Signification
Complimenting a meal
Contexte culturel
The phrase 'Takk for maten' is mandatory after a meal. 'Jeg liker denne maten' is the compliment you give *during* the meal. Complimenting the food is seen as a sign of respect for the host's labor, reflecting the value of 'likestilling' (equality) where everyone's effort is recognized. Foreigners are often praised for using this phrase because it shows they are making an effort to integrate into the 'koselig' dinner culture. In cities like Oslo, food is a major topic of conversation. Using this phrase is often the start of a longer discussion about ingredients and origins.
Add 'veldig godt'
Saying 'Jeg liker denne maten veldig godt' makes you sound much more enthusiastic and natural.
Don't forget the -en
Saying 'denne mat' sounds like 'this food' in a broken, robotic way. Always use 'maten'.
Signification
Complimenting a meal
Add 'veldig godt'
Saying 'Jeg liker denne maten veldig godt' makes you sound much more enthusiastic and natural.
Don't forget the -en
Saying 'denne mat' sounds like 'this food' in a broken, robotic way. Always use 'maten'.
The 'Mmm' factor
Norwegians often start this phrase with a satisfied 'Mmm' or 'Oi' to show genuine surprise at the quality.
Teste-toi
Fill in the missing word to say 'I like this food'.
Jeg ______ denne maten.
'Liker' is the present tense form of the verb.
Which sentence is grammatically correct?
Select the correct way to compliment the food.
You need 'denne' (masculine) and the definite form 'maten'.
Match the Norwegian phrase to its English translation.
Match the following:
These are the core food-related phrases for beginners.
Complete the dialogue.
Host: 'Vær så god!' -> You: 'Takk! Jeg ____ denne maten.'
In this context, 'liker' is the most natural response to being served.
🎉 Score : /4
Aides visuelles
Banque d exercices
4 exercicesJeg ______ denne maten.
'Liker' is the present tense form of the verb.
Select the correct way to compliment the food.
You need 'denne' (masculine) and the definite form 'maten'.
Associez chaque element a gauche avec son pair a droite :
These are the core food-related phrases for beginners.
Host: 'Vær så god!' -> You: 'Takk! Jeg ____ denne maten.'
In this context, 'liker' is the most natural response to being served.
🎉 Score : /4
Questions fréquentes
10 questionsYes, but 'elsker' (love) is very strong. Use it only if the food is truly incredible.
'Denne' is for masculine/feminine nouns (mat), 'dette' is for neuter nouns (brød).
It can be. It's better to say 'Jeg er ikke så glad i dette' (I'm not so fond of this).
Just say 'Jeg liker maten'. Removing 'denne' makes it general.
No, but at least once during a dinner party is considered very polite.
Because 'denne' requires the definite form of the noun in Norwegian.
No, for drinks use 'Jeg liker denne drikken' or 'Denne vinen var god'.
Use the plural: 'Jeg liker disse rettene' (I like these dishes).
Yes, 'Jeg liker deg' means 'I like you'.
Add 'virkelig': 'Jeg liker virkelig denne maten'.
Expressions liées
Takk for maten
builds onThanks for the food
Det smaker godt
similarIt tastes good
Jeg er mett
contrastI am full
Vel bekomme
specialized formYou're welcome (after a meal)
