When we say something or someone is grundig, we mean they are extremely thorough and pay close attention to every single detail. It’s a very positive trait, implying a high level of diligence and precision.
Think of it as going above and beyond to ensure everything is covered completely. For instance, a detective doing a grundig investigation leaves no stone unturned, and a student who studies grundig truly masters the material.
§ Understanding 'Grundig'
When you're learning Norwegian, you'll come across words that seem similar but have distinct uses. 'Grundig' is one of those words that means 'thorough' or 'done with great attention to detail'. It's a useful adjective to know when you want to describe something that has been done carefully and completely.
- DEFINITION
- done with great attention to detail; thorough
Han gjorde en grundig jobb. (He did a thorough job.)
Vi må vaske kjøkkenet grundig. (We must clean the kitchen thoroughly.)
§ Similar Words and When to Use 'Grundig'
Norwegian has a few words that might seem similar to 'grundig'. Let's look at them so you know when to use which one.
- Nøye: This word often translates to 'careful' or 'meticulous'. While 'nøye' implies attention to detail, it doesn't always carry the same sense of completeness as 'grundig'. You can be 'nøye' with a small detail, but 'grundig' implies a comprehensive approach.
Vær nøye med detaljene. (Be careful with the details.)
Han er en nøye person. (He is a meticulous person.)
- Omfattende: This means 'extensive' or 'comprehensive'. While 'omfattende' describes something that covers a wide range, it doesn't necessarily imply the same level of detail or care that 'grundig' does. An 'omfattende' report might be long, but a 'grundig' report is long *and* detailed.
De utførte en omfattende studie. (They conducted an extensive study.)
Dette var en omfattende liste. (This was a comprehensive list.)
- Detaljert: This word means 'detailed'. It's very close to 'grundig' in meaning, as 'grundig' implies being detailed. However, 'detaljert' simply states that there are details, while 'grundig' emphasizes that those details have been handled carefully and completely.
Han ga en detaljert beskrivelse. (He gave a detailed description.)
Rapporten var veldig detaljert. (The report was very detailed.)
§ Key Takeaway for 'Grundig'
Use 'grundig' when you want to convey that something has been done not just with attention to detail, but also with a sense of completeness, care, and a comprehensive approach. It's about a high quality of execution that covers all bases. It's a strong word to describe work that leaves nothing to chance.
En grundig undersøkelse er nødvendig. (A thorough investigation is necessary.)
Læreren ga grundig tilbakemelding. (The teacher gave thorough feedback.)
By understanding these nuances, you'll be able to choose the most precise word in your Norwegian conversations and writing.
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Usage Notes for 'grundig'
'Grundig' means thorough or meticulous. You can use it to describe a person's work, an investigation, or even a cleaning. Think of it as doing something completely, leaving no stone unturned.
- When describing a person's work: If someone does a good job, paying attention to all the small things, their work is 'grundig'.
Example: Han gjorde en grundig jobb med rapporten. (He did a thorough job with the report.) - When describing an investigation or examination: If an investigation covers all necessary aspects and is very detailed, it is 'grundig'.
Example: Politiet gjennomførte en grundig etterforskning. (The police carried out a thorough investigation.) - When describing a process or action: You can apply 'grundig' to actions that require careful and complete execution.
Example: Vi må vaske huset grundig før gjestene kommer. (We must clean the house thoroughly before the guests arrive.)
Common Mistakes with 'grundig'
While 'grundig' generally translates well to 'thorough', there are a few nuances to be aware of:
- Confusing with 'nøye' (careful): While similar, 'grundig' implies a more comprehensive and detailed approach than just being 'careful'. 'Nøye' focuses on avoiding mistakes, while 'grundig' focuses on completeness.
Incorrect: Jeg var nøye med å rydde rommet. (I was careful to clean the room.) - While grammatically okay, 'grundig' would better convey a complete cleaning.
