Signification
To disagree with something.
Contexte culturel
Danes value 'direkte tale' (direct speech). Being 'imod' something is not seen as an attack on the person, but as a contribution to the 'debat'. In contrast to Denmark, being directly 'imod' something in Japan can be seen as breaking 'Wa' (harmony). Indirectness is preferred. In American political culture, being 'against' something is often framed as a matter of individual liberty or rights. France has a strong culture of 'manifestation' (protest). Being 'contre' is a public and collective act of identity.
The 'At' Comma
Always put a comma before 'at' when using 'at være imod, at...'.
Don't be too direct
In social settings, use 'Jeg er ikke så meget for...' to avoid sounding too harsh.
Signification
To disagree with something.
The 'At' Comma
Always put a comma before 'at' when using 'at være imod, at...'.
Don't be too direct
In social settings, use 'Jeg er ikke så meget for...' to avoid sounding too harsh.
Use Adverbs
Add 'stærkt' or 'helt' to sound more like a native: 'Jeg er helt imod det!'
Debate is Good
Don't be afraid to be 'imod' something in Denmark; it's seen as being engaged.
Teste-toi
Fill in the missing words to say 'I am against the plan'.
Jeg ___ ___ planen.
The standard phrase is 'at være imod'.
Which sentence is grammatically correct?
Choose the correct sentence:
You need 'imod' and a comma before 'at'.
Complete the dialogue with a polite objection.
A: Må jeg låne din bil? B: Nej, det ___ ___ ___ ___.
'Har noget imod' is the idiomatic way to express a personal objection to a request.
Match the phrase to the situation.
You are in a parliament and want to oppose a law.
This is the most formal and appropriate for a parliamentary setting.
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Aides visuelles
Imod vs. Mod
Banque d exercices
4 exercicesJeg ___ ___ planen.
The standard phrase is 'at være imod'.
Choose the correct sentence:
You need 'imod' and a comma before 'at'.
A: Må jeg låne din bil? B: Nej, det ___ ___ ___ ___.
'Har noget imod' is the idiomatic way to express a personal objection to a request.
You are in a parliament and want to oppose a law.
This is the most formal and appropriate for a parliamentary setting.
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Questions fréquentes
14 questionsThey are often interchangeable, but 'imod' is more common as an adverb and after 'være'. 'Mod' is more common for physical direction (e.g., 'mod nord').
Yes, but 'Jeg er imod dig' is very strong. Usually, you would say 'Jeg er uenig med dig'.
It is neutral. You can use it with your boss or your friends.
Use 'Jeg har ikke noget imod det'.
Danish grammar rules require a comma before most subordinate clauses starting with 'at'.
Only if you have a moral objection to coffee. Otherwise, say 'Jeg har ikke lyst til kaffe'.
The opposite is 'at være for' (to be for/in favor of).
No, it is a standard way to express an opinion in Denmark.
Yes: 'Jeg var imod det'.
No, 'imod' is the preposition itself.
Yes, 'Vi spiller imod dem' (We are playing against them).
Yes, 'modstander' is the noun form (opponent).
Say 'Jeg er stærkt imod'.
Usually 'mod' is better for directions, but 'imod' can be used for 'towards'.
Expressions liées
at have noget imod
similarTo mind something
at være modstander af
specialized formTo be an opponent of
at modsætte sig
builds onTo resist/oppose
at være uenig
synonymTo disagree
at sige nej til
informalTo say no to
