Significado
Expressing disbelief.
Contexto cultural
Danes value 'pålidelighed' (reliability). If something doesn't 'passe', it's a breach of the social contract. This phrase is a tool for maintaining that order. In Greenlandic Danish, the phrase is used similarly, but often with a more stoic tone, reflecting the harsh realities of weather and logistics where things often 'don't fit' expectations. In the dialect of Southern Jutland, the intonation might change, and 'passe' might be replaced by local variants, but the logic of 'fitting' remains central. In meetings, this phrase is used to 'fact-check' in real-time. It's not seen as an interruption but as a necessary step to ensure everyone is on the same page.
Add 'da' for flavor
Saying 'Det kan da ikke passe' makes you sound much more like a native speaker. It adds a natural 'surely' to your disbelief.
Watch your tone
If you say it too loudly or aggressively, it can sound like you're accusing someone of lying. Keep it light to express surprise.
Significado
Expressing disbelief.
Add 'da' for flavor
Saying 'Det kan da ikke passe' makes you sound much more like a native speaker. It adds a natural 'surely' to your disbelief.
Watch your tone
If you say it too loudly or aggressively, it can sound like you're accusing someone of lying. Keep it light to express surprise.
The Danish Shrug
Often accompanied by a slight shrug and a tilt of the head. This body language reinforces the 'skeptical' meaning.
Ponte a prueba
Fill in the missing word to complete the expression of disbelief.
Det ___ ikke passe!
The modal verb 'kan' (can) is required for this idiom.
Choose the most natural response for B.
A: Jeg har lige vundet en million i lotto! B: _________
This is the standard reaction to shocking news.
Match the phrase variation to the situation.
Which phrase is best for a formal email disputing a bill?
In formal writing, you use more precise, descriptive language.
Which sentence uses the past tense correctly?
I går sagde han, at han var færdig, men...
'Kunne' is the past tense of 'kan'. The main verb 'passe' remains in the infinitive.
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Ayudas visuales
Banco de ejercicios
4 ejerciciosDet ___ ikke passe!
The modal verb 'kan' (can) is required for this idiom.
A: Jeg har lige vundet en million i lotto! B: _________
This is the standard reaction to shocking news.
Which phrase is best for a formal email disputing a bill?
In formal writing, you use more precise, descriptive language.
I går sagde han, at han var færdig, men...
'Kunne' is the past tense of 'kan'. The main verb 'passe' remains in the infinitive.
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Preguntas frecuentes
4 preguntasNo, it's generally neutral. However, like any expression of disbelief, your tone of voice matters. In a friendly context, it's perfectly fine.
It's better to use 'Det stemmer ikke' or 'Dette er ikke korrekt' in formal writing. 'Det kan ikke passe' is primarily spoken.
'Det passer ikke' is a statement of fact (That is not true). 'Det kan ikke passe' is an expression of disbelief (That can't be right).
No. After the modal verb 'kan', you must use the infinitive 'passe', not the present tense 'passer'.
Frases relacionadas
Det passer ikke
similarThat's not true.
Det er løgn
synonymThat's a lie / No way!
At få det til at passe
builds onTo make it work / To make the numbers add up.
Det stemmer
contrastThat is correct.