Correct: Jeg var grundig med å rydde rommet. (I was thorough in cleaning the room.) - Overusing for simple tasks: 'Grundig' suggests a significant level of detail. For very simple, quick tasks, it might sound a bit over-the-top.
Less natural: Jeg spiste frokosten min grundig. (I ate my breakfast thoroughly.) - Unless you're describing a very slow, meticulous eating process, this is usually too strong.
Better: Jeg spiste frokosten min. (I ate my breakfast.) - Placement in a sentence: As an adverb, 'grundig' often comes after the verb it modifies.
Incorrect: Han grundig undersøkte saken. (He thoroughly investigated the case.)
Correct: Han undersøkte saken grundig. (He investigated the case thoroughly.)
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Describing someone's work ethic
- Han er alltid så grundig i arbeidet sitt.
- Hun gjør en grundig jobb med alt hun foretar seg.
- De er kjent for sin grundige tilnærming.
Referring to cleaning or maintenance
- Vi må ta en grundig rengjøring av huset.
- Bilen trenger en grundig vask innvendig og utvendig.
- Sørg for en grundig sjekk av bremsene.
Talking about research or investigation
- Det krever en grundig analyse av dataene.
- Politiet utførte en grundig etterforskning.
- Vi må gjøre en grundig bakgrunnssjekk.
Giving instructions or advice
- Les bruksanvisningen grundig før du starter.
- Forklar det grundig slik at alle forstår.
- Gå grundig til verks når du løser problemet.
Discussing reviews or examinations
- En grundig gjennomgang av dokumentene er nødvendig.
- Legen ga meg en grundig helsesjekk.
- Vurderingen var grundig og rettferdig.
Gesprächseinstiege
"Er du en grundig person når det gjelder jobben din? (Are you a thorough person when it comes to your job?)"
"Når var sist du gjorde noe virkelig grundig? Hva var det? (When was the last time you did something really thoroughly? What was it?)"
"Hva betyr det for deg å være grundig i studiene? (What does it mean for you to be thorough in your studies?)"
"Kjenner du noen som er spesielt grundig? Gi et eksempel. (Do you know anyone who is particularly thorough? Give an example.)"
"Hvorfor er det viktig å være grundig i visse situasjoner? (Why is it important to be thorough in certain situations?)"
Tagebuch-Impulse
Beskriv en gang du måtte være grundig i en oppgave, og hvordan det påvirket resultatet. (Describe a time you had to be thorough in a task, and how it affected the outcome.)
Reflekter over om du vanligvis er en grundig person eller ikke. Gi eksempler som støtter din mening. (Reflect on whether you are usually a thorough person or not. Give examples to support your opinion.)
Skriv om en situasjon der mangel på grundighet førte til problemer. (Write about a situation where lack of thoroughness led to problems.)
Hva kan du gjøre for å bli mer grundig i hverdagen? Gi tre konkrete tips. (What can you do to become more thorough in your daily life? Give three concrete tips.)
Beskriv viktigheten av grundighet i et yrke du respekterer. (Describe the importance of thoroughness in a profession you respect.)
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Write a short sentence about cleaning your room thoroughly. Use 'grundig'.
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Jeg rydder rommet mitt grundig.
Write a sentence about doing your homework thoroughly. Use 'grundig'.
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Jeg gjør leksene mine grundig.
Write a sentence about how you like to learn Norwegian thoroughly. Use 'grundig'.
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Jeg liker å lære norsk grundig.
What does 'grundig' mean in this text?
Read this passage:
Jeg vasker bilen. Jeg vasker den grundig. Den blir veldig ren.
What does 'grundig' mean in this text?
'Grundig' means carefully or thoroughly.
'Grundig' means carefully or thoroughly.
What does the person do with the book?
Read this passage:
Han leser boken grundig. Han forstår alt. Det er bra.
What does the person do with the book?
'Grundig' means carefully or thoroughly. He reads it in a detailed way.
'Grundig' means carefully or thoroughly. He reads it in a detailed way.
How does the teacher explain?
