsning på problemet med plastaffald i skolen. Nogle foreslog at forbyde alt plast, men det var ikke realistisk. En fornuftig tilgang var at reducere brugen af engangsplastik og øge genbrug af plastflasker. Eleverne syntes, det var en god idé.
Hvilken løsning blev betragtet som fornuftig for plastaffaldet?
Teksten angiver, at 'En fornuftig tilgang var at reducere brugen af engangsplastik og øge genbrug af plastflasker'.
Teksten angiver, at 'En fornuftig tilgang var at reducere brugen af engangsplastik og øge genbrug af plastflasker'.
The correct order is 'It is a sensible suggestion'.
The correct order is 'She is a sensible woman'.
The correct order is 'It is important to be sensible'.
Det er en meget ___ beslutning at spare penge til en regnvejrsdag.
The sentence talks about saving money for a rainy day, which is a sensible decision. 'Fornuftig' means sensible or logical.
Jeg synes, det er en ___ måde at løse problemet på – alle vinder.
Solving a problem where everyone wins is a logical and sensible approach. 'Fornuftig' fits this meaning.
For at undgå misforståelser er det altid ___ at bekræfte aftaler skriftligt.
Confirming agreements in writing to avoid misunderstandings is a sensible and logical action. 'Fornuftigt' (the neuter form of 'fornuftig' used with 'det er') is the correct choice.
Hun gav mig nogle meget ___ råd om min karriere.
Good advice for a career is sensible and logical. 'Fornuftige' (plural form of 'fornuftig' used with 'råd') is the correct choice.
At planlægge rejsen i god tid er en ___ strategi.
Planning a trip well in advance is a logical and sensible strategy. 'Fornuftig' fits this context.
Er det en ___ løsning at bruge genanvendelige poser i stedet for plastikposer?
Using reusable bags instead of plastic bags is a sensible and environmentally friendly solution. 'Fornuftig' is appropriate here.
Hvilket ord er et synonym for 'fornuftig'?
'Rimelig' betyder 'reasonable' eller 'sensible', hvilket er tæt på 'fornuftig'.
Hvilken sætning bruger 'fornuftig' korrekt?
'Fornuftig' beskriver en beslutning, der er logisk og velovervejet.
Hvilket ord er det modsatte af 'fornuftig'?
'Ufornuftig' betyder 'unreasonable' eller 'illogical', hvilket er det direkte modsatte af 'fornuftig'.
En person, der altid handler impulsivt, kan beskrives som 'fornuftig'.
'Fornuftig' indebærer overvejelse og logik, hvilket er i strid med at handle impulsivt.
At investere i en god uddannelse er ofte en 'fornuftig' beslutning.
En god uddannelse er en logisk og klog investering for fremtiden.
Man kan kun være 'fornuftig', hvis man er god til matematik.
At være 'fornuftig' handler om at tænke logisk og træffe gode beslutninger generelt, ikke kun inden for matematik.
Listen for a sensible decision.
Listen for a description of a sensible person.
Listen for a question about a sensible investment.
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Han gav mig et meget fornuftigt råd om min karriere.
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At planlægge fremad er altid en fornuftig tilgang.
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This sentence means 'It is a very sensible decision.' The word order in Danish is similar to English here.
This translates to 'He gave me some sensible advice.' 'Fornuftige' is the plural form of 'fornuftig'.
This means 'You must think more sensibly about it.' 'Fornuftigt' is the adverbial form here.
Hvilket ord er et synonym for 'fornuftig'?
'Fornuftig' betyder logisk og fornuftig. 'Praktisk' er det tætteste synonym blandt mulighederne.
Hvilken af disse sætninger bruger 'fornuftig' korrekt?
At spare op til pension er en logisk og fornuftig handling, hvilket passer til betydningen af 'fornuftig'. De andre muligheder beskriver irrationelle eller ufornuftige handlinger.
Hvilken af disse situationer kræver en 'fornuftig' tilgang?
At planlægge en rejse med et begrænset budget kræver logisk tænkning og fornuftige valg for at opnå det bedste resultat inden for de givne rammer.
En 'fornuftig' person træffer ofte impulsive beslutninger uden at overveje konsekvenserne.
En fornuftig person overvejer typisk konsekvenserne, før de træffer beslutninger, og undgår impulsive handlinger.
Det er altid fornuftigt at følge sine instinkter, uanset situationen.
Selvom instinkter kan være nyttige, er det ikke altid fornuftigt at følge dem blindt. En fornuftig tilgang indebærer ofte at veje information og overveje forskellige perspektiver.
At handle 'fornuftigt' betyder, at man tænker rationelt og handler i overensstemmelse med logik.
Dette stemmer overens med definitionen af 'fornuftig', som betyder at være logisk og fornuftig.
Det er en yderst ___ tilgang til problemet.
'Fornuftig' passer bedst her, da det refererer til en logisk og velovervejet tilgang. De andre ord giver ikke mening i konteksten.
Han traf en ___ beslutning, der afspejlede hans dybe forståelse af situationen.
