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Contexto cultural
Danes value honesty. If you ask 'Hvad er det bedste?', expect a truthful answer, even if it means they tell you something is 'not that great'. In Greenlandic Danish, 'det bedste' might often refer to nature or traditional foods like 'mattak'. Similar to Denmark, but the 'best' often revolves around the weather or the catch of the day. Expats often use this phrase to navigate the complex world of Danish supermarkets and 'rugbrød' (rye bread) varieties.
Add 'lige' for politeness
Say 'Hvad er lige det bedste?' to sound more like a native speaker. 'Lige' adds a touch of casual politeness.
Watch the 'd'
Don't pronounce the 'd' in 'hvad' like an English 'd'. Keep it silent or very soft.
Significado
Seeking the top choice
Add 'lige' for politeness
Say 'Hvad er lige det bedste?' to sound more like a native speaker. 'Lige' adds a touch of casual politeness.
Watch the 'd'
Don't pronounce the 'd' in 'hvad' like an English 'd'. Keep it silent or very soft.
Ponte a prueba
Fill in the missing word to ask 'What is the best?'
Hvad ___ det bedste?
We use the verb 'at være' (to be) in the present tense 'er' for this expression.
Which sentence is grammatically correct?
Asking for a recommendation at a bakery:
'Hvad' requires the neuter article 'det' and the definite superlative 'bedste'.
Complete the dialogue.
Turist: Hvad er det bedste sted at spise? Lokal: ________.
The tourist is asking for a place to eat, so the local should provide a location.
Match the phrase to the situation.
Hvad er det bedste ved dit job?
This phrase is used to ask about the highlights or positive aspects of someone's employment.
🎉 Puntuación: /4
Ayudas visuales
Where to use 'Hvad er det bedste?'
Food
- • Menuen
- • Retten
- • Vinen
Travel
- • Stedet
- • Tidspunktet
- • Hotellet
Banco de ejercicios
4 ejerciciosHvad ___ det bedste?
We use the verb 'at være' (to be) in the present tense 'er' for this expression.
Asking for a recommendation at a bakery:
'Hvad' requires the neuter article 'det' and the definite superlative 'bedste'.
Turist: Hvad er det bedste sted at spise? Lokal: ________.
The tourist is asking for a place to eat, so the local should provide a location.
Hvad er det bedste ved dit job?
This phrase is used to ask about the highlights or positive aspects of someone's employment.
🎉 Puntuación: /4
Preguntas frecuentes
10 preguntasYes, but it's more general. 'Hvad er det bedste?' is more common when looking for a specific recommendation.
No, it can be used for people if you use 'den' or 'hvem', but 'det bedste' usually refers to things or concepts.
You can start with 'Det er...' (It is...) or 'Jeg synes, at...' (I think that...).
It is neutral. You can use it with anyone.
Use 'Hvem er de bedste?'.
Yes, 'bedste' is a common nickname for 'bedstemor', but context prevents confusion.
Change it to 'Hvad er de bedste...?'
Not at all! It's a very common and helpful question.
'Bedst' is indefinite/predicative; 'bedste' is definite.
Yes, it's perfectly fine for emails, texts, and articles.
Frases relacionadas
Hvad anbefaler du?
synonymWhat do you recommend?
Det er det bedste!
builds onIt is the best!
Hvad er det værste?
contrastWhat is the worst?
Hvilken er bedst?
similarWhich is best?
