When you're at the B2 level in Norwegian, you're expected to understand more nuanced vocabulary. Akseptabel is a good example of this, as it goes beyond simple positive or negative descriptors.
At B2, you should be able to use and understand words like this in various contexts, including professional and academic settings. It implies a standard has been met, even if it's not outstanding. Understanding words like akseptabel helps you express agreement, compromise, and evaluations more precisely.
§ Understanding Akseptabel
The Norwegian word akseptabel means 'acceptable' or 'satisfactory'. It's an adjective, and like many adjectives in Norwegian, its form can change depending on the gender and number of the noun it describes. This is a common stumbling block for learners.
- DEFINITION
- acceptable or satisfactory
§ Mistake 1: Incorrect Adjective Endings
A frequent error is using the base form akseptabel without adjusting for the noun's gender, number, or definite form. Remember, Norwegian adjectives often take an '-t' for neuter singular nouns, an '-e' for plural and definite forms, and sometimes an '-a' if the adjective ends in '-el', '-en', or '-er' before adding '-e'.
Here’s how akseptabel changes:
- Masculine/Feminine Singular Indefinite: akseptabel (e.g., en akseptabel løsning – an acceptable solution)
- Neuter Singular Indefinite: akseptabelt (e.g., et akseptabelt tilbud – an acceptable offer)
- Plural/Definite Form: akseptable (e.g., de akseptable forholdene – the acceptable conditions; akseptable priser – acceptable prices)
Dette er en akseptabel plan. (This is an acceptable plan.)
Resultatet var akseptabelt. (The result was acceptable.)
De fant flere akseptable alternativer. (They found several acceptable alternatives.)
§ Mistake 2: Using it Too Formally
Akseptabel is a fairly standard word, but sometimes learners use it in contexts where a simpler, more common synonym might sound more natural in everyday Norwegian conversation, especially when talking about things that are 'okay' or 'fine'. While not strictly 'wrong', it can sometimes sound a little stiff.
Er dette møtetidspunktet akseptabelt? (Is this meeting time acceptable?) – This is perfectly fine and common.
Temperaturen er akseptabel. (The temperature is acceptable.) – Also good, sounds normal.
However, if someone asks, "Hvordan var maten?" (How was the food?), saying "Den var akseptabel" is grammatically correct but might sound a bit formal. "Den var helt grei" (It was perfectly fine) or "Den var bra nok" would be more common.
§ Mistake 3: Confusing it with 'Godkjent'
While both akseptabel and godkjent (approved) can imply a level of approval, they are not always interchangeable. Godkjent often suggests a more formal, official approval or passing a test/standard.
- Akseptabel means 'acceptable' – it meets a minimum standard or expectation.
- Godkjent means 'approved' or 'passed' – it has received official sanction.
Søknaden ble godkjent. (The application was approved.) – Here, 'godkjent' is correct.
Saying "Søknaden var akseptabel" means the application met the minimum criteria, but it doesn't confirm it was officially approved. It implies it was *of a quality* to be approved, but not necessarily *was* approved.
How Formal Is It?
"Dette forslaget er passende for vår organisasjon. (This proposal is appropriate for our organization.)"
"Resultatet av testen var akseptabelt. (The result of the test was acceptable.)"
"Middagen var grei nok. (Dinner was good enough.)"
"Det er bra nok! (It's good enough!)"
"Den nye musikken er helt innafor. (The new music is totally acceptable/cool.)"
Beispiele nach Niveau
Det er akseptabelt.
That is acceptable.
Er det akseptabelt?
Is that acceptable?
Dette er ikke akseptabelt.
This is not acceptable.
Vi trenger en akseptabel løsning.
We need an acceptable solution.
Svaret hans var akseptabelt.
His answer was acceptable.
Prisen er akseptabel.
The price is acceptable.
Er tilbudet akseptabelt?
Is the offer acceptable?
Det er en akseptabel feil.
It is an acceptable mistake.
Det er en akseptabel løsning.
It is an acceptable solution.
Karakteren hennes var akseptabel.
Her grade was acceptable.
Er dette forslaget akseptabelt for deg?
Is this proposal acceptable to you?
