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B2 noun 7 min de lectura

modtager

the person who receives something

At the A1 level, you should know that 'en modtager' is the person who gets a gift or a letter. You use it in very simple sentences. For example, if you are at the post office, you might see this word on a form. It is the opposite of 'en afsender' (a sender). You don't need to worry about complex technical meanings yet; just think of it as 'the person who receives'. Remember that in Danish, 'modtager' can also be a verb meaning 'receives', but at this level, we focus on the person. It is an 'en-ord' (common gender), so we say 'en modtager'.

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At the A2 level, you begin to use 'modtager' in more daily contexts. You can describe who is receiving an email or a package. You should be able to form plural sentences, such as 'Der er to modtagere' (There are two recipients). You might also encounter the word in simple instructions, like 'Skriv modtagerens navn her' (Write the recipient's name here). You are starting to see the definite form 'modtageren' more often. It is useful for basic social interactions involving sharing or giving things to others in a group.

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At the B1 level, you use 'modtager' in more professional and specific ways. You understand that it can refer to a technical device like a 'radiomodtager'. You can participate in discussions about who the 'modtager' of a message is in a work setting. You are also becoming familiar with compound words like 'licensmodtager' or 'pensionist' (though 'modtager' is often part of the description of someone receiving a specific benefit). You can explain the difference between the sender and the receiver in a process and use the word in the passive voice comfortably.

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At the B2 level, you have a nuanced understanding of 'modtager'. You recognize it in abstract contexts, such as communication theory (sender-modtager modellen). You can use it in formal writing, perhaps choosing it over simpler words to be more precise. You understand its role in compound nouns related to the Danish welfare state, like 'kontanthjælpsmodtager'. You are aware of the stylistic difference between 'modtager' and 'adressat'. You can also handle the word in complex grammatical structures, such as 'Som modtager af denne kritik må jeg reagere' (As the recipient of this criticism, I must react).

At the C1 level, you use 'modtager' with full flexibility across all registers. You might use it in academic discussions about 'receptionsæstetik' (reception aesthetics) or legal debates about who the 'retmæssige modtager' (rightful recipient) of an inheritance is. You are comfortable with idiomatic expressions and can identify when the word is being used metaphorically. Your vocabulary includes various synonyms and you know exactly when 'begunstiget' or 'adressat' is more appropriate than the general 'modtager'. You can analyze the 'modtager's' role in complex social and political systems.

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At the C2 level, 'modtager' is a tool for precise philosophical and technical expression. You can discuss the 'modtager' in the context of advanced signal processing or complex international law. You understand the historical evolution of the word and its cognates in other Germanic languages. You can write sophisticated critiques where the 'modtager' (the audience or the reader) is a central figure. Your usage is indistinguishable from a highly educated native speaker, employing the word with subtle irony or deep technical accuracy as the situation demands.

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modtager en 30 segundos

Modtager means recipient or receiver in Danish.
It is a common gender noun (en modtager).
It can refer to a person, a device, or an abstract entity.
The word is spelled the same as the present tense verb 'modtager'.

The Danish word modtager is a versatile noun that primarily identifies the person, entity, or device that receives something. At its core, it stems from the verb at modtage (to receive). Understanding this word is crucial because it spans across physical logistics, digital communications, legal frameworks, and even technical engineering. In a physical sense, when you send a package via PostNord, the person who signs for it is the modtager. In a digital context, every email you send has a modtager in the 'To' field. However, the word's utility extends far beyond simple delivery. It is used in radio technology to describe a receiver unit that captures signals, and in social contexts to describe someone who receives an award or a compliment.

Logistical Context: In shipping and mail, the 'modtager' is the designated recipient of a parcel. If a delivery fails, the courier might note that the 'modtager var ikke hjemme' (the recipient was not home).
Technical Context: In electronics, a 'modtager' refers to a device like a radio receiver or a satellite receiver that picks up transmitted waves and converts them into sound or images.
Abstract Context: In communication theory, the 'modtager' is the one decoding a message sent by a 'sender'. This applies to linguistics, psychology, and marketing.

Pakken blev leveret til den korrekte modtager i går eftermiddags.

It is important to note that while 'modtager' is a noun, the exact same spelling functions as the present tense of the verb at modtage. For example, 'Jeg modtager gaven' means 'I receive the gift'. Context is your best friend here: if it follows an article like en or den, or if it is in a plural form like modtagere, it is definitely the noun. In Danish society, which values punctuality and clear communication, being a reliable modtager of information is highly regarded in professional settings.

