Significado
Asking about an object.
Contexto cultural
Norwegians appreciate directness. Asking 'Hva er dette?' is a sign of engagement. Swedes use 'Vad är detta?' which is very similar to the Norwegian version. Danes use 'Hvad er dette?', though pronunciation differs significantly. In most Western cultures, pointing and asking 'What is this?' is acceptable if done politely.
Use gestures
Always point or look at the object when asking. It makes your meaning 100% clear.
The 'for noe' trick
Add 'for noe' to sound more like a native speaker. It adds a natural, inquisitive tone.
Significado
Asking about an object.
Use gestures
Always point or look at the object when asking. It makes your meaning 100% clear.
The 'for noe' trick
Add 'for noe' to sound more like a native speaker. It adds a natural, inquisitive tone.
Don't be shy
Norwegians love to explain their culture. Asking 'Hva er dette?' is a great way to start a conversation.
Ponte a prueba
Fill in the missing word.
Hva ___ dette?
The verb 'er' is required in the second position.
Which is correct for an object in your hand?
Choose the correct phrase.
'Dette' is for objects close to you.
Complete the dialogue.
A: [?] B: Det er en penn.
The speaker is asking for the identity of an object.
Match the situation to the phrase.
You are holding a mystery box.
You are asking about an object in your possession.
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Ayudas visuales
Banco de ejercicios
4 ejerciciosHva ___ dette?
The verb 'er' is required in the second position.
Choose the correct phrase.
'Dette' is for objects close to you.
A: [?] B: Det er en penn.
The speaker is asking for the identity of an object.
You are holding a mystery box.
You are asking about an object in your possession.
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Preguntas frecuentes
12 preguntasNo, use 'Hvem er dette?' for people.
In Norway, it is acceptable when asking about an object in a learning context.
It is a historical feature of Norwegian pronunciation.
Yes, but 'Hva er dette for en gjenstand?' sounds more professional.
'Dette' is neuter and works for everything.
Yes, 'Hva er dette?' works for plural objects too.
Start with 'Det er en...' (It is a...).
People will understand, but you might sound like you are pointing at something further away.
Yes, often with a photo attachment.
No, use 'Hva mener du?' for abstract ideas.
Yes, it is standard Bokmål.
'Dette' is neuter, 'denne' is masculine/feminine.
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