Vi fant en akseptabel pris.
We found an acceptable price.
Svaret hans var akseptabelt, men ikke perfekt.
His answer was acceptable, but not perfect.
Dette nivået av støy er ikke akseptabelt.
This level of noise is not acceptable.
De ga et akseptabelt tilbud.
They gave an acceptable offer.
Maten var akseptabel, men ikke fantastisk.
The food was acceptable, but not fantastic.
Er dette forslaget akseptabelt for deg?
Is this proposal acceptable to you?
adjective 'akseptabelt' agrees with neuter noun 'forslaget'
Svaret hans var ikke akseptabelt.
His answer was not acceptable.
adjective 'akseptabelt' agrees with neuter noun 'svaret'
Vi fant en akseptabel løsning.
We found an acceptable solution.
adjective 'akseptabel' agrees with feminine noun 'løsning'
Det er en akseptabel risiko.
It is an acceptable risk.
adjective 'akseptabel' agrees with masculine noun 'risiko'
Resultatene var akseptable, men ikke fantastiske.
The results were acceptable, but not fantastic.
adjective 'akseptable' agrees with plural noun 'resultatene'
Minimumskravet er et akseptabelt nivå av norsk.
The minimum requirement is an acceptable level of Norwegian.
adjective 'akseptabelt' agrees with neuter noun 'nivå'
Er disse betingelsene akseptable?
Are these conditions acceptable?
adjective 'akseptable' agrees with plural noun 'betingelsene'
Jeg håper at min innsats er akseptabel.
I hope that my effort is acceptable.
adjective 'akseptabel' agrees with masculine noun 'innsats'
Sikkerhetstiltakene på arrangementet var akseptable, men det var rom for forbedring når det gjaldt publikumskontroll.
The security measures at the event were acceptable, but there was room for improvement regarding crowd control.
Til tross for noen mindre feil, ble prosjektets endelige resultat ansett som akseptabelt av komiteen.
Despite some minor flaws, the project's final outcome was considered acceptable by the committee.
Lønnen de tilbød var akseptabel, men arbeidstidene var ikke ideelle for hennes livsstil.
The salary they offered was acceptable, but the working hours were not ideal for her lifestyle.
Etter grundig gjennomgang ble det fastslått at kvaliteten på råmaterialene var akseptabel for produksjon.
After thorough review, it was determined that the quality of the raw materials was acceptable for production.
Han fant betingelsene for leiekontrakten akseptable, men insisterte på en klausul om tidlig oppsigelse.
He found the terms of the lease acceptable, but insisted on an early termination clause.
Dommerens avgjørelse, selv om den var upopulær, ble til slutt akseptert som akseptabel av begge parter.
The judge's decision, though unpopular, was ultimately accepted as acceptable by both parties.
For å oppnå et akseptabelt resultat må du dedikere tilstrekkelig tid og innsats til oppgaven.
To achieve an acceptable result, you must dedicate sufficient time and effort to the task.
Kompromisset som ble nådd var akseptabelt for alle involverte, noe som forhindret en videre konflikt.
The compromise reached was acceptable to all involved, preventing further conflict.
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Det er akseptabelt.
That is acceptable.
Er dette akseptabelt for deg?
Is this acceptable to you?
Resultatet var akseptabelt.
The result was acceptable.
Jeg finner det ikke akseptabelt.
I do not find it acceptable.
Vi må finne en akseptabel løsning.
We must find an acceptable solution.
En akseptabel forsinkelse.
An acceptable delay.
Dette er innenfor akseptable grenser.
This is within acceptable limits.
De har en akseptabel pris.
They have an acceptable price.
Det var et akseptabelt tilbud.
It was an acceptable offer.
Du må sørge for at det er akseptabelt.
You must ensure it is acceptable.
Einprägen
Eselsbrücke
Think of 'acceptable' and 'akseptabel' sounding similar. 'Akseptabel' is acceptable!
Visuelle Assoziation
Imagine a person giving a thumbs-up, indicating something is 'akseptabel'.
Word Web
Herausforderung
Use 'akseptabel' in a sentence. For example: 'Er dette forslaget akseptabelt?' (Is this proposal acceptable?)
