Signification
To pay attention when others talk.
Contexte culturel
In Norway, being a good listener often involves 'aktiv lytting' without interrupting. Silence is seen as a sign that you are processing what the other person is saying. In American culture, a good listener is expected to give frequent verbal and non-verbal feedback (e.g., 'I see', 'Wow', nodding). A Norwegian's silence might be misinterpreted as boredom in the US. The concept of 'Aizuchi' is crucial. A good listener in Japan must make frequent sounds to show they are following, which is more vocal than the Norwegian style. In cultures like Italy or Greece, 'cooperative overlap' (talking at the same time) is a sign of a good listener who is excited by the topic. In Norway, this is often seen as being a 'dårlig lytter'.
The 'Silence' Rule
Don't be afraid of silence when listening to a Norwegian. It means they are thinking about what you said.
Avoid 'Hører'
Never call someone a 'god hører'. It sounds like you're complimenting their ear anatomy.
Signification
To pay attention when others talk.
The 'Silence' Rule
Don't be afraid of silence when listening to a Norwegian. It means they are thinking about what you said.
Avoid 'Hører'
Never call someone a 'god hører'. It sounds like you're complimenting their ear anatomy.
Job Applications
Use 'lytte' instead of 'høre' in your CV to sound more professional and proactive.
Teste-toi
Fyll inn riktig form av adjektivet 'god'.
De er ______ lyttere.
Since 'lyttere' is plural, the adjective 'god' must become 'gode'.
Hvilken setning er riktig i et jobbintervju?
Hvilken setning bruker uttrykket korrekt?
'Lytter' is the correct noun for a person who listens attentively.
Match situasjonen med riktig bruk av uttrykket.
Situasjon: En venn gråter og forteller om et problem.
This situation requires empathy and active attention, which is what 'god lytter' describes.
Fullfør dialogen.
A: Takk for at du hørte på meg. B: Bare hyggelig, jeg prøver alltid å ______.
This is the most natural and polite way to respond to someone thanking you for listening.
🎉 Score : /4
Aides visuelles
Banque d exercices
4 exercicesDe er ______ lyttere.
Since 'lyttere' is plural, the adjective 'god' must become 'gode'.
Hvilken setning bruker uttrykket korrekt?
'Lytter' is the correct noun for a person who listens attentively.
Situasjon: En venn gråter og forteller om et problem.
This situation requires empathy and active attention, which is what 'god lytter' describes.
A: Takk for at du hørte på meg. B: Bare hyggelig, jeg prøver alltid å ______.
This is the most natural and polite way to respond to someone thanking you for listening.
🎉 Score : /4
Questions fréquentes
8 questionsIt is neutral. You can use it with your boss or your best friend.
You can say 'en dårlig lytter' or someone who 'bare snakker om seg selv' (only talks about themselves).
Yes, 'lyttere' (plural) is the standard word for people listening to a radio show or podcast.
In Norwegian, 'høre' is passive (hearing), while 'lytte' is active (listening). A 'lytter' is someone doing the active work.
No, 'lytter' is a masculine noun regardless of the person's gender, so it's always 'en god lytter'.
You say 'Jeg lytter' or 'Jeg hører etter'.
Extremely. It's one of the most common traits people look for in a partner in Norway.
We usually say 'lytte til noen' (listen to someone). 'Lytte på' is less common and often replaced by 'høre på'.
Expressions liées
å lytte aktivt
similarTo listen actively (using techniques to show engagement).
å ha et lyttende øre
similarTo have a listening ear.
å være lutter øre
similarTo be all ears.
å overhøre
contrastTo overhear or to ignore.
