Signification
To have more than enough.
Contexte culturel
The 'Overskudsmor' (Surplus Mom) is a common cultural trope. She is the mother who bakes, works, exercises, and never looks tired. It's both an ideal and a source of social pressure. The concept of 'overskud' is linked to the 'Jantelov' (Law of Jante). While you want to be in overskud, showing it off too much can be seen as bragging. In Danish offices, it is socially acceptable to say you lack 'overskud'. It is seen as a sign of self-awareness rather than weakness.
The 'No' Hack
Use 'Jeg har ikke overskud' to say no to social events without hurting feelings. It sounds like a health limitation rather than a personal rejection.
Sarcasm Alert
Be careful calling someone 'overskudsagtig' too many times; it can sound like you think they are showing off.
Signification
To have more than enough.
The 'No' Hack
Use 'Jeg har ikke overskud' to say no to social events without hurting feelings. It sounds like a health limitation rather than a personal rejection.
Sarcasm Alert
Be careful calling someone 'overskudsagtig' too many times; it can sound like you think they are showing off.
Teste-toi
Fill in the missing words to complete the sentence.
Jeg kan ikke hjælpe dig med flytningen, for jeg er slet ikke ___ ___.
The correct preposition is 'i'.
Which sentence uses the phrase correctly in a financial context?
A: Min bankkonto er i overskud. B: Min bankkonto har overskuddet.
In a financial context, we say the account 'er i overskud'.
Match the response to the situation.
Situation: Your boss asks if you can work late. You are very tired.
This is the most natural way to decline based on energy levels.
🎉 Score : /3
Aides visuelles
Banque d exercices
3 exercicesJeg kan ikke hjælpe dig med flytningen, for jeg er slet ikke ___ ___.
The correct preposition is 'i'.
A: Min bankkonto er i overskud. B: Min bankkonto har overskuddet.
In a financial context, we say the account 'er i overskud'.
Situation: Your boss asks if you can work late. You are very tired.
This is the most natural way to decline based on energy levels.
🎉 Score : /3
Questions fréquentes
2 questionsYes, but 'overskud' usually implies a mental readiness as well. If you are just physically fit, you might say 'Jeg har masser af energi'.
It is always 'i overskud' when describing a state. 'Med overskud' is used in specific phrases like 'at vinde med overskud' (to win easily).
Expressions liées
at være i underskud
contrastTo be in deficit / lacking energy
at have overskud
similarTo have surplus energy
overskudsagtig
specialized formBeing full of energy/capable
til overs
similarLeft over