Hvem er den primære modtager af dette nyhedsbrev?

Using modtager correctly requires an understanding of its grammatical role as a common gender noun (fælleskøn). This means it takes the article en. In sentences, it often occupies the object position, though it can certainly be the subject, especially in passive or descriptive constructions. For instance, 'Modtageren skal underskrive ved ankomst' (The recipient must sign upon arrival). Here, the noun is in its definite form, modtageren, which is used when referring to a specific person previously mentioned or known to the context.

Singular vs. Plural: Singular: En modtager (a recipient). Plural: Flere modtagere (several recipients). Definite Plural: Modtagerne (the recipients).

Vi har mange modtagere på vores mailingliste.

When constructing sentences involving transfers of goods or information, modtager is frequently paired with the preposition af (of). For example, 'Han er modtager af Nobels fredspris' (He is the recipient of the Nobel Peace Prize). This structure emphasizes the honor or item being received. In more technical or bureaucratic sentences, you might see it as part of a compound noun, such as dagpengemodtager (a person receiving unemployment benefits) or støttemodtager (a recipient of support/aid). These compounds are very common in Danish and help specify the nature of the reception without needing extra words.

Er du den retmæssige modtager af denne pakke?

In everyday Danish life, you will encounter modtager in several key environments. The most frequent is likely the postal service. If you use the PostNord app or receive a physical slip in your mailbox because you weren't home, the word modtager will be front and center. It defines your role in the transaction. Similarly, in the workplace, during meetings about marketing campaigns or internal communications, colleagues will ask: 'Hvem er vores målgruppe, og hvordan reagerer den typiske modtager?' (Who is our target group, and how does the typical recipient react?). This highlights the word's importance in strategy and communication.

Radioens modtager er gået i stykker, så vi kan ikke høre nyhederne.

You will also hear it on the news, especially when discussing social welfare or economic policy. Terms like overførselsmodtager (someone receiving government transfers/benefits) are common in political debates about the Danish 'velfærdsstat' (welfare state). In a more celebratory tone, during the 'Danish Music Awards' or 'Reumert' (theater awards), the host will introduce the 'modtager af prisen' (the recipient of the award). Even in the kitchen, if you are looking at an old radio or a TV set-up, someone might refer to the 'digital modtager' (the digital receiver box).

Som modtager af dette legat har du visse forpligtelser.

The most frequent pitfall for English speakers learning Danish is the confusion between the noun modtager and the present tense verb modtager. Because they are spelled identically, learners often struggle to distinguish them in written text. The key is to look for the surrounding grammar. A noun will almost always follow an article (en/den/et/det), a possessive pronoun (min/din), or be part of a prepositional phrase. A verb, on the other hand, will follow a subject (Jeg modtager, Han modtager).

Noun vs. Verb: Noun: 'Han er en glad modtager' (He is a happy recipient). Verb: 'Han modtager gaven' (He receives the gift).

Fejl: 'Jeg er den modtager brevet'. Rigtigt: 'Jeg er modtageren af brevet'.

Another mistake involves the plural form. Some learners try to say 'modtagere' when they mean the action of receiving multiple times, or they forget the '-e' at the end of the plural noun. Remember: one modtager, multiple modtagere. Furthermore, don't confuse modtager (the person) with modtagelse (the reception/event/act of receiving). If you are talking about a wedding reception, use reception or modtagelse, never modtager. The modtager is a person or a device, not an event.

While modtager is the most common term, Danish offers several alternatives depending on the level of formality or the specific context. Understanding these nuances will elevate your Danish from functional to fluent. For example, in legal or very formal correspondence, you might encounter the word adressat. This is borrowed from French and specifically refers to the person to whom a message is addressed. It is more formal than modtager and is rarely used in casual conversation.

Adressat: Used in formal letters and linguistics. Example: 'Brevet nåede aldrig sin adressat'.
Begunstiget: Used in insurance or legal contexts to describe a 'beneficiary'—someone who receives a benefit or payout.
Acceptant: A more technical term for someone who accepts an offer or a bill of exchange.

Han er den eneste begunstigede i testamentet.

