Bedeutung
Expressing admiration for someone
Kultureller Hintergrund
The phrase is a cornerstone of modern Norwegian parenting, emphasizing 'mestring' (mastery) and self-esteem. In Sami culture, pride is often expressed through 'yoik' or by acknowledging one's connection to the land and ancestors, though the Norwegian phrase is used in bilingual contexts. Norwegian workplaces are flat. A boss saying 'Jeg er stolt av teamet' is common and helps maintain the 'dugnad' spirit. Norway is a 'vintersportnasjon'. This phrase is heard constantly on TV during the Olympics or skiing championships.
The 'Av' Rule
Always use 'av' for people. If you forget, just think: 'A' for 'Admire' = 'Av'.
Don't be shy!
Norwegians love receiving this compliment, even if they act modest. It's a great way to make friends.
Bedeutung
Expressing admiration for someone
The 'Av' Rule
Always use 'av' for people. If you forget, just think: 'A' for 'Admire' = 'Av'.
Don't be shy!
Norwegians love receiving this compliment, even if they act modest. It's a great way to make friends.
Plural Check
Don't forget the 'e' in 'stolte' when talking about a group!
Teste dich selbst
Fill in the correct preposition.
Jeg er stolt ___ deg.
In Norwegian, you are always proud 'av' someone.
Choose the correct plural form.
Vi er ___ av barna våre.
When the subject is plural (Vi), the adjective 'stolt' gets an -e.
Complete the dialogue with the most natural response.
A: Jeg vant gullmedaljen! B: Gratulerer! ___
This is the standard way to express pride in someone's achievement.
Match the phrase to the situation.
Which phrase fits best when a friend passes a hard exam?
Passing an exam is a personal achievement that warrants pride.
🎉 Ergebnis: /4
Visuelle Lernhilfen
Aufgabensammlung
4 AufgabenJeg er stolt ___ deg.
In Norwegian, you are always proud 'av' someone.
Vi er ___ av barna våre.
When the subject is plural (Vi), the adjective 'stolt' gets an -e.
A: Jeg vant gullmedaljen! B: Gratulerer! ___
This is the standard way to express pride in someone's achievement.
Which phrase fits best when a friend passes a hard exam?
Passing an exam is a personal achievement that warrants pride.
🎉 Ergebnis: /4
Häufig gestellte Fragen
4 FragenNo, this is a common mistake. Always use 'av' for people.
It's better to say 'Jeg er imponert over jobben du gjør' to avoid sounding like you are 'above' them.
'Av' is usually for people, 'over' is for specific achievements or objects.
It is meaningful but very common. It's not as heavy as 'I love you'.
Verwandte Redewendungen
Jeg gleder meg på dine vegne
similarI am happy on your behalf
Du er flink
similarYou are clever/capable
Imponerende
similarImpressive
Å være kry
synonymTo be proud/chuffed
