Signification
Advising patience for a better outcome.
Contexte culturel
Danes value 'sund fornuft' (common sense). Waiting is seen as a sign of maturity and level-headedness rather than indecision. In Greenlandic culture, waiting is often tied to nature and weather conditions (piniariarneq). The phrase is used with deep respect for the environment. In Danish offices, 'flad struktur' (flat hierarchy) means decisions take time. This phrase is used to ensure everyone has been heard. When invited to a 'frokost' (lunch), it is best to wait for the host to say 'velbekomme' or 'skål' before starting.
Softening the advice
Add 'måske' (maybe) or 'jeg tror' (I think) to make the advice sound less like a command.
Don't forget 'at'
English speakers often forget the 'at' (to). Always include it before the verb 'vente'.
Signification
Advising patience for a better outcome.
Softening the advice
Add 'måske' (maybe) or 'jeg tror' (I think) to make the advice sound less like a command.
Don't forget 'at'
English speakers often forget the 'at' (to). Always include it before the verb 'vente'.
Use with 'lige'
Adding 'lige' (just) makes it sound very native: 'Det er bedst lige at vente'.
Teste-toi
Fill in the missing word to complete the advice.
Det er ______ at vente.
The standard phrase uses the superlative 'bedst' to mean 'it is best'.
Which sentence is grammatically correct?
Choose the correct form of the verb.
After 'at', you must use the infinitive form 'vente'.
Match the situation to the correct Danish response.
Your friend wants to buy a phone right before a big sale.
Waiting for a sale is the logical 'best' choice.
Complete the dialogue.
A: Skal vi gå nu? B: Nej, det regner. ______.
The context of rain makes waiting the most appropriate response.
🎉 Score : /4
Aides visuelles
Banque d exercices
4 exercicesDet er ______ at vente.
The standard phrase uses the superlative 'bedst' to mean 'it is best'.
Choose the correct form of the verb.
After 'at', you must use the infinitive form 'vente'.
Your friend wants to buy a phone right before a big sale.
Waiting for a sale is the logical 'best' choice.
A: Skal vi gå nu? B: Nej, det regner. ______.
The context of rain makes waiting the most appropriate response.
🎉 Score : /4
Questions fréquentes
10 questionsNo, you would say 'Det er bedst for dig at vente'. The 'for dig' comes after 'bedst'.
It is neutral. You can use it with your boss or your best friend.
'Vente' is general. 'Afvente' is more formal and often used in business or legal contexts.
Yes, 'Det er bedst at vente på ham' (It is best to wait for him).
Change 'er' to 'var': 'Det var bedst at vente'.
Yes, in casual speech: 'Bedst at vente'.
No, in this 'det er' construction, 'bedst' remains in the singular/neuter form.
Yes, it's very common in professional emails when suggesting a delay.
'Det er bedst at handle nu' (It is best to act now).
This is called extraposition. The real subject 'at vente' is moved to the end for emphasis.
Expressions liées
Se tiden an
similarWait and see how things develop.
Slå koldt vand i blodet
idiomKeep calm and wait.
Skynd dig langsomt
contrastMake haste slowly.
Det er nu eller aldrig
contrastIt is now or never.
