Significado
Asking for confirmation.
Contexto cultural
Norwegians often use this to avoid conflict. By asking, they give the other person a chance to correct themselves without losing face. In the broader Scandinavian context, this phrase is used to establish consensus before moving forward in a group setting. In Norwegian offices, this is a standard way to perform a 'sanity check' on a project plan.
Use 'helt'
Add 'helt' to sound more natural when you are really doubting someone.
Don't confuse with 'trygg'
Always remember: 'Sikker' is for facts, 'Trygg' is for safety.
Significado
Asking for confirmation.
Use 'helt'
Add 'helt' to sound more natural when you are really doubting someone.
Don't confuse with 'trygg'
Always remember: 'Sikker' is for facts, 'Trygg' is for safety.
Use in meetings
It's a great way to confirm details without sounding aggressive.
Ponte a prueba
Fill in the missing preposition.
Er du sikker ___ at dette er sant?
The phrase 'sikker på' is the fixed expression for 'sure about'.
Which is the correct translation for 'Are you sure?'
Choose the correct option.
'Sikker' is the correct word for 'sure'.
Match the phrase to its meaning.
Er du sikker? -> ?
Direct translation.
Complete the dialogue.
A: Jeg tror vi må gå nå. B: ___?
It is the most natural way to question a statement.
🎉 Puntuación: /4
Ayudas visuales
Banco de ejercicios
4 ejerciciosEr du sikker ___ at dette er sant?
The phrase 'sikker på' is the fixed expression for 'sure about'.
Choose the correct option.
'Sikker' is the correct word for 'sure'.
Empareja cada elemento de la izquierda con su par de la derecha:
Direct translation.
A: Jeg tror vi må gå nå. B: ___?
It is the most natural way to question a statement.
🎉 Puntuación: /4
Preguntas frecuentes
6 preguntasYes, it is neutral and professional.
No, it is seen as helpful.
You can say 'Jeg er usikker'.
No, 'sikker' stays the same.
Yes, e.g., 'Er du sikker på at du vil dette?'
It's a fixed prepositional phrase.
Frases relacionadas
Er du helt sikker?
builds onAre you completely sure?
Jeg er sikker
similarI am sure
Er du trygg?
contrastAre you safe?