In a technical sense, if you are talking about a 'receiver' in sports (like American football), Danish often uses the English word 'receiver' or describes the player's action. However, for a radio or TV receiver, modtager remains the standard. If you are talking about a 'recipient' of an organ transplant, the term is organmodtager. By choosing the right synonym, you show a deeper grasp of the Danish language's categorical precision.

How Formal Is It?

Formal

"Den retmæssige modtager bedes henvende sig til administrationen."

Neutral

"Hvem er modtager af denne pakke?"

Informal

"Jeg er bare modtager af dine dårlige vittigheder i dag."

Child friendly

"Hvem skal have gaven? Du er modtageren!"

Jerga

"Han er den fødte modtager af alt det drama."

Dato curioso

The word literally implies a proactive 'taking' rather than just a passive 'getting', reflecting the active role of a receiver in Old Norse culture.

Guía de pronunciación

UK /ˈmɔðˌtɛːɐ/

US /ˈmɔðˌteɪər/

Stress is on the first syllable 'mod-'.

Rima con

opdager deltager indtager vedtager fratager undtager påtager godtgør (partial)

Errores comunes

Pronouncing the 'd' as a hard 'd' like in English 'dog'.
Pronouncing the 'g' clearly like in 'gate'.
Stressing the second syllable instead of the first.
Making the '-er' sound too much like 'air'.
Forgetting to make the 'o' sound short and rounded.

Nivel de dificultad

Lectura 2/5

Easy to recognize but can be confused with the verb form.

Escritura 3/5

Requires correct plural and definite endings.

Expresión oral 4/5

The soft 'd' and schwa 'r' are tricky for English speakers.

Escucha 3/5

Must distinguish from 'modtager' (verb) by context.

Qué aprender después

Requisitos previos

tage mod give brev pakke

Aprende después

modtagelse afsender forsendelse levering adressat

Avanzado

receptionsæstetik begunstiget transmissionsmodel ontologi

Gramática que debes saber

Common Gender Nouns

En modtager, modtageren.

Nouns ending in -er (Agent nouns)

Modtager, bager, løber (all take -e in plural).

Genitive case

Modtagerens adresse (The recipient's address).

Compound Noun Formation

Pakke + modtager = pakkemodtager.

Present Tense Verb Identity

Jeg modtager (verb) vs. En modtager (noun).

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Ejemplos por nivel

Hvem er modtager af gaven?

Who is the recipient of the gift?

Simple question with 'modtager' as the subject.

Jeg skriver navnet på en modtager.

I am writing the name of a recipient.

Indefinite singular noun.

Er du modtageren?

Are you the recipient?

Definite singular noun.

Her er en modtager.

Here is a recipient.

Basic demonstrative sentence.

Pakken har ingen modtager.

The package has no recipient.

Negative construction.

Modtageren er glad.

The recipient is happy.

Subject-predicate with definite noun.

Find en modtager til brevet.

Find a recipient for the letter.

Imperative sentence.

Min ven er modtager.

My friend is the recipient.

Identifying a person's role.

Der står 'modtager' på pakken.

It says 'recipient' on the package.

Noun used as a label.

Vi har to modtagere i dag.

We have two recipients today.

Plural form 'modtagere'.

Husk at skrive modtagerens adresse.

Remember to write the recipient's address.

Genitive form 'modtagerens'.

Modtageren skal være hjemme klokken ti.

The recipient must be home at ten o'clock.

Definite noun as subject of a modal verb.

Er der en modtager til denne e-mail?

Is there a recipient for this email?

Interrogative with indefinite noun.

Mange modtagere venter på svar.

Many recipients are waiting for an answer.

Plural noun with an adjective.

Han er modtager af en lille præmie.

He is the recipient of a small prize.

Noun followed by a prepositional phrase.

Hvem er den rigtige modtager?

Who is the right recipient?

Definite noun with an adjective.

Denne radiomodtager er meget gammel.

This radio receiver is very old.

Compound noun 'radiomodtager'.

Systemet sender automatisk besked til alle modtagere.

The system automatically sends a message to all recipients.

Plural definite noun in a technical context.

Som modtager af nyhedsbrevet får du rabat.

As a recipient of the newsletter, you get a discount.

Prepositional phrase 'Som modtager af'.

Vi skal identificere den tiltænkte modtager.

We must identify the intended recipient.

Formal adjective 'tiltænkte'.

Modtageren bekræftede modtagelsen med det samme.

