Signification
Excited about the future.
Contexte culturel
The concept of 'forventningens glæde' (the joy of anticipation) is a core part of Danish culture. It is often said that the time spent looking forward to an event is just as important as the event itself. Using 'Jeg glæder mig til...' in a professional setting is a way to show you are a 'team player' and enthusiastic about your work without being overly aggressive. It is considered very polite to say 'Jeg glæder mig til at se dig' a few days before a planned meeting. It confirms the appointment and shows warmth.
The Texting Shortcut
When texting friends, just write 'Glæder mig!' It's the most natural way to respond to plans.
The 'Mig' Rule
Never say 'Jeg glæder til'. It sounds like you are about to say 'I am gladdening [someone else] to...'
Signification
Excited about the future.
The Texting Shortcut
When texting friends, just write 'Glæder mig!' It's the most natural way to respond to plans.
The 'Mig' Rule
Never say 'Jeg glæder til'. It sounds like you are about to say 'I am gladdening [someone else] to...'
Teste-toi
Fill in the missing reflexive pronoun.
Vi glæder ___ til ferien.
The subject is 'Vi' (We), so the reflexive pronoun must be 'os' (us/ourselves).
Which sentence is grammatically correct?
Choose the correct way to say 'I look forward to eating'.
You need both the reflexive pronoun 'mig', the preposition 'til', and the infinitive marker 'at'.
Match the phrase to the situation.
You are writing a formal email to a potential employer.
'Jeg ser frem til' is the appropriate formal register for business correspondence.
🎉 Score : /3
Aides visuelles
Banque d exercices
3 exercicesVi glæder ___ til ferien.
The subject is 'Vi' (We), so the reflexive pronoun must be 'os' (us/ourselves).
Choose the correct way to say 'I look forward to eating'.
You need both the reflexive pronoun 'mig', the preposition 'til', and the infinitive marker 'at'.
You are writing a formal email to a potential employer.
'Jeg ser frem til' is the appropriate formal register for business correspondence.
🎉 Score : /3
Questions fréquentes
3 questionsUsually no. It implies a positive feeling. If you're nervous, use 'Jeg er spændt på' (I'm excited/anxious about) or 'Jeg gruer for' (I dread).
Use 'til' before a noun (til festen) and 'til at' before a verb (til at danse).
Yes, it shows you are enthusiastic and friendly. It's very common to say 'Jeg glæder mig til at høre fra jer'.
Expressions liées
Jeg ser frem til det
similarI look forward to it (Formal)
Jeg kan ikke vente
similarI can't wait
Jeg har lyst til...
relatedI want to / I feel like...
