Signification
Asking about hobbies
Contexte culturel
The concept of 'Søndagstur' (Sunday trip) is a huge part of Norwegian free time. Almost everyone goes for a walk on Sundays. Norwegians often answer this question with 'Jeg drar på hytta' (I go to the cabin). Cabin culture is central to leisure. Volunteering (Dugnad) can also be a part of free time, though it's more of a social obligation. In winter, 'fritid' almost exclusively means 'skiing' for many Norwegians.
The 'På' Rule
Always use 'på' with 'fritid'. It's the most common mistake for English speakers.
Be Specific
Norwegians love specific answers. Instead of 'I like nature,' say 'I like hiking in Nordmarka.'
Signification
Asking about hobbies
The 'På' Rule
Always use 'på' with 'fritid'. It's the most common mistake for English speakers.
Be Specific
Norwegians love specific answers. Instead of 'I like nature,' say 'I like hiking in Nordmarka.'
The 'Driver med' variation
If you want to sound more like a native, use 'Hva driver du med på fritiden?'
Teste-toi
Fill in the missing preposition.
Hva gjør du ___ fritiden?
In Norwegian, we use the preposition 'på' with 'fritid'.
Which sentence is grammatically correct?
Select the correct word order:
The verb 'gjør' must be in the second position (V2 rule).
Complete the dialogue.
A: Hva gjør du på fritiden? B: Jeg ______ på tur i fjellet.
The standard expression for hiking is 'å gå på tur'.
Match the response to the question.
Question: Hva gjør du på fritiden?
Playing guitar is a hobby, which answers the question about free time.
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Aides visuelles
Common Answers to 'Hva gjør du på fritiden?'
Outdoors
- • Gå på tur
- • Gå på ski
- • Sykle
Indoors
- • Lese bøker
- • Se på Netflix
- • Gamer
Banque d exercices
4 exercicesHva gjør du ___ fritiden?
In Norwegian, we use the preposition 'på' with 'fritid'.
Select the correct word order:
The verb 'gjør' must be in the second position (V2 rule).
A: Hva gjør du på fritiden? B: Jeg ______ på tur i fjellet.
The standard expression for hiking is 'å gå på tur'.
Question: Hva gjør du på fritiden?
Playing guitar is a hobby, which answers the question about free time.
🎉 Score : /4
Questions fréquentes
4 questionsIt is technically understood, but 'på fritiden' is the standard and correct preposition in Norwegian.
No, it's a very standard and polite way to get to know someone in Norway.
You can say 'Jeg slapper bare av' (I just relax) or 'Jeg har ikke så mye fritid' (I don't have much free time).
'Fritid' is 'free time' (indefinite), while 'fritiden' is 'the free time' (definite). We use the definite form in this question.
Expressions liées
Hva driver du med?
similarWhat are you up to? / What do you do?
Hva liker du å gjøre?
similarWhat do you like to do?
Har du noen hobbyer?
synonymDo you have any hobbies?
Hva gjør du i helgen?
specialized formWhat are you doing this weekend?
