Signification
Success at the end is the most important.
Contexte culturel
In Norway, this phrase is often linked to the national character of 'Askeladden', the underdog who succeeds through wit and patience while others fail through arrogance. There is a strong cultural emphasis on 'modesty' (Janteloven). Boasting about an early lead is seen as poor taste, making this proverb a common social correction. In Norwegian skiing, this is frequently used when a skier wins in the final sprint after trailing for most of the race. Norwegian business culture values long-term stability over short-term 'flashes in the pan'. This proverb validates the patient investor.
Use it for Underdogs
This phrase is most powerful when used to support an underdog who is currently struggling.
Don't be Arrogant
Using this phrase when *you* win can sometimes sound a bit arrogant. Use it carefully!
Signification
Success at the end is the most important.
Use it for Underdogs
This phrase is most powerful when used to support an underdog who is currently struggling.
Don't be Arrogant
Using this phrase when *you* win can sometimes sound a bit arrogant. Use it carefully!
Teste-toi
Fyll inn de manglende ordene i ordtaket.
Den som ___ sist, ler ___.
The standard proverb is 'Den som ler sist, ler best'.
Hvilken situasjon passer best for dette ordtaket?
Du tapte første runde i sjakk, men vant hele turneringen til slutt.
This situation describes a final victory after an early loss, which is the core meaning of the phrase.
Hva betyr ordtaket?
Hva er den egentlige meningen med 'Den som ler sist, ler best'?
The proverb emphasizes that final success outweighs early setbacks.
Fullfør dialogen.
Per: 'Jeg leder med ti poeng!' Lise: 'Ikke feire ennå, Per. ___.'
Lise is warning Per not to be overconfident because the game isn't over.
🎉 Score : /4
Aides visuelles
Banque d exercices
4 exercicesDen som ___ sist, ler ___.
The standard proverb is 'Den som ler sist, ler best'.
Du tapte første runde i sjakk, men vant hele turneringen til slutt.
This situation describes a final victory after an early loss, which is the core meaning of the phrase.
Hva er den egentlige meningen med 'Den som ler sist, ler best'?
The proverb emphasizes that final success outweighs early setbacks.
Per: 'Jeg leder med ti poeng!' Lise: 'Ikke feire ennå, Per. ___.'
Lise is warning Per not to be overconfident because the game isn't over.
🎉 Score : /4
Questions fréquentes
3 questionsIt is neutral. You can use it with friends, but also in a speech or a newspaper article.
Yes! It's a great way to show that you haven't given up yet.
Yes, in casual conversation, people often leave out the 'ler best' because everyone knows the ending.
Expressions liées
Å trekke det lengste strået
synonymTo win in the end.
Siste ordet er ikke sagt
similarThe matter is not yet decided.
Bedre sent enn aldri
builds onBetter late than never.
Å selge skinnet før bjørnen er skutt
contrastTo count your chickens before they hatch.
