Signification
Skilled at something
Contexte culturel
The 'Flink Pike' (Good Girl) syndrome is a major topic in Norwegian media, discussing the pressure on young women to be perfect in every aspect of life. The Law of Jante (Janteloven) influences how people receive praise. While being 'flink' is good, boasting about it is often frowned upon. In Norwegian flat hierarchies, a boss might tell an employee 'Du er flink' as a way to show equality and appreciation for their specific contribution. Norwegians use 'flink' for pets almost as much as for humans, emphasizing the animal's ability to follow commands.
The Preposition Trick
Remember: 'i' for subjects (in the book), 'til' for actions (to do something).
Don't over-praise
In Norway, constant 'flink' can sometimes sound patronizing to adults. Use 'dyktig' for more respect.
Signification
Skilled at something
The Preposition Trick
Remember: 'i' for subjects (in the book), 'til' for actions (to do something).
Don't over-praise
In Norway, constant 'flink' can sometimes sound patronizing to adults. Use 'dyktig' for more respect.
CV Writing
Use 'dyktig' or 'erfaren' on your CV instead of 'flink' to sound more professional.
Teste-toi
Fill in the correct preposition (i, til, or med).
Hun er veldig flink ___ å danse.
We use 'til' before 'å' + a verb.
Which sentence is correct?
How do you say 'He is good at math'?
We use 'i' for school subjects.
Complete the dialogue with the correct form of 'flink'.
A: Barna dine er så ___! B: Takk, de har vært ___ i hele dag.
'Barna' is plural, so we must use 'flinke'.
Match the phrase to the situation.
You want to praise your dog for coming when called.
'Flink bisk' is a common way to praise a dog.
🎉 Score : /4
Aides visuelles
Banque d exercices
4 exercicesHun er veldig flink ___ å danse.
We use 'til' before 'å' + a verb.
How do you say 'He is good at math'?
We use 'i' for school subjects.
A: Barna dine er så ___! B: Takk, de har vært ___ i hele dag.
'Barna' is plural, so we must use 'flinke'.
You want to praise your dog for coming when called.
'Flink bisk' is a common way to praise a dog.
🎉 Score : /4
Questions fréquentes
10 questionsYes, but be careful. In Norway, Janteloven makes people modest. It's better to say 'Jeg er god i...' or 'Jeg kan...'
'Flink' is everyday and can apply to children/pets. 'Dyktig' is professional and implies high expertise.
It refers to the pressure on girls to be perfect. It's often used in a critical way about society.
No, you are 'flink' for cooking it, but the meal is 'god'.
It is an adjective. You use it with the verb 'å være' (to be).
You can say 'kjempeflink' or 'veldig flink'.
It can, but it specifically means 'smart and hardworking'.
It is 'flinkt'. Example: 'Et flinkt barn'.
Yes! 'Flink bisk' or 'Flink hund' is very common.
It is neutral. It works in most situations, but 'dyktig' is better for formal writing.
Expressions liées
å være dyktig
synonymTo be skilled/competent
å være god i
similarTo be good at
flink pike
specialized formGood girl (perfectionist)
å være flinkis
specialized formTo be a teacher's pet
å gjøre sitt beste
builds onTo do one's best