Kun 'fornuftig' beskriver en beslutning, der er velovervejet og logisk baseret på forståelse. De andre muligheder er antonymer eller irrelevant.
Selvom forslaget virkede utopisk, var der en ___ kerne i dets grundlæggende principper.
Her betyder 'fornuftig' at der var en logisk og sund del af forslaget, selvom det som helhed virkede urealistisk. De andre muligheder passer ikke.
Det er en ___ strategi at investere i bæredygtige løsninger på lang sigt.
En 'fornuftig' strategi er en, der er velovervejet og giver mening i det lange løb. Dette er den eneste mulighed, der passer.
Løsningen var ikke umiddelbart indlysende, men efter grundig overvejelse blev en ___ vej frem identificeret.
En 'fornuftig' vej frem er en, der er logisk og velovervejet efter grundig tænkning. De andre ord giver ikke mening i denne sammenhæng.
At implementere disse ændringer er en absolut ___ foranstaltning for at sikre projektets succes.
En 'fornuftig' foranstaltning er en, der er nødvendig og giver mening for at opnå et ønsket resultat. De andre muligheder er enten negative eller ikke passende i konteksten.
Hvilket ord er et synonym for 'fornuftig' i konteksten af en velovervejet beslutning?
'Rimelig' (reasonable) fanger bedst nuancen af 'fornuftig' (sensible/logical) når det handler om en beslutning, der er velovervejet og begrundet.
I en diskussion om økonomisk politik, hvad ville en 'fornuftig' tilgang typisk indebære?
En fornuftig tilgang til økonomisk politik er baseret på logik og realisme, hvilket indebærer grundig analyse og pragmatisk handling frem for uovervejede eller følelsesmæssige reaktioner.
Hvilken af disse sætninger bruger 'fornuftig' korrekt i en kompleks situation?
'Fornuftig' (sensible/logical) indebærer handlinger baseret på god dømmekraft og rationel tænkning, især i vanskelige situationer, hvilket er illustreret i den korrekte sætning.
At handle 'fornuftigt' betyder altid at vælge den nemmeste løsning, uanset konsekvenserne.
At handle 'fornuftigt' indebærer at træffe velovervejede og logiske beslutninger, som ofte kan være vanskelige, men som fører til de bedste langsigtede resultater. Det er sjældent synonymt med blot at vælge den nemmeste løsning.
En 'fornuftig' person vil typisk prioritere emotionelle reaktioner frem for rationel tænkning i afgørende situationer.
En 'fornuftig' person karakteriseres ved at anvende logik og rationel tænkning, især i afgørende situationer, frem for at lade sig styre udelukkende af følelser. Selvom følelser kan spille en rolle, er det den rationelle overvejelse, der definerer fornuft.
Det er 'fornuftigt' at planlægge sin økonomi omhyggeligt for at sikre fremtidig stabilitet.
At planlægge sin økonomi omhyggeligt er et klassisk eksempel på 'fornuftig' (sensible) adfærd, da det indebærer at tænke fremad, vurdere risici og træffe logiske beslutninger for at opnå et stabilt resultat.
The speaker is talking about a sensible decision regarding investment.
Listen for how a proposal, despite appearing radical, had a sound basis.
The sentence discusses a rational approach to problem-solving.
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Det er fornuftigt at overveje alle konsekvenser, før man træffer en afgørende beslutning.
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Hendes forslag var altid fornuftige og baseret på en dyb forståelse af situationen.
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Man må udvise en fornuftig skepsis over for letkøbte løsninger.
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Imagine you are an urban planner. Write a short paragraph (3-4 sentences) outlining a 'fornuftig' solution to a common city problem like traffic congestion or waste management. Focus on the logical and sensible aspects of your proposal.
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For at mindske trafikpropper i byen, ville en fornuftig løsning være at investere massivt i offentlig transport og cykelstier. Dette vil ikke kun reducere antallet af biler, men også fremme en sundere livsstil. Yderligere kunne man implementere dynamisk prissætning på parkering for at afskrække unødvendig bilkørsel i myldretiden, hvilket ville være en effektiv og bæredygtig strategi. En sådan tilgang ville resultere i en mere flydende og mindre forurenet by, til gavn for alle borgere.
You are a CEO. Write an internal memo (3-4 sentences) to your team, explaining a 'fornuftig' decision regarding a new company policy, such as remote work or a new project prioritization. Emphasize the logical reasons behind the decision.
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Vores beslutning om at implementere en permanent hybrid arbejdsmodel er baseret på en fornuftig analyse af produktivitet og medarbejdertilfredshed. Vi har set klare fordele ved øget fleksibilitet og har derfor valgt en løsning, der balancerer individuel frihed med teamets behov for samarbejde. Dette er en rationel og fremadskuende politik, der skal sikre vores fortsatte succes og trivsel, hvilket vil styrke vores position på markedet.
As a financial advisor, write a concise email (3-4 sentences) to a client explaining a 'fornuftig' investment strategy in the current economic climate. Focus on sound reasoning and risk management.
