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B2 noun 10 min de lecture

indtag

Exemples
Explication indtag in your Level:
At the A1 level, you are just starting to learn Danish. The word 'indtag' is a bit advanced for this stage, but it is useful to recognize it when you read about food and drink. It means 'intake'. Imagine you are looking at a bottle of juice or reading a simple health poster. You might see words like 'indtag af vand', which means 'intake of water'. At this level, you mostly use verbs like 'at spise' (to eat) and 'at drikke' (to drink). But 'indtag' is the noun form. It is a neuter noun, so we say 'et indtag'. For example, if a doctor tells you to drink more water, they are talking about your 'væskeindtag' (fluid intake). You don't need to use this word in your own sentences yet, but understanding it will help you read Danish food labels and basic health tips. Just remember: Indtag = what you eat or drink. It is a good word to put on your vocabulary flashcards as you start learning about the body and food.
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At the A2 level, you can understand and use sentences about your daily life, health, and routines. The word 'indtag' becomes more useful here. It means 'intake' or the amount of something you consume. You will often see it combined with other words to make compound nouns. For example, 'kalorieindtag' means calorie intake, and 'sukkerindtag' means sugar intake. If you go to the doctor in Denmark, they might ask about your diet. They could say, 'Hvordan er dit indtag af grøntsager?' (How is your intake of vegetables?). You can practice using it by talking about your daily habits. For instance, 'Mit indtag af kaffe er højt' (My intake of coffee is high). Remember that it is 'et indtag', and when you talk about the intake of a specific thing, you use the preposition 'af' (of). So, always say 'indtag af'. This word helps you sound a little more formal and precise when discussing food, drink, and healthy living.
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At the B1 level, you are becoming more independent in Danish and can discuss topics like health, lifestyle, and personal habits in more detail. 'Indtag' is a perfect word for this level. It means 'intake' or 'consumption', specifically regarding what you put into your body. You will read this word frequently in Danish newspapers, fitness blogs, and health brochures. Danes are very focused on health, so discussions about 'det daglige indtag' (the daily intake) of vitamins, alcohol, or sugar are common. You can use verbs like 'at øge' (to increase) or 'at reducere' (to reduce) with 'indtag'. For example, 'Jeg prøver at reducere mit indtag af sukker' (I am trying to reduce my sugar intake). You should also be comfortable with compound words like 'væskeindtag' (fluid intake) and 'medicinindtag' (medicine intake). Be careful not to confuse 'indtag' (the noun) with 'indtage' (the verb). Using 'indtag' correctly shows that you can express yourself with nuance when talking about diet and health.
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At the B2 level, 'indtag' is a core vocabulary word that you should use actively and correctly. You are expected to handle more complex texts and discussions about society, health policies, and science. 'Indtag' (intake/consumption) is essential here. You will use it to discuss nutritional guidelines, such as 'Sundhedsstyrelsens anbefalede indtag af alkohol' (The Health Authority's recommended intake of alcohol). You must master the collocations: 'et højt/lavt/moderat indtag', 'at begrænse sit indtag', and 'et dagligt indtag'. Furthermore, at B2, you should recognize 'indtag' in non-biological contexts, such as engineering or architecture, where a 'luftindtag' means an air intake valve on a machine or building. You also need to clearly distinguish 'indtag' (what goes in) from 'forbrug' (what is used up) and 'optagelse' (biological absorption). Using 'indtag' as a productive suffix to create new compound nouns on the fly (e.g., 'proteinindtag', 'kulhydratindtag') will make your Danish sound highly fluent and natural in professional or academic discussions.