The recipient confirmed receipt immediately.

Using both 'modtager' (noun) and 'modtagelsen' (action).

Er du modtager af statens uddannelsesstøtte?

Are you a recipient of state educational support?

Formal compound context (SU).

Hver modtager får en unik kode.

Each recipient gets a unique code.

Quantifier 'Hver' with singular noun.

Modtageren har ret til at klage.

The recipient has the right to complain.

Legal/formal context.

Kommunikationsmodellen består af en sender og en modtager.

The communication model consists of a sender and a receiver.

Theoretical/Academic usage.

Han er en hyppig modtager af kritik i medierne.

He is a frequent recipient of criticism in the media.

Abstract usage of 'recipient'.

Antallet af dagpengemodtagere er faldet i år.

The number of unemployment benefit recipients has fallen this year.

Socio-political compound noun.

Det er vigtigt at kende sin modtagers forventninger.

It is important to know your recipient's expectations.

Possessive usage in a professional context.

Modtageren af legatet bliver offentliggjort i morgen.

The recipient of the grant will be announced tomorrow.

Passive context with specific noun.

Vi må sikre, at modtageren forstår budskabet korrekt.

We must ensure that the recipient understands the message correctly.

Focus on semantic reception.

Som modtager har du pligt til at oplyse om ændringer.

As a recipient, you have a duty to report changes.

Formal obligation phrasing.

Denne type modtager kan håndtere digitale signaler.

This type of receiver can handle digital signals.

Technical specification.

Værkets betydning skabes i mødet med dets modtager.

The work's meaning is created in the encounter with its recipient.

Literary/Philosophical context.

Han optræder som en passiv modtager af begivenhederne.

He acts as a passive recipient of the events.

Metaphorical/Descriptive usage.

Modtagerkredsen for dette tidsskrift er ret begrænset.

The circle of recipients for this journal is quite limited.

Compound 'modtagerkreds' (audience/readership).

Der opstod tvivl om, hvem der var den retmæssige modtager.

Doubt arose as to who the rightful recipient was.

Legal/Formal phrasing.

En dygtig taler tilpasser altid sit sprog til sin modtager.

A skilled speaker always adapts their language to their recipient.

Rhetorical strategy context.

Modtageren af denne prestigefyldte orden takkede dronningen.

The recipient of this prestigious order thanked the Queen.

High-register formal context.

Teksten er kompleks og kræver en opmærksom modtager.

The text is complex and requires an attentive recipient.

Describing the quality of reception.

Vi undersøger modtagerens psykologiske reaktion på annoncen.

We are investigating the recipient's psychological reaction to the ad.

Scientific/Analytical context.

Modtagerens ontologiske status i kommunikationsprocessen er omdiskuteret.

The recipient's ontological status in the communication process is debated.

Highly academic/Philosophical.

Er mennesket blot en modtager af kosmiske impulser?

Is man merely a recipient of cosmic impulses?

Existential inquiry.

Lovgivningen præciserer ansvaret for den sekundære modtager.

The legislation specifies the responsibility for the secondary recipient.

Complex legal terminology.

Modtagerorienteret litteraturteori vandt frem i 1970'erne.

Reader-response (recipient-oriented) literary theory gained ground in the 1970s.

Academic historical context.

Signalet blev forstyrret før det nåede frem til modtageren.

The signal was disrupted before it reached the receiver.

Precise technical description.

Modtageren må anses for at have handlet i god tro.

The recipient must be considered to have acted in good faith.

Legal idiom 'i god tro'.

Enhver modtager af denne information er bundet af tavshedspligt.

Any recipient of this information is bound by a duty of confidentiality.

Official/Legal warning.

Vi må dekonstruere forholdet mellem sender og modtager.

We must deconstruct the relationship between sender and recipient.

Post-structuralist academic terminology.

Colocaciones comunes

den retmæssige modtager

ukendt modtager

en taknemmelig modtager

digital modtager

modtager af prisen

den tiltænkte modtager

skrive til modtageren

modtager af støtte

identificere modtageren

den primære modtager

Frases Comunes

Til rette modtager

Stå som modtager

Være modtager af

Ukendt modtager

Flere modtagere

Den endelige modtager

Modtager betaler

En passiv modtager

Navn på modtager

Bekræft modtager

Se confunde a menudo con

modtager vs Modtagelse

This is the act of receiving or a reception event, not the person.

modtager vs Adressat

More formal and strictly for mail/messages.

modtager vs Afsender

The person who sends, the exact opposite.