Häufig gestellte Fragen
10 FragenYou can use 'akseptabel' just like you would use 'acceptable' in English. For example, 'Dette er et akseptabelt forslag' means 'This is an acceptable proposal'.
Yes, 'akseptabel' is an adjective, so it will change its ending to agree with the noun it describes. For example, 'en akseptabel løsning' (a good solution), 'et akseptabelt resultat' (an acceptable result), and 'akseptable betingelser' (acceptable conditions).
'Akseptabel' means satisfactory, good enough. 'Bra' means good, better than just acceptable. So, 'akseptabel' is a lower standard than 'bra'.
While technically possible, it's not very common to describe a person as 'akseptabel' in Norwegian. You might say 'Han er en akseptabel kandidat' (He is an acceptable candidate), but it's not a strong compliment.
Yes, it's a fairly common word, especially when discussing standards, conditions, or outcomes. You'll hear it in business, academic, and everyday contexts.
The most common opposite is 'uakseptabel' (unacceptable). For example, 'Dette er helt uakseptabelt!' (This is totally unacceptable!).
Some synonyms include 'passende' (appropriate), 'tilfredsstillende' (satisfactory), or 'god nok' (good enough). However, 'akseptabel' is often the most direct translation of 'acceptable'.
It's pronounced roughly like 'ak-SEP-tah-bel'. The 'a's are like the 'a' in 'father', and the 'e' is like the 'e' in 'bet'.
It's generally neutral. You can use it in both formal and informal settings without sounding out of place.
Yes, absolutely. 'Ikke akseptabel' means 'not acceptable' or 'unacceptable'. For instance, 'Dette er ikke akseptabelt' (This is not acceptable).
Teste dich selbst 90 Fragen
Which word means 'acceptable'?
'Akseptabel' means acceptable. 'Vanskelig' means difficult, 'stor' means big, and 'liten' means small.
What is the opposite of 'acceptable'?
'Ikke akseptabelt' means not acceptable. 'Godt', 'fint', and 'bra' all mean good/nice.
Which sentence uses 'akseptabel' correctly?
'Dette er akseptabelt' means 'This is acceptable.' The others are grammatically incorrect in this context for 'akseptabelt'.
If something is 'akseptabelt', it means it is very bad.
'Akseptabelt' means it is acceptable or satisfactory, not very bad.
You can use 'akseptabelt' to describe a price that is okay.
Yes, 'akseptabel' can be used to describe a price that is satisfactory or okay.
The word 'akseptabelt' is only used for food.
'Akseptabelt' can be used for many things, not just food, such as proposals or prices.
Write a short sentence saying what is acceptable to eat for breakfast.
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Brød er akseptabelt for frokost. (Bread is acceptable for breakfast.)
Write a short sentence about something that is acceptable to wear at home.
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En joggebukse er akseptabelt å ha på hjemme. (Sweatpants are acceptable to wear at home.)
Write a short sentence about something that is not acceptable to do in a library.
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Det er ikke akseptabelt å snakke høyt på biblioteket. (It is not acceptable to talk loudly in the library.)
Hva er akseptabelt på bussen? (What is acceptable on the bus?)
Read this passage:
Jeg liker å lese bøker. Å lese er akseptabelt på bussen. Det er rolig. (I like to read books. Reading is acceptable on the bus. It is quiet.)
Hva er akseptabelt på bussen? (What is acceptable on the bus?)
Passasjen sier 'Å lese er akseptabelt på bussen.' (The passage says 'Reading is acceptable on the bus.')
Passasjen sier 'Å lese er akseptabelt på bussen.' (The passage says 'Reading is acceptable on the bus.')
Hvordan er maten? (How is the food?)
Read this passage:
Maten er god. Den er akseptabel. Jeg vil spise den. (The food is good. It is acceptable. I want to eat it.)
Hvordan er maten? (How is the food?)
Passasjen sier 'Den er akseptabel.' (The passage says 'It is acceptable.')
Passasjen sier 'Den er akseptabel.' (The passage says 'It is acceptable.')
Hva er akseptabelt å gjøre i dag? (What is acceptable to do today?)