At the C1 level, your use of 'indtag' should be effortless and precise across a wide range of abstract and professional contexts. You are dealing with academic texts, complex reports, and nuanced professional discussions. 'Indtag' is not just about diet anymore; it represents the systemic intake of variables. In medical or physiological contexts, you can discuss the correlation between 'indtag' and 'ekskretion' (excretion) or 'optagelse' (absorption) with high precision. In environmental science, you might read about a power plant's 'vandindtag' (water intake) from a local river and its ecological impact. You will also encounter the more formal synonym 'indtagelse' in legal or highly formal medical texts (e.g., 'indtagelse af euforiserende stoffer' - ingestion of euphoriant substances). At this level, you understand the subtle register differences and can manipulate the word in complex sentence structures, such as passive constructions or subordinate clauses discussing public health statistics, epidemiological studies, or engineering specifications without hesitation.
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At the C2 level, you possess near-native mastery of Danish. Your understanding of 'indtag' encompasses all its semantic shades, historical usage, and highly specialized applications. You can effortlessly navigate complex policy documents, technical manuals, and advanced scientific literature where 'indtag' is used. You understand that while 'indtag' primarily means physical intake (dietary or mechanical), it can occasionally appear in bureaucratic language regarding the intake of cases or individuals into a system (though you know 'optag' is generally preferred for people). You can engage in high-level debates about public health policy, critiquing 'det gennemsnitlige kalorieindtag i befolkningen' (the average calorie intake in the population) using sophisticated rhetorical devices. You are also fully aware of the etymological roots and can play with the language, creating novel but perfectly understandable compound words using '-indtag' to suit highly specific technical or academic needs, demonstrating a profound, intuitive grasp of Danish morphology and semantics.
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Exemples
The Danish word 'indtag' is a highly versatile and frequently used noun that primarily translates to 'intake' or 'consumption' in English. When you are navigating daily life in Denmark, especially in contexts related to health, nutrition, medicine, or even engineering, you will inevitably encounter this word. It is derived from the verb 'indtage' (to consume, ingest, or take in). Understanding 'indtag' is crucial for anyone aiming for a B2 level of fluency, as it bridges the gap between everyday conversational Danish and more formal, informative registers. In its most common usage, 'indtag' refers to the amount of food, liquid, or specific nutrients that a person consumes over a given period. For instance, you will often hear health professionals or read articles discussing 'kalorieindtag' (calorie intake), 'væskeindtag' (fluid intake), or 'medicinindtag' (medicine intake). The Danish health authority (Sundhedsstyrelsen) frequently uses this term in their public guidelines and recommendations. To fully grasp the nuances, let us look at some specific categories where this word is indispensable.
Nutritional Context
This is the primary domain for the word. It describes the ingestion of dietary elements. A high intake of sugar would be 'et højt indtag af sukker'.

