Signification
Something is great or excellent.
Contexte culturel
Danes value 'uformelhed' (informality). Using 'fedt' even with people you don't know well can actually help break the ice and show you are 'nede på jorden' (down to earth). In Copenhagen's 'bro-districts' (like Nørrebro), you might hear 'sygt fedt' or 'stramt' as variations. 'Fedt' remains the safe, classic choice that never goes out of style. In Danish offices, the boss is often called by their first name. Saying 'Det er fedt' to a boss about a new project is common and not seen as disrespectful. While Jante Law discourages bragging, 'det er fedt' is a socially acceptable way to acknowledge success without sounding like you are 'too much'.
The 'Nok' Modifier
Add 'nok' to make it 'Fedt nok'. This means 'Cool enough' or 'Fine by me', often used when you are satisfied but not overly excited.
The Weight Trap
Never say 'Du er fed' to a friend unless you want to start a fight. Stick to 'Det er fedt' for situations.
Signification
Something is great or excellent.
The 'Nok' Modifier
Add 'nok' to make it 'Fedt nok'. This means 'Cool enough' or 'Fine by me', often used when you are satisfied but not overly excited.
The Weight Trap
Never say 'Du er fed' to a friend unless you want to start a fight. Stick to 'Det er fedt' for situations.
Texting Style
In texts, Danes often just write 'Fedt!' as a quick acknowledgment. It's the equivalent of a 'thumbs up' emoji.
Teste-toi
Fill in the correct form of 'fed' (fed or fedt).
Jeg har købt en ny cykel. Den er ____!
Because 'cykel' is an 'en' word (common gender), we use 'fed' without the 't'.
Which response is most natural for a friend telling you they won the lottery?
Jeg har vundet i Lotto!
'Det er fedt!' is the perfect enthusiastic reaction. 'Koldt' means cold temperature, and 'fed' is missing the neuter 't'.
Complete the dialogue.
A: Skal vi se en film i aften? B: Ja, det ____ ____!
The present tense 'er fedt' is used to agree to a suggestion.
Match the phrase to the situation.
Match 'Det er for fedt!' with the best context.
'For fedt' is high-energy slang, perfect for a big victory.
🎉 Score : /4
Aides visuelles
When to use 'Fedt'
Good News
- • New job
- • Winning
- • Holiday
Cool Objects
- • Guitars
- • Cars
- • Gadgets
Agreement
- • Plans
- • Ideas
- • Suggestions
Fed vs. Fedt
Banque d exercices
4 exercicesJeg har købt en ny cykel. Den er ____!
Because 'cykel' is an 'en' word (common gender), we use 'fed' without the 't'.
Jeg har vundet i Lotto!
'Det er fedt!' is the perfect enthusiastic reaction. 'Koldt' means cold temperature, and 'fed' is missing the neuter 't'.
A: Skal vi se en film i aften? B: Ja, det ____ ____!
The present tense 'er fedt' is used to agree to a suggestion.
Match 'Det er for fedt!' with the best context.
'For fedt' is high-energy slang, perfect for a big victory.
🎉 Score : /4
Questions fréquentes
10 questionsNo, it's not a swear word. It's just very informal. You can use it with friends, family, and even colleagues.
Yes, but be careful! If you say 'Maden er fedt', it might mean the food is literally greasy. Use 'Maden er lækker' for taste, or 'Det er fedt, at vi skal have pizza' for the situation.
'Fedt' is more common for situations/ideas. 'Sejt' is often used for skills or impressive objects. They are 90% interchangeable.
Because it agrees with 'det' (it), which is a neuter pronoun. In Danish, adjectives get a -t in the neuter.
No. You would say 'Han er fed' (He is fat) or 'Han er sej' (He is cool). 'Fedt' only applies to 'det' or 'et' words.
Yes, from Copenhagen to Jutland, everyone knows and uses 'fedt'.
The best slang word is 'nederen'. 'Det er virkelig nederen'.
Yes, many Danes who were young in the 70s still use it. It doesn't sound 'try-hard' on older people.
Only in a very casual email to a close colleague. Use 'Det lyder godt' in professional emails.
It means 'too cool' or 'totally awesome'. The 'for' acts as an intensifier.
Expressions liées
det er sejt
synonymThat's cool
det er lækkert
similarThat's lovely/delicious
det er nederen
contrastThat's a bummer
det er toppen
builds onThat's the best
det er grineren
specialized formThat's funny/cool
