Significado
Something has exceeded reasonable limits.
Contexto cultural
Danes value 'hygge' but also 'mådehold' (moderation). This phrase is a polite way to maintain balance. Similar to the Swedish 'lagom' concept, which means 'just the right amount'. General cultural consensus that excess leads to loss of quality. Used in international teams to manage expectations.
Context is key
Always check if the thing you are talking about is actually 'good' before using this phrase.
Politeness
This phrase is a great way to be polite while setting a boundary.
Significado
Something has exceeded reasonable limits.
Context is key
Always check if the thing you are talking about is actually 'good' before using this phrase.
Politeness
This phrase is a great way to be polite while setting a boundary.
Ponte a prueba
Complete the phrase.
Det er for meget ___ ___ ___.
The phrase is a fixed expression.
When should you use this phrase?
Which situation is appropriate?
It describes excess of positive things.
Complete the dialogue.
Friend: 'Vil du have mere kage?' You: 'Nej tak, ___.'
This is the correct way to decline politely.
🎉 Puntuación: /3
Ayudas visuales
Banco de ejercicios
3 ejerciciosDet er for meget ___ ___ ___.
The phrase is a fixed expression.
Which situation is appropriate?
It describes excess of positive things.
Friend: 'Vil du have mere kage?' You: 'Nej tak, ___.'
This is the correct way to decline politely.
🎉 Puntuación: /3
Preguntas frecuentes
3 preguntasNo, only for things that are initially good.
It is neutral and works in most situations.
That is also correct and very common.
Frases relacionadas
Det bliver for meget
synonymIt's becoming too much
Nok er nok
similarEnough is enough
Mådehold
contrastModeration
Det er rigeligt
similarThat's plenty