Lægen sagde, at mit indtag af vitaminer er for lavt.

Beyond nutrition, 'indtag' is also utilized in technical and environmental contexts. For example, in mechanical engineering or architecture, 'indtag' can refer to a physical opening where air, water, or gas is drawn into a system, such as a 'luftindtag' (air intake) on a car engine or a ventilation system in a building.
Technical Context
Refers to the physical point of entry for a substance into a machine or system, like an air intake valve.

Motorens luftindtag var blokeret af blade.

Furthermore, in administrative jargon, though less common than 'optag', 'indtag' can sometimes be seen referring to the intake of new clients, patients, or cases in a systemic flow. However, learners should be cautious here, as 'optag' is usually the correct term for student admissions.
Administrative Context
Occasionally used to describe the volume of incoming cases or patients in a hospital ward or social service department.

Hospitalet har et stort dagligt indtag af akutte patienter.

The versatility of the word is what makes it a core component of B2 vocabulary. It allows you to express complex ideas about health, mechanics, and systems concisely.

Vi skal overvåge indtaget af kulhydrater nøje.

Et overdrevent indtag af alkohol er skadeligt.

By mastering 'indtag', you unlock the ability to participate in sophisticated discussions about lifestyle choices, medical advice, and technical specifications in Danish.
Using 'indtag' correctly in sentences requires an understanding of its grammatical properties and the typical prepositions and verbs it pairs with. As a neuter noun ('et indtag'), it follows the standard declension rules for this gender. It is most frequently used with the preposition 'af' (of) to specify what is being consumed. For example, 'et indtag af vand' (an intake of water). When constructing sentences, you will often find 'indtag' acting as the subject or the direct object. Let us examine how it functions as a direct object when paired with verbs that indicate change or measurement, such as 'øge' (increase), 'reducere' (reduce), 'begrænse' (limit), or 'måle' (measure).
With Verbs of Change
You often pair 'indtag' with verbs like 'reducere' or 'øge' to talk about changing dietary habits.

Du bør reducere dit indtag af mættet fedt.

Compound words are incredibly common in Danish, and 'indtag' is a highly productive suffix in this regard. Instead of saying 'indtag af kalorier', Danes will almost always compress this into 'kalorieindtag'. This makes the language more efficient and is a hallmark of native-like fluency. Other common compounds include 'væskeindtag' (fluid intake), 'medicinindtag' (medicine intake), 'saltindtag' (salt intake), and 'alkoholindtag' (alcohol intake).
Compound Nouns
Using 'indtag' as the second part of a compound noun is the most natural way to express specific types of consumption.

Hendes daglige væskeindtag er på to liter.

Vi skal kigge på dit samlede kalorieindtag.

Adjectives are frequently used to modify 'indtag' to specify the quantity or quality of the intake. Common adjectives include 'dagligt' (daily), 'højt' (high), 'lavt' (low), 'anbefalet' (recommended), and 'overdrevent' (excessive). These adjectives must agree in gender with the neuter noun, which means they typically end in '-t' (e.g., højt, lavt, dagligt).
Adjective Agreement
Always remember to add the '-t' to adjectives describing 'indtag' since it is an 'et' word.

Et moderat indtag af kaffe er helt fint.

Det anbefalede indtag af frugt er 600 gram om dagen.

Understanding these syntactic patterns—verb pairings, compound formation, and adjective agreement—will significantly enhance your ability to write and speak Danish at a B2 level and beyond.
The word 'indtag' is deeply embedded in modern Danish society, particularly because Denmark places a strong emphasis on public health, fitness, and environmental awareness. You will encounter this word across a wide variety of media, everyday conversations, and professional settings. One of the most common places you will hear or read 'indtag' is in health and lifestyle journalism. Danish newspapers, magazines, and blogs are filled with articles about diet, nutrition, and well-being. When reading about the latest dietary trends or guidelines from Sundhedsstyrelsen (The Danish Health Authority), 'indtag' is the standard terminology.
Health and Fitness Media
Articles discussing diets, macros, and hydration frequently rely on this word to explain nutritional concepts.

Magasinet anbefaler et lavere indtag af forarbejdede fødevarer.

Fitnessinstruktøren spurgte ind til mit daglige proteinindtag.

Another highly relevant context is within the healthcare system itself. When visiting a doctor (læge) or a dietician (diætist) in Denmark, discussions about your health will often involve your 'indtag' of various substances. They might ask about your alcohol consumption, your fluid intake if you are ill, or how much medication you are taking.
Medical Consultations
Doctors use this term to professionally inquire about your lifestyle habits without sounding judgmental.

Lægen noterede mit medicinindtag i journalen.

Beyond human biology, 'indtag' is also a technical term used in engineering, architecture, and environmental science. Denmark is known for its green energy and advanced engineering sectors (like wind turbines and sustainable architecture). In these fields, 'indtag' refers to the physical intake of elements like air or water into a system.
Engineering and Architecture
Used to describe ventilation systems, water treatment plants, or engine specifications.

Bygningens luftindtag er placeret på taget for at sikre ren luft.

Vandværket har et sikret indtag fra grundvandsboringen.

By recognizing these contexts, you will not only understand the word better but also gain cultural insight into Danish priorities regarding health, environment, and technology.
While 'indtag' is a straightforward noun, English speakers learning Danish often make a few specific errors when using it. These mistakes usually stem from direct translation from English, confusion with related Danish verbs, or misunderstanding the subtle differences between similar Danish nouns. The most frequent mistake is confusing the noun 'indtag' (intake) with the verb 'indtage' (to consume/take in). Because they look so similar, learners sometimes try to use 'indtag' as a verb.
Noun vs. Verb Confusion
Remember that 'indtag' is the thing (the intake), while 'indtage' is the action (to consume).