Read this passage:
Været er fint i dag. Det er akseptabelt å gå ut. Jeg går en tur. (The weather is nice today. It is acceptable to go out. I am going for a walk.)
Hva er akseptabelt å gjøre i dag? (What is acceptable to do today?)
Passasjen sier 'Det er akseptabelt å gå ut.' (The passage says 'It is acceptable to go out.')
Passasjen sier 'Det er akseptabelt å gå ut.' (The passage says 'It is acceptable to go out.')
We put the subject first, then the verb, and finally the adjective.
Start with 'Det er' (It is), then 'en' (a), 'god' (good), and 'løsning' (solution).
The word 'ikke' (not) comes after the verb 'er' (is).
Er dette ___ for deg? (Is this acceptable for you?)
The noun 'dette' (this) is a neuter singular pronoun, and the adjective 'akseptabel' must agree in gender and number. Therefore, 'akseptabelt' is the correct form.
Prisen er ___ . (The price is acceptable.)
The noun 'prisen' (the price) is masculine singular, and the adjective 'akseptabel' must agree in gender and number. Therefore, 'akseptabel' is the correct form.
De har mange ___ løsninger. (They have many acceptable solutions.)
The noun 'løsninger' (solutions) is plural, and the adjective 'akseptabel' must agree in number. Therefore, 'akseptable' is the correct form.
Dette tilbudet er ikke helt ___ . (This offer is not entirely acceptable.)
The noun 'tilbudet' (the offer) is neuter singular, and the adjective 'akseptabel' must agree in gender and number. Therefore, 'akseptabelt' is the correct form.
Vi trenger en ___ tid for å fullføre. (We need an acceptable time to finish.)
The noun 'tid' (time) is masculine singular, and the adjective 'akseptabel' must agree in gender and number. Therefore, 'akseptabel' is the correct form.
Alle studentene må levere en ___ oppgave. (All students must submit an acceptable assignment.)
The noun 'oppgave' (assignment) is feminine singular, and the adjective 'akseptabel' must agree in gender and number. Therefore, 'akseptabel' is the correct form.
This sentence means 'This is not acceptable.' The word order in Norwegian is usually subject-verb-adverb-adjective.
This sentence translates to 'It was an acceptable proposal.' 'Det var' means 'it was,' followed by the indefinite article 'et' and then the adjective 'akseptabelt' before the noun 'forslag'.
This sentence asks 'Is eight o'clock an acceptable time for you?' In Norwegian, 'Er' (is) comes first for a question, followed by the subject 'klokka åtte' (eight o'clock), then the adjective 'akseptabel' (acceptable) and the noun 'tid' (time).
Er forslaget ditt ___?
Here, 'forslaget' (the suggestion) is a neuter noun, so the adjective takes the -t ending.
Karakteren hans var ikke ___. Han må jobbe hardere.
'Karakteren' (the grade) is a masculine noun. In Norwegian, adjectives modifying masculine or feminine singular nouns usually do not take an ending when used predicatively (after a verb like 'var').
Disse resultatene er ikke ___. Vi må gjøre det på nytt.
'Resultatene' (the results) is a plural noun, so the adjective takes the -e ending.
Jeg fant en løsning som er ganske ___.
'En løsning' (a solution) is a feminine noun. When used predicatively, the adjective remains in its base form.
Er det ___ å komme litt senere i dag?
When 'akseptabel' modifies an infinitive clause (å komme) or an impersonal 'det', it takes the -t ending, similar to neuter nouns.
En ___ forsinkelse på 5 minutter er vanligvis greit.
'Forsinkelse' (delay) is a feminine noun. When used attributively (before the noun), the adjective takes its base form for masculine/feminine singular nouns.
Write a short email to a colleague explaining that a proposed solution for a project is acceptable, but suggest a minor improvement. Use 'akseptabel'.
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Sample answer
Hei [Kollegas navn], Jeg har sett på forslaget ditt for prosjektet. Det er akseptabelt som det er, men jeg tror en liten endring i [spesifikt område] kan gjøre det enda bedre. La oss snakke mer om det. Mvh, [Ditt navn]
You are planning a small gathering. Write two sentences explaining that the proposed time for the gathering is acceptable, but the location needs to be confirmed. Use 'akseptabel'.