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I den nuværende økonomiske situation er en fornuftig investeringsstrategi baseret på diversificering og en langsigtet horisont afgørende. Vi anbefaler at sprede investeringerne over forskellige aktivklasser for at mindske risiko. Dette er en rationel tilgang, der beskytter din kapital, samtidig med at den giver mulighed for stabil vækst over tid. Denne strategi vil bidrage til at sikre en robust økonomisk fremtid.
Hvilken type tilgang fremhæves som den mest 'fornuftige' i passagen for at håndtere klimakrisen?
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En fornuftig tilgang til klimakrisen involverer både globalt samarbejde og lokale initiativer. Det er ikke nok at fokusere udelukkende på én løsning; en kombination af teknologiske fremskridt, ændrede forbrugsvaner og politiske reformer er nødvendig. Mange eksperter fremhæver, at en holistisk og pragmatisk strategi er den mest fornuftige vej frem. Uden en sådan integreret indsats risikerer vi at undergrave fremtidige generationers velbefindende.
Hvilken type tilgang fremhæves som den mest 'fornuftige' i passagen for at håndtere klimakrisen?
Passagen nævner, at en 'kombination af teknologiske fremskridt, ændrede forbrugsvaner og politiske reformer er nødvendig', og at 'en holistisk og pragmatisk strategi er den mest fornuftige vej frem'.
Passagen nævner, at en 'kombination af teknologiske fremskridt, ændrede forbrugsvaner og politiske reformer er nødvendig', og at 'en holistisk og pragmatisk strategi er den mest fornuftige vej frem'.
Hvad er ifølge passagen afgørende for at træffe 'fornuftige' beslutninger i et krisescenarie?
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At træffe fornuftige beslutninger i et krisescenarie kræver ro og overblik. Emotionelle reaktioner kan ofte føre til irrationelle valg, som forværrer situationen. Det er derfor vigtigt at basere sine handlinger på fakta og en klar forståelse af konsekvenserne, selv under pres. En fornuftig leder vil altid prioritere langsigtede løsninger frem for kortsigtede lappeløsninger. Denne tilgang sikrer stabilitet og tillid i vanskelige tider.
Hvad er ifølge passagen afgørende for at træffe 'fornuftige' beslutninger i et krisescenarie?
Passagen siger, at 'det er derfor vigtigt at basere sine handlinger på fakta og en klar forståelse af konsekvenserne, selv under pres' for at træffe fornuftige beslutninger.
Passagen siger, at 'det er derfor vigtigt at basere sine handlinger på fakta og en klar forståelse af konsekvenserne, selv under pres' for at træffe fornuftige beslutninger.
Hvilke elementer indgår i en 'fornuftig' tilgang til energieffektivitet ved bygningsdesign ifølge passagen?
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Når man designer et nyt bygning, er det essentielt at have en fornuftig tilgang til energieffektivitet. Dette indebærer valg af bæredygtige materialer, optimering af naturligt lysindfald og installation af energieffektive systemer. En fornuftig byggepraksis bidrager ikke kun til at reducere driftsomkostninger, men også til at mindske bygningens miljømæssige fodaftryk. Det er en investering i fremtiden og en demonstration af ansvarlighed over for planeten. En sådan tilgang viser både fremsyn og pragmatisme.
Hvilke elementer indgår i en 'fornuftig' tilgang til energieffektivitet ved bygningsdesign ifølge passagen?
Passagen angiver, at 'Dette indebærer valg af bæredygtige materialer, optimering af naturligt lysindfald og installation af energieffektive systemer' som en del af en fornuftig tilgang til energieffektivitet.
Passagen angiver, at 'Dette indebærer valg af bæredygtige materialer, optimering af naturligt lysindfald og installation af energieffektive systemer' som en del af en fornuftig tilgang til energieffektivitet.
This sentence discusses the long-term investment in green energy as a sensible decision, using 'fornuftig' in its correct context.
This sentence emphasizes how a logical argument led to universal agreement, showcasing 'fornuftig' describing the quality of an argument.
This sentence highlights the need for a sensible solution to prevent further issues, using 'fornuftig' in relation to problem-solving.
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Summary
Use 'fornuftig' to describe someone or something that is sensible, reasonable, and shows good judgment.
- sensible
- reasonable
- logical
Basic Meaning
Think of 'fornuftig' as meaning someone or something is logical, sensible, or reasonable.
Everyday Use
You can use 'fornuftig' to describe a person, an idea, a decision, or even a price. It implies good judgment.
Opposite Idea
The opposite of 'fornuftig' would be 'ufonuftig' (unreasonable/senseless) or 'fjollet' (silly/foolish).
Context Matters
Consider the context. A 'fornuftig pris' (reasonable price) is a good thing, while a 'fornuftig løsning' (sensible solution) is also positive.
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Mehr general Wörter
afbryde
B1To stop something from continuing
afbøje
B2To deflect or turn aside.
afgørende
B1decisive or crucial
afholde
B2to hold or host an event, or to refrain from
afhængig
B1Determined or decided by something else
afkorte
B2To shorten or reduce in length.
afmærke
B2To mark or indicate a position.
afrunde
B2To conclude or make complete.
afslutte
B1to bring to an end
afsløre
B2to make something secret known