Korrekt: Mit indtag er stort. (My intake is large.)

Forkert: Jeg vil indtag maden. (Should be 'indtage').

Another common pitfall is choosing the wrong preposition. In English, we say 'intake OF calories'. In Danish, this translates directly to 'indtag AF kalorier'. However, learners sometimes incorrectly use 'om', 'til', or 'for'. It is crucial to memorize the collocation 'indtag af'.
Preposition Errors
Using the wrong preposition breaks the natural flow of the sentence. Stick to 'af'.

Vi diskuterer dit indtag af sukker, ikke 'til' sukker.

A third area of confusion involves distinguishing 'indtag' from 'forbrug' (consumption/usage) and 'optag' (admission/uptake). While 'forbrug' can mean consumption, it is usually applied to resources, money, or energy (e.g., strømforbrug - electricity consumption). You wouldn't typically say 'vandforbrug' to mean drinking water; 'vandforbrug' means the water used by a household for showering, washing, etc. For drinking, you use 'væskeindtag' or 'vandindtag'.
Indtag vs. Forbrug
Use 'indtag' for things going into a biological body. Use 'forbrug' for resources being utilized or spent.

Kroppens indtag af energi vs. husets forbrug af energi.

Hendes indtag af medicin skal overvåges.

By being mindful of these distinctions—noun vs. verb, correct prepositions, and semantic boundaries with similar words—you will use 'indtag' with native-like precision.
To truly master Danish vocabulary at the B2 level and beyond, it is essential to understand not just a word, but its ecosystem of synonyms, related terms, and alternatives. For 'indtag', several words occupy a similar semantic space, but they are used in slightly different contexts. Knowing when to use which word will make your Danish sound much more natural and precise. The most direct formal synonym for 'indtag' is 'indtagelse'.
Indtagelse
This is a slightly more formal, elongated version of 'indtag'. It emphasizes the *process* of consuming rather than just the amount. You might see it in legal or highly formal medical texts.

Ved indtagelse af giften skal man straks søge læge.

Another closely related concept is 'forbrug' (consumption). As discussed in the common mistakes section, 'forbrug' is generally used for resources, economics, and inanimate usage. However, in macroeconomic terms, you might talk about 'fødevareforbrug' (food consumption of a nation), which overlaps with 'indtag' but on a macro scale.
Forbrug
Translates to consumption or usage. Use it for money, electricity, water (as a utility), and general goods.

Danmarks samlede forbrug af kød falder.

Then there is 'optag' or 'optagelse'. This translates to 'uptake' or 'absorption' (in biology) or 'admission' (in education). It is vital to distinguish between eating something ('indtag') and your body actually absorbing it ('optagelse').
Optagelse
Biological absorption or uptake of nutrients.

C-vitamin fremmer kroppens optagelse af jern.

Universitetets årlige optag af studerende er steget.

Finally, in very formal or academic texts, you might encounter 'konsum' or 'konsumption', borrowed from Latin/English. However, these are rare in everyday Danish and usually restricted to economics or legal definitions (e.g., 'til eget konsum' - for personal consumption).

Fisken er ikke egnet til menneskeligt konsum.

Expanding your vocabulary with these alternatives allows you to navigate diverse contexts, from reading a fitness blog to understanding a medical diagnosis or analyzing a macroeconomic report.
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Exemples par niveau

1

Mit indtag af vand er stort.

My intake of water is large.

'Indtag' is a neuter noun (et indtag).

2

Et højt indtag af mad.

A high intake of food.

Adjective 'højt' gets a '-t' because 'indtag' is neuter.

3

Jeg har et lille indtag.

I have a small intake.

'Lille' is the singular form for both genders.

