Signification
Describing that an item has a high price.
Contexte culturel
Norway is known for high prices, so this phrase is used daily. Similar usage in Sweden (Det kostar mycket) and Denmark (Det koster meget). General tendency to be direct about costs. Universal concept of value.
Use 'mye'
Always pair 'koster' with 'mye' for high costs. Never use 'mange' here.
Be direct
Norwegians appreciate directness. Don't feel bad about saying something is expensive.
Signification
Describing that an item has a high price.
Use 'mye'
Always pair 'koster' with 'mye' for high costs. Never use 'mange' here.
Be direct
Norwegians appreciate directness. Don't feel bad about saying something is expensive.
Teste-toi
Fill in the missing word.
Det ________ mye.
The verb must be in the present tense.
Which sentence is correct?
A: Det koster mange. B: Det koster mye.
Mye is for uncountable amounts.
Complete the dialogue.
A: Denne bilen er dyr. B: Ja, ________.
This completes the thought about the price.
🎉 Score : /3
Aides visuelles
Banque d exercices
3 exercicesDet ________ mye.
The verb must be in the present tense.
A: Det koster mange. B: Det koster mye.
Mye is for uncountable amounts.
A: Denne bilen er dyr. B: Ja, ________.
This completes the thought about the price.
🎉 Score : /3
Questions fréquentes
2 questionsYes, it is very common and natural.
No, it is a neutral observation.
Expressions liées
Det er dyrt
synonymIt is expensive
Det koster skjorta
similarIt costs a lot
Hva koster det?
builds onHow much does it cost?