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Læreren forklarer grundig. Alle elevene forstår nå. Det er viktig.
How does the teacher explain?
'Grundig' means detailed or thorough, so the explanation is clear and complete.
'Grundig' means detailed or thorough, so the explanation is clear and complete.
Which word best describes someone who always checks their work carefully?
The word 'grundig' means thorough or done with great attention to detail. Someone who checks their work carefully is being thorough.
If you clean your room 'grundig', what does that mean?
'Grundig' implies a complete and detailed cleaning.
Which of these tasks would likely require a 'grundig' approach?
A complex trip requires careful planning and attention to many details, which aligns with the meaning of 'grundig'.
If you do a job 'grundig', it means you do it quickly without much thought.
No, 'grundig' means to do something carefully and with great attention to detail, not quickly and carelessly.
A 'grundig' person often forgets important steps when working.
A 'grundig' person is thorough and pays attention to details, so they are unlikely to forget important steps.
When you study 'grundig', you try to understand everything well.
Yes, studying 'grundig' means you are thorough and aim to understand the material completely.
The report was done thoroughly.
Did you wash the car thoroughly?
The teacher expects a thorough answer.
Read this aloud:
Jeg skal rydde rommet mitt grundig i dag.
Focus: grundig
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Hvorfor er det viktig å være grundig når du studerer?
Focus: viktig, grundig
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Har du planlagt reisen din grundig?
Focus: planlagt, grundig
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Imagine you are describing a very diligent student. Write two sentences using 'grundig' to describe their work or study habits.
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Studenten var alltid grundig med leksene sine. Han leste bøkene grundig for å forstå alt.
You are giving instructions to a friend about cleaning their apartment. Write two sentences telling them to clean a specific part of the apartment thoroughly, using 'grundig'.
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Rengjør kjøkkenet grundig, spesielt komfyren. Du må vaske badet grundig også.
Write a short sentence about why it's important to be thorough when learning a new language, using the word 'grundig'.
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Sample answer
Det er viktig å være grundig når man lærer et nytt språk for å forstå grammatikken godt.
Hva gjorde legen for å være grundig?
Read this passage:
Legen undersøkte pasienten grundig. Han stilte mange spørsmål og noterte alt. Pasienten følte seg trygg på at legen gjorde en god jobb.
Hva gjorde legen for å være grundig?
The passage states 'Han stilte mange spørsmål og noterte alt', which shows a thorough approach.
The passage states 'Han stilte mange spørsmål og noterte alt', which shows a thorough approach.
Hvorfor var det viktig å sjekke bilen grundig?
Read this passage:
Før vi kjøpte den gamle bilen, sjekket mekanikeren den grundig. Han fant noen små feil, men sa at bilen var i god stand generelt. Vi var glade for den grundige sjekken.
Hvorfor var det viktig å sjekke bilen grundig?
The mechanic checked 'grundig' to find 'noen små feil' and determine the car's general condition.
The mechanic checked 'grundig' to find 'noen små feil' and determine the car's general condition.
Hva betyr 'kokken forberedte maten grundig' i denne sammenhengen?
Read this passage:
Kokken forberedte maten grundig. Hver ingrediens ble veid nøyaktig, og grønnsakene ble kuttet perfekt. Resultatet ble et deilig måltid.
Hva betyr 'kokken forberedte maten grundig' i denne sammenhengen?
The passage mentions 'hver ingrediens ble veid nøyaktig, og grønnsakene ble kuttet perfekt', indicating a careful and precise, thus thorough, preparation.
The passage mentions 'hver ingrediens ble veid nøyaktig, og grønnsakene ble kuttet perfekt', indicating a careful and precise, thus thorough, preparation.
Standard sentence structure in Norwegian is Subject-Verb-Object.
Adverbs of time usually come at the end of the sentence.
Adverbs of manner usually come after the object.
This sentence requires a thorough review of the case before a decision can be made.
A thorough analysis is crucial before making any investments.
To achieve good results, one must work thoroughly on the tasks.
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