4

Lægen ser på mit indtag.

The doctor looks at my intake.

'Mit' is the possessive pronoun for neuter nouns.

5

Dit indtag af kaffe.

Your intake of coffee.

Use 'af' to say 'intake of'.

6

Et sundt indtag.

A healthy intake.

'Sundt' agrees with the neuter noun.

7

Hvad er dit indtag?

What is your intake?

Simple question structure.

8

Vi taler om indtag.

We are talking about intake.

Preposition 'om' used with 'tale'.

1

Du skal øge dit indtag af frugt.

You must increase your intake of fruit.

'Øge' (increase) is a common verb used with 'indtag'.

2

Mit daglige kalorieindtag er normalt.

My daily calorie intake is normal.

Compound noun 'kalorieindtag'.

3

Han har et lavt indtag af sukker.

He has a low intake of sugar.

'Lavt' is the neuter form of 'lav'.

4

Hendes væskeindtag er for lille.

Her fluid intake is too small.

'Væskeindtag' means fluid intake.

5

Vi skal måle patientens indtag.

We must measure the patient's intake.

Genitive 's' on 'patientens'.

6

Et stort indtag af salt er usundt.

A large intake of salt is unhealthy.

'Usundt' agrees with 'et indtag'.

7

Pas på dit indtag af alkohol.

Watch your intake of alcohol.

Imperative 'pas på'.

8

Det er et vigtigt indtag.

It is an important intake.

Adjective 'vigtigt' with neuter noun.

1

Jeg prøver at reducere mit indtag af mættet fedt.

I am trying to reduce my intake of saturated fat.

Infinitive phrase 'at reducere'.

2

Sundhedsstyrelsen anbefaler et lavere indtag af kød.

The Health Authority recommends a lower intake of meat.

Comparative adjective 'lavere'.

3

Dit samlede indtag af kalorier bestemmer din vægt.

Your total intake of calories determines your weight.

Definite adjective 'samlede' with possessive pronoun.

4

Mange danskere har et for højt indtag af kaffe.

Many Danes have too high an intake of coffee.

'For højt' means 'too high'.

5

Det er vigtigt at have et varieret indtag af vitaminer.

It is important to have a varied intake of vitamins.

'Varieret' acts as an adjective here.

6

Bilen har et specielt luftindtag til motoren.

The car has a special air intake for the engine.

Technical use of 'indtag' (luftindtag).

7

Vi skal registrere dit medicinindtag hver dag.

We must register your medicine intake every day.

Compound noun 'medicinindtag'.

8

Et overdrevent indtag af energidrikke kan give hjertebanken.

An excessive intake of energy drinks can cause palpitations.

'Overdrevent' is a useful B1 adjective.

1

Studiet påviser en sammenhæng mellem et højt saltindtag og forhøjet blodtryk.

The study demonstrates a correlation between a high salt intake and elevated blood pressure.

Formal academic vocabulary ('påviser', 'sammenhæng').

2

For at optimere sin træning, overvåger han sit indtag af makronæringsstoffer nøje.

To optimize his training, he monitors his intake of macronutrients closely.

Reflexive possessive 'sit' referring to 'han'.

3

Ventilationssystemets indtag er strategisk placeret for at undgå forurenet luft.

The ventilation system's intake is strategically placed to avoid polluted air.

Genitive on a compound noun ('Ventilationssystemets').

4

Et utilstrækkeligt indtag af jern under graviditeten kan føre til anæmi.

An insufficient intake of iron during pregnancy can lead to anemia.

Advanced adjective 'utilstrækkeligt'.

5

Det anbefalede daglige indtag varierer afhængigt af alder og køn.

The recommended daily intake varies depending on age and gender.

Definite phrase 'Det anbefalede daglige indtag'.

6

Myndighederne ønsker at begrænse befolkningens indtag af transfedtsyrer.

The authorities wish to limit the population's intake of trans fats.

Genitive 'befolkningens' modifying 'indtag'.