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Tidspunktet for samlingen er akseptabelt. Vi må imidlertid bekrefte stedet før vi sender ut invitasjoner.
Imagine you are reviewing a restaurant. Write a short sentence describing the food as acceptable, but not outstanding. Use 'akseptabel'.
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Maten var akseptabel, men ikke enestående. Jeg forventet litt mer.
Hva var problemet for kunden, selv om prisen var akseptabel?
Read this passage:
Kunden sa at prisen var akseptabel, men leveringstiden var for lang. Vi må finne en løsning for å redusere ventetiden hvis vi vil beholde denne kunden.
Hva var problemet for kunden, selv om prisen var akseptabel?
Teksten sier klart at 'leveringstiden var for lang'.
Teksten sier klart at 'leveringstiden var for lang'.
Hva var sjefens tilbakemelding på rapporten?
Read this passage:
Sjefen min mente at rapporten var akseptabel, men han ba meg legge til mer detaljert informasjon om budsjettet. Det er viktig at all informasjon er grundig.
Hva var sjefens tilbakemelding på rapporten?
Sjefen mente rapporten var akseptabel, men ønsket mer detaljert budsjettinformasjon.
Sjefen mente rapporten var akseptabel, men ønsket mer detaljert budsjettinformasjon.
Hva betyr 'været er akseptabelt' i denne sammenhengen?
Read this passage:
Været i dag er akseptabelt for en tur i parken, selv om det er litt overskyet. Vi bør ta med en paraply, bare i tilfelle.
Hva betyr 'været er akseptabelt' i denne sammenhengen?
Uttrykket 'akseptabelt' indikerer at været er tilstrekkelig, men 'litt overskyet' betyr at det ikke er perfekt.
Uttrykket 'akseptabelt' indikerer at været er tilstrekkelig, men 'litt overskyet' betyr at det ikke er perfekt.
The correct word order for this sentence is 'This is not acceptable.' 'Dette' (this) is the subject, 'er' (is) is the verb, 'ikke' (not) is the negation, and 'akseptabelt' (acceptable) is the adjective.
This is an interrogative sentence. 'Var' (was) is the verb, followed by the subject 'resultatet' (the result). Then comes the adjective 'akseptabelt' (acceptable) and the prepositional phrase 'for deg' (for you).
The sentence translates to 'She considered the offer to be acceptable.' 'Hun' (she) is the subject, 'anså' (considered) is the verb. 'tilbudet' (the offer) is the object, followed by 'å være' (to be) and the adjective 'akseptabelt' (acceptable).
Which of these situations is 'akseptabel'?
Canceling due to sudden illness shortly before a meeting is generally considered an acceptable reason, unlike the other options which describe poor performance or inconsiderate behavior.
Hvilket synonym passer best til 'akseptabel'?
'Tilfredsstillende' (satisfactory) is the closest synonym for 'akseptabel' (acceptable), indicating something meets the minimum requirements.
If a quality is 'akseptabel', it means it is...
'Akseptabel' implies meeting a minimum standard, good enough to be accepted, rather than being exceptional or perfect.
En liten forsinkelse på fem minutter til et møte er vanligvis 'akseptabelt'. (A small delay of five minutes to a meeting is usually 'acceptable'.)
In many professional and social contexts, a short delay of five minutes is often considered acceptable.
Hvis noe er 'akseptabelt', betyr det at det er perfekt og ikke kan forbedres. (If something is 'acceptable', it means it is perfect and cannot be improved.)
'Akseptabelt' means it meets the required standard, but not necessarily that it is perfect or beyond improvement.
En løsning som er 'akseptabel' vil alltid være den beste mulige løsningen. (A solution that is 'acceptable' will always be the best possible solution.)
An 'acceptable' solution simply meets the minimum requirements; it may not be the optimal or best possible solution.
Imagine you are applying for a job. Write a short paragraph explaining why your previous experience is 'akseptabel' for the role. Use at least two sentences.