Modismos y expresiones

"At være på modtagersiden"

To be the one receiving something, often used in negotiations or when receiving criticism.

Det er ikke altid sjovt at være på modtagersiden af en opsigelse.

informal

"Som man sår, så høster man (modtager man)"

You reap what you sow (you receive what you put out).

Han var grov, og nu er han modtager af samme behandling.

neutral

"En glad modtager af alt godt"

Someone who happily accepts any good fortune.

Hun er altid en glad modtager af komplimenter.

informal

"At finde sin modtager"

To find the person who appreciates or understands what you are offering.

Hendes kunst har endelig fundet sin modtager.

literary

"Ingen modtager, ingen besked"

Without someone to listen, the message is pointless.

Husk, at uden en modtager er din tale bare støj.

philosophical

"At være modtager af nåde"

To be the recipient of mercy or grace.

Han følte sig som modtager af en uventet nåde.

formal/religious

"Kaste bolden til en modtager"

To pass a task or responsibility to someone else.

Jeg kaster bolden videre til den næste modtager i rækken.

metaphorical

"At være i modtager-mode"

To be ready to listen and take in information.

Jeg er i modtager-mode i dag, så bare fortæl løs.

informal/modern

"En værdig modtager"

A worthy recipient (of an honor).

Han er i sandhed en værdig modtager af denne pris.

formal

"At spille bolden til rette modtager"

To direct your efforts or words to the right person.

Vi skal sørge for at spille bolden til rette modtager i ledelsen.

business

Fácil de confundir

modtager vs modtager (verb)

Identical spelling and pronunciation.

The verb describes the action (he receives), while the noun describes the person (the receiver).

Han modtager (verb) gaven som den heldige modtager (noun).

modtager vs modtagelse

Related root word.

Modtagelse is the event or the process; modtager is the person.

Modtageren var til stede ved modtagelsen.

modtager vs deltager

Similar ending and structure.

Deltager means participant; modtager means recipient.

En deltager i løbet var også modtager af en medalje.

modtager vs indtager

Similar prefix/suffix structure.

Indtager means to consume or occupy.

Han indtager sin medicin.

modtager vs opdager

Rhymes and looks similar.

Opdager means to discover.

Han opdager, hvem modtageren er.

Patrones de oraciones

Hvem er [modtager]?

Hvem er modtager?

Jeg er [modtager] af [ting].

Jeg er modtager af brevet.

Husk at [verbum] [modtageren].

Husk at informere modtageren.

Som [modtager] har man [ansvar].

Som modtager har man et ansvar.

Det er essentielt for [modtageren] at [verbum].

Det er essentielt for modtageren at forstå nuancen.

Relationen mellem [sender] og [modtager] er [adjektiv].

Relationen mellem sender og modtager er kompleks.

Der findes mange [modtagere] af [ydelse].

Der findes mange modtagere af denne ydelse.

Er [modtageren] [adjektiv]?

Er modtageren klar?

Familia de palabras

Sustantivos

Verbos

Adjetivos

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Cómo usarlo

frequency

Very high in logistics, administration, and technology.

Errores comunes

Using 'modtager' as a verb without a subject. → Jeg modtager pakken.
In Danish, you need a subject for the verb. If you just say 'Modtager pakken', it sounds like a label on a box.
Writing 'modtageren' when you mean 'the reception'. → Modtagelsen var god.
'Modtageren' is the person; 'modtagelsen' is the event or act of receiving.
Pluralizing as 'modtagere' but using 'et' article. → En modtager, flere modtagere.
'Modtager' is a common gender noun (en-ord), never a neuter noun (et-ord).
Pronouncing 'modtager' with a hard English 'g'. → Pronounce it with a soft, almost vocalic 'g'.
A hard 'g' makes the word sound foreign and can lead to misunderstanding.
Using 'modtager' for a 'receiver' in a phone. → Røret (the handset).
While 'modtager' is technical, the physical part of a phone you hold is usually called 'røret'.

Consejos

Check the Article

If you see 'en' or 'den' before 'modtager', it is 100% a noun. This is the fastest way to distinguish it from the verb.

Learn the Opposite

Always learn 'afsender' (sender) alongside 'modtager'. They are a natural pair in almost every context.

