Signification
Indicating a need to recover.
Contexte culturel
The '8-8-8' rule (8 hours work, 8 hours rest, 8 hours sleep) is a historical labor concept that still influences the Danish mindset about 'hvile'. In the winter months, 'hvile' is often associated with 'hibernation' and staying indoors to cope with the lack of sunlight. Danish managers generally encourage employees to take 'hvile' if they are stressed, as burnout is seen as a failure of management. Danish hospitals emphasize 'patientens hvile' (the patient's rest) and often have strict quiet hours.
The 'For' Rule
Always pair 'brug' with 'for' when you are expressing a need. It's the most common mistake for beginners.
Be Direct
Danes appreciate directness. If you are tired, just say it. It's not considered rude.
Signification
Indicating a need to recover.
The 'For' Rule
Always pair 'brug' with 'for' when you are expressing a need. It's the most common mistake for beginners.
Be Direct
Danes appreciate directness. If you are tired, just say it. It's not considered rude.
Hvile vs. Pause
Don't say 'hvile' if you just want to grab a coffee for 5 minutes. Use 'pause' instead.
Teste-toi
Fill in the missing preposition.
Jeg har brug ___ hvile.
The idiom is always 'at have brug for'.
Which sentence is the most natural way to say 'I need rest'?
Choose the correct option:
'Jeg har brug for hvile' is the standard, most natural expression.
Complete the dialogue.
A: Skal vi gå en tur? B: Nej, jeg er meget træt. ________.
Since B is 'træt' (tired), they need 'hvile' (rest).
Match the phrase to the situation.
You have just finished a marathon.
Physical exertion requires rest.
🎉 Score : /4
Aides visuelles
Types of Rest in Danish
Physical
- • Søvn
- • Hvile
- • En lur
Mental
- • Ro
- • Pause
- • Afkobling
Banque d exercices
4 exercicesJeg har brug ___ hvile.
The idiom is always 'at have brug for'.
Choose the correct option:
'Jeg har brug for hvile' is the standard, most natural expression.
A: Skal vi gå en tur? B: Nej, jeg er meget træt. ________.
Since B is 'træt' (tired), they need 'hvile' (rest).
You have just finished a marathon.
Physical exertion requires rest.
🎉 Score : /4
Questions fréquentes
4 questionsYes, but that uses the verb 'at hvile'. It means 'I need to rest'. Both are correct and very common.
No, it's neutral. You can use it in any context.
'Søvn' is sleep. 'Hvile' is rest, which can include sleep but also just lying down or being quiet.
Add 'virkelig': 'Jeg har virkelig brug for hvile.'
Expressions liées
at slappe af
similarto relax
at tage en pause
similarto take a break
at trænge til
similarto be in need of
ro og mag
specialized formpeace and quiet