7

Patientens væskeindtag og udskillelse skal balancere for at undgå dehydrering.

The patient's fluid intake and excretion must balance to avoid dehydration.

Contrasting 'indtag' with 'udskillelse'.

8

Designet af motorens luftindtag forbedrer bilens aerodynamik markant.

The design of the engine's air intake significantly improves the car's aerodynamics.

Complex noun phrase.

1

Den epidemiologiske undersøgelse korrelerede et kronisk forhøjet alkoholindtag med levercirrose.

The epidemiological study correlated a chronically elevated alcohol intake with liver cirrhosis.

Highly formal medical terminology.

2

Klimaanlæggets primære indtag er forsynet med avancerede HEPA-filtre for at sikre optimal luftkvalitet.

The climate control system's primary intake is equipped with advanced HEPA filters to ensure optimal air quality.

Passive construction 'er forsynet med'.

3

En reduktion i det gennemsnitlige kalorieindtag på nationalt plan kræver strukturelle ændringer i fødevareindustrien.

A reduction in the average calorie intake on a national level requires structural changes in the food industry.

Abstract policy discussion.

4

Vandværket måtte midlertidigt lukke for sit indtag fra åen på grund af forhøjede pesticidniveauer.

The waterworks had to temporarily close its intake from the stream due to elevated pesticide levels.

Environmental/technical context.

5

Forskellen mellem bruttoindtag og nettooptagelse af næringsstoffer er afgørende for at forstå fordøjelsessystemets effektivitet.

The difference between gross intake and net absorption of nutrients is crucial for understanding the digestive system's efficiency.

Distinguishing 'indtag' from 'optagelse'.

6

Lovgivningen fastsætter strenge grænseværdier for det maksimale daglige indtag af visse tilsætningsstoffer.

The legislation establishes strict limit values for the maximum daily intake of certain additives.

Legal/regulatory vocabulary.

7

Turbinens vandindtag er designet til at minimere påvirkningen af det lokale fiskeliv.

The turbine's water intake is designed to minimize the impact on local fish life.

Engineering context.

8

Det er en udbredt misforståelse, at et massivt proteinindtag per automatik resulterer i øget muskelmasse.

It is a widespread misconception that a massive protein intake automatically results in increased muscle mass.

Sophisticated sentence structure 'Det er en udbredt misforståelse, at...'.

1

I udarbejdelsen af de nye kostråd har man vægtet evidensen vedrørende kumulativt indtag af forarbejdede fødevarer tungt.

In the preparation of the new dietary guidelines, the evidence regarding the cumulative intake of processed foods has been heavily weighted.

Academic/bureaucratic passive voice and complex phrasing.

2

Reaktorens kølevandsindtag er underlagt en rigid monitoreringsprotokol for at foregribe potentielle termiske forureninger af økosystemet.

The reactor's cooling water intake is subject to a rigid monitoring protocol to preempt potential thermal pollution of the ecosystem.

Highly specialized technical language.

3

Den farmakokinetiske profil påvirkes signifikant af patientens forudgående indtag af enzyminducerende medikamenter.

The pharmacokinetic profile is significantly affected by the patient's prior intake of enzyme-inducing medications.

Advanced medical/pharmacological terminology.

4

Diskrepansen mellem det selvrapporterede og det reelle energiindtag udgør en metodisk udfordring i ernæringsforskningen.

The discrepancy between the self-reported and the actual energy intake constitutes a methodological challenge in nutritional research.

Academic critique methodology.

5

Bygningsreglementet stiller specifikke krav til dimensioneringen af friskluftsindtag i etagebyggeri for at sikre et adækvat indeklima.

The building regulations set specific requirements for the sizing of fresh air intakes in multi-story buildings to ensure an adequate indoor climate.

Legal/architectural jargon.

6

En marginal ændring i det gennemsnitlige saltindtag kan på makroplan kaste anselige sundhedsøkonomiske gevinster af sig.

A marginal change in the average salt intake can, on a macro level, yield considerable health economic gains.

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