Soft D Practice

Practice the soft 'd' by saying 'the' in English but keeping your tongue lower and flatter.

Welfare Terms

When reading Danish news, look for compound words ending in -modtager to understand who is receiving government support.

Email Etiquette

In professional emails, 'kære modtager' can be used if you are writing to a group of people.

Technical Devices

Don't forget that your TV box or radio is also a 'modtager'. Use it when talking to tech support.

The Taker

Remember that 'tager' means 'taker'. A modtager is someone who takes something towards ('mod') themselves.

Word Endings

Listen for the '-ne' in 'modtagerne' to quickly identify when someone is talking about a specific group of recipients.

Gifts

In Denmark, the 'modtager' is expected to open the gift immediately. Use the word 'modtager' to describe this social role.

Compound Power

Danish loves compounds. Try making your own, like 'beskedmodtager' (message recipient), and people will understand you.

Memorízalo

Mnemotecnia

Think of a 'Mode' of 'Taking'. A 'Modtager' is in the mode of taking what you give.

Asociación visual

Picture a person standing with open arms ready to catch (take) a ball coming 'mod' (towards) them.

Word Web

Afsender Brev Pakke Gave Signal Radio E-mail Navn

Desafío

Try to identify three 'modtagere' in your room right now (e.g., your phone receiving Wi-Fi, you receiving this text, a plant receiving sunlight).

Origen de la palabra

Derived from the Danish verb 'modtage', which comes from Old Danish 'moth-taka'. It is a compound of 'mod' (against/towards) and 'tage' (to take).

Significado original: To take something that is coming towards you.

Germanic (Danish/North Germanic).

Contexto cultural

Be careful when using 'modtager' in the context of welfare (e.g., 'kontanthjælpsmodtager') as it can sometimes carry a social stigma depending on the political context.

In English, 'recipient' is often more formal than 'receiver'. In Danish, 'modtager' covers both without a strong register shift.

Nobelprismodtager (Nobel Prize winner) Modtager af Elefantordenen PostNord tracking systems

Practica en la vida real

Contextos reales

Post and Logistics

Skriv modtagerens navn
Pakken er hos modtageren
Ukendt modtager
Modtager skal kvittere

E-mail/Digital

Tilføj modtager
Slet modtager
Flere modtagere
Modtagerliste

Awards and Honors

Modtager af prisen
En værdig modtager
Årets modtager
Tidligere modtagere

Welfare State

Modtager af ydelser
Støttemodtager
Dagpengemodtager
Pensionist (as recipient)

Electronics/Tech

Radiomodtager
Digital modtager
Signalet når modtageren
Defekt modtager

Inicios de conversación

"Hvem er den typiske modtager af jeres produkter?"

"Har du nogensinde været modtager af en uventet gave?"

"Hvordan sikrer vi, at modtageren forstår vores budskab?"

"Er du modtager af nogle spændende nyhedsbreve?"

"Hvem synes du er en værdig modtager af Nobels fredspris i år?"

Temas para diario

Beskriv en gang, hvor du var modtager af en stor ære eller en vigtig besked.

Hvordan føles det at være modtager af kritik sammenlignet med at være den, der giver den?

Reflektér over rollen som modtager i det danske velfærdssystem.

Hvis du kunne være modtager af en hvilken som helst evne, hvad skulle det så være?

Skriv om en mystisk pakke, hvor modtageren er ukendt.

Preguntas frecuentes

10 preguntas

No, it can also be a device, like a 'radiomodtager' (radio receiver), or an abstract entity like a company.

Look for an article (en/den). If you see 'en modtager', it's a noun. If it follows a name or 'jeg/du/han', it's likely a verb.

The plural is 'modtagere'. To say 'the recipients', you say 'modtagerne'.

Yes, 'prismodtager' is the standard word for an award winner or recipient.

Yes, it's used constantly in emails, shipping, and marketing to define the target audience.

'Modtager' is general. 'Adressat' is formal and specifically refers to the person a letter is addressed to.

No, Danish does not have gendered nouns for professions or roles in this way anymore. 'Modtager' is used for everyone.

The Danish equivalent is 'Til rette modtager'.

Yes, the person receiving the organ is called an 'organmodtager'.

No, it's a 'soft d', which sounds like a very soft 'th' in English. It's not silent, but it's not a hard 'd' either.

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