Alright, let's talk about the Norwegian word himmel. It's a fundamental word, meaning 'sky' or 'heaven.' You'll hear it used a lot, both literally and figuratively. It's a masculine noun.
- DEFINITION
- The expanse above the earth; also, in a religious context, the dwelling place of God and the angels.
§ Basic Use of Himmel
The most common way you'll encounter himmel is simply to refer to the sky. Think about looking up on a clear day or watching the weather change.
Solen skinner på himmelen i dag. (The sun is shining in the sky today.)
Det er mange skyer på himmelen. (There are many clouds in the sky.)
§ Himmel in Work and Everyday Life
Even in a practical context, like at work or just discussing daily observations, himmel comes up. Think about weather-related conversations, which are common everywhere.
- If you're a builder, farmer, or anyone whose work is affected by weather, you might say:
Vi må sjekke himmelen før vi begynner å male. (We need to check the sky before we start painting.)
- When talking about travel or aviation:
Flyet forsvant inn i himmelen. (The plane disappeared into the sky.)
§ Himmel in News and Media
In news reports, especially those about weather, space, or even dramatic events, himmel is used. You might hear phrases like:
- Reporting on astronomical events:
En sjelden meteoritt lyste opp himmelen i natt. (A rare meteorite lit up the sky last night.)
- Describing weather phenomena:
Mørke skyer dekker himmelen over Oslo. (Dark clouds cover the sky over Oslo.)
§ Figurative Use: 'Heaven'
Like in English, himmel also means 'heaven' in a religious or spiritual sense. You'll hear this in religious contexts, literature, or even common expressions.
Han trodde på et liv etter døden, i himmelen. (He believed in life after death, in heaven.)
For himmelen skyld! (For heaven's sake!)
§ Related Words and Expressions
You'll also find himmel in compound words and fixed expressions:
- Himmelsk: heavenly (adjective)
- Himmellegeme: celestial body (e.g., star, planet)
- Å være i den syvende himmel: to be in seventh heaven (to be extremely happy)
Etter bryllupet var hun i den syvende himmel. (After the wedding, she was in seventh heaven.)
Keep an ear out for himmel in different contexts. You'll quickly get a feel for its various uses, from describing the weather to expressing extreme joy or even spiritual concepts.
مثالها بر اساس سطح
Himmelen er blå i dag.
The sky is blue today.
Se opp på stjernene på himmelen.
Look up at the stars in the sky.
Flyet forsvant inn i skyene på himmelen.
The plane disappeared into the clouds in the sky.
Himmelen ble mørk før stormen.
The sky became dark before the storm.
Barnet pekte på regnbuen på himmelen.
The child pointed at the rainbow in the sky.
Det var en vakker solnedgang på himmelen i går kveld.
There was a beautiful sunset in the sky last night.
Fuglene fløy høyt på himmelen.
The birds flew high in the sky.
Jeg ønsker meg en klar himmel uten skyer.
I wish for a clear sky without clouds.
خودت رو بسنج 6 سوال
This sentence means 'The sky is blue'.
This sentence means 'The sun shines in the sky'.
This sentence means 'The sky is full of stars at night'.
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A1the reproductive part of a plant
blå
A1The color of the clear sky.
brun
A1The color of wood or soil.
felle
B1to fell or trap
fjell
A1large natural elevation of earth
flokk
B1A flock, herd or group
fruktbar
C1fertile or productive
fryse
A2to freeze or be cold
fugl
A2an animal with feathers and wings
glatt
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