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Sample answer
Min tidligere erfaring som prosjektleder er akseptabel for denne rollen fordi jeg har jobbet med lignende prosjekter i fem år. Jeg har også de nødvendige kvalifikasjonene for å utføre oppgavene effektivt.
You are giving feedback on a restaurant. Write one sentence describing a dish that was 'akseptabel' but not outstanding. Explain why.
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Maten var akseptabel, men den manglet den lille ekstra smaken som ville gjort den fremragende.
Write a short email to a colleague confirming that a proposed solution is 'akseptabel'.
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Hei [Kollegas navn], Jeg vil bare bekrefte at den foreslåtte løsningen er akseptabel for meg. Takk for arbeidet. Mvh, [Ditt navn]
Hva er hovedbudskapet i teksten?
Read this passage:
Kvaliteten på produktet var akseptabel, men kundene forventet noe mer. Tilbakemeldingene indikerte at selv om funksjonaliteten var god nok, manglet designet det lille ekstra som ville gjort det enestående. Selskapet må vurdere å forbedre produktet for å møte kundenes høyere forventninger.
Hva er hovedbudskapet i teksten?
Teksten sier at kvaliteten var 'akseptabel', men kundene forventet 'noe mer' og at designet 'manglet det lille ekstra'. Dette indikerer at det var brukbart, men ikke optimalt.
Teksten sier at kvaliteten var 'akseptabel', men kundene forventet 'noe mer' og at designet 'manglet det lille ekstra'. Dette indikerer at det var brukbart, men ikke optimalt.
Hva var resultatet av diskusjonen?
Read this passage:
Etter en lang diskusjon ble den nye planen endelig ansett som akseptabel for begge parter. Kompromisset innebar at ingen fikk alt de ønsket, men løsningen var god nok til å gå videre med. Dette demonstrerer viktigheten av fleksibilitet i forhandlinger.
Hva var resultatet av diskusjonen?
Teksten sier at planen ble 'ansett som akseptabel for begge parter' og at 'ingen fikk alt de ønsket, men løsningen var god nok til å gå videre med'.
Teksten sier at planen ble 'ansett som akseptabel for begge parter' og at 'ingen fikk alt de ønsket, men løsningen var god nok til å gå videre med'.
Hvorfor godkjente prosjektlederen rapporten til tross for feil?
Read this passage:
Selv om rapporten inneholdt noen mindre feil, var den generelle kvaliteten akseptabel for prosjektleder. Hun bestemte seg for å godkjenne den, med en notis om at småjusteringer kunne gjøres før den endelige presentasjonen. Dette sparte tid og holdt prosjektet på skjema.
Hvorfor godkjente prosjektlederen rapporten til tross for feil?
Teksten sier at 'den generelle kvaliteten var akseptabel for prosjektleder' og at rapporten 'inneholdt noen mindre feil'.
Teksten sier at 'den generelle kvaliteten var akseptabel for prosjektleder' og at rapporten 'inneholdt noen mindre feil'.
This sentence means 'This result is not acceptable.'
This sentence means 'We must find an acceptable solution.'
This sentence means 'Is this price acceptable to you?'
Which sentence correctly uses 'akseptabel' in a formal context?
'Akseptabelt' agrees with the neuter noun 'forslaget'. The other options have grammatical errors or are less formal.
Choose the most appropriate synonym for 'akseptabel' in the context of quality standards.
'Tilstrekkelig' (sufficient/adequate) is the closest synonym for 'acceptable' when referring to meeting standards. The other words imply a higher quality.
In which situation would 'akseptabel' be the most fitting word to describe a compromise?
'Akseptabel' often implies a compromise where something isn't ideal but is good enough to be agreed upon or tolerated.
A situation described as 'ikke akseptabelt' means it is something that must be tolerated.
'Ikke akseptabelt' means it is not tolerable or cannot be accepted, thus it must not be tolerated.
If an offer is 'akseptabelt', it means it meets the minimum requirements.
'Akseptabelt' often refers to something that meets a certain standard or minimum requirement, making it agreeable.
The word 'akseptabel' always implies a positive and enthusiastic reception.
'Akseptabel' suggests something is satisfactory or can be agreed to, but not necessarily with enthusiasm. It can often imply a neutral or barely satisfactory outcome.
