Significado
Patience is rewarded.
Contexto cultural
Norwegians have a high tolerance for waiting in nature, such as waiting for the right fishing conditions or the sun to return. This proverb is a core part of that stoic identity. The phrase is shared across Sweden and Denmark with minor linguistic tweaks, showing a unified Nordic value of patience. In Norway, this phrase is often used ironically when technology is slow, showing the proverb's adaptability to modern frustrations. It is one of the first proverbs Norwegian children learn, often in the context of 'lørdagsgodt' (Saturday sweets).
The Half-Phrase Trick
If you want to sound like a native, just say 'Den som venter på noe godt...' and trail off. Everyone knows the rest!
Preposition Alert
Always use 'på'. Never say 'venter for'. This is the #1 giveaway that you are translating from English.
Significado
Patience is rewarded.
The Half-Phrase Trick
If you want to sound like a native, just say 'Den som venter på noe godt...' and trail off. Everyone knows the rest!
Preposition Alert
Always use 'på'. Never say 'venter for'. This is the #1 giveaway that you are translating from English.
Ponte a prueba
Fill in the missing preposition.
Den som venter ___ noe godt, venter ikke forgjeves.
In Norwegian, the verb 'å vente' is followed by the preposition 'på'.
Which word means 'in vain'?
Den som venter på noe godt, venter ikke _______.
'Forgjeves' is the specific adverb used in this proverb to mean 'in vain'.
In which situation is this proverb MOST appropriate?
A friend is waiting for their exam results which will be released in two weeks.
This proverb is used to encourage someone during a long wait for a positive result.
Complete the dialogue.
Lise: 'Jeg har ventet på denne konserten i et helt år!' Per: '_________________'
Per is validating Lise's long wait by using the proverb.
🎉 Puntuación: /4
Ayudas visuales
Banco de ejercicios
4 ejerciciosDen som venter ___ noe godt, venter ikke forgjeves.
In Norwegian, the verb 'å vente' is followed by the preposition 'på'.
Den som venter på noe godt, venter ikke _______.
'Forgjeves' is the specific adverb used in this proverb to mean 'in vain'.
A friend is waiting for their exam results which will be released in two weeks.
This proverb is used to encourage someone during a long wait for a positive result.
Lise: 'Jeg har ventet på denne konserten i et helt år!' Per: '_________________'
Per is validating Lise's long wait by using the proverb.
🎉 Puntuación: /4
Preguntas frecuentes
4 preguntasNot at all! It is used daily by people of all ages in Norway.
Yes, it's perfect for encouraging a team during a long project.
It means 'in vain' or 'for nothing'.
Technically yes, but then it's no longer the proverb. Stick to 'noe godt' for the classic effect.
Frases relacionadas
Smør deg med tålmodighet
similarBe patient (literally: smear yourself with patience).
Tålmodighet er en dyd
synonymPatience is a virtue.
Alt til sin tid
builds onEverything in its own time.
Den som ler sist, ler best
similarHe who laughs last, laughs best.