Er forslaget ditt virkelig så ______ at vi kan presentere det for styret uten videre justeringer?
I denne sammenhengen betyr 'akseptabelt' at forslaget er godt nok til å bli presentert, selv om det kanskje ikke er perfekt. 'Utmerket' er for sterkt, mens 'tvilsomt' og 'elendig' er negative og indikerer at forslaget ikke ville bli godkjent.
Kvaliteten på leveransen var så vidt ______, men vi måtte godta den på grunn av tidsfristen.
Her indikerer 'så vidt akseptabel' at kvaliteten var på grensen til å være godkjent, men likevel innenfor det som kunne godtas under omstendighetene. 'Perfekt' og 'enestående' er for positive, mens 'mangelfull' betyr at kvaliteten ikke var tilstrekkelig.
For at rapporten skal være ______, må alle dataene være verifiserbare og korrekte.
For at rapporten skal være 'akseptabel' (godkjent/tilfredsstillende), er det et krav at dataene er verifiserbare. 'Upålitelig' og 'kritikkverdig' er negative, mens 'feilfri' er en høyere standard enn 'akseptabel' i denne konteksten.
Selv om forsinkelsen var irriterende, var den innenfor en ______ margin for uforutsette hendelser.
I denne setningen refererer 'akseptabel margin' til en tolererbar grense for forsinkelse. 'Uakseptabel' er det motsatte, 'optimal' betyr best mulig, og 'minimal' betyr svært liten, noe som ikke passer i konteksten av en margin for uforutsette hendelser.
Etter grundig gjennomgang fant vi at forslaget var ______ gitt de gjeldende økonomiske rammene.
Her betyr 'akseptabelt' at forslaget er gjennomførbart og tilfredsstillende innenfor de økonomiske begrensningene. 'Umulig' og 'uholdbart' er negative, mens 'fabelaktig' er for sterkt og indikerer mer enn bare godkjent.
For å oppnå et ______ resultat må alle ledd i prosessen fungere optimalt.
Her betyr 'akseptabelt resultat' et resultat som er godt nok og tilfredsstiller kravene. 'Utilfredsstillende' og 'middelmådig' er for svake, mens 'eksepsjonelt' er en mye høyere standard enn det som er nødvendig for å være 'akseptabelt'.
Which of the following scenarios best describes something 'akseptabelt'?
'Akseptabelt' implies that something is good enough, meeting a certain standard without necessarily being exceptional. Option B fits this best.
In a formal negotiation, if a party states, 'Dette tilbudet er ikke akseptabelt,' what do they mean?
If something is 'ikke akseptabelt,' it means it does not meet the required standard and is therefore unacceptable.
Which sentence correctly uses 'akseptabel' in the context of academic standards?
This sentence correctly uses 'akseptabel' to convey that something is good enough, even if not perfect, to meet a certain standard (in this case, for publication).
If a situation is described as 'akseptabel', it implies it is the best possible outcome.
'Akseptabel' means it meets a minimum standard, not necessarily that it is the best. It's often used when something is 'good enough' but not exceptional.
The word 'uakseptabel' is the direct antonym of 'akseptabel'.
Adding the prefix 'u-' to 'akseptabel' creates its direct opposite, 'uakseptabel', meaning unacceptable.
When something is 'akseptabelt', it means there are no flaws whatsoever.
Something can be 'akseptabelt' even if it has minor flaws, as long as it meets the required standard. It doesn't imply perfection.
This sentence structure (Subject-Verb-Object-Prepositional Phrase) is common in formal Norwegian. 'Ansett som' means 'considered as' or 'deemed as'.
The impersonal 'Det er ikke akseptabelt å...' (It is not acceptable to...) is a frequent construction. 'Kompromittere' means 'to compromise'.
'For å' means 'in order to'. The verb 'må' (must) often follows such introductory clauses. 'Nøye' means 'closely' or 'carefully'.
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B1To warn someone about a danger or risk
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B1engaged in physical or mental activity
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C1careful or cautious in one's actions
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B1Current or relevant to the present time
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B2nevertheless; anyway
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A1everything
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B1Serious or severe.
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