Exemples
Han er en klok mann som alltid gir gode råd.
Describing someone's characterHe is a wise man who always gives good advice.
Det var et klokt trekk å spare pengene i stedet for å bruke dem med en gang.
Describing an action or decisionIt was a clever move to save the money instead of spending it right away.
Klok av skade, vil jeg aldri stole på ham igjen.
Idiomatic expressionWise from experience (literally 'clever from harm'), I will never trust him again.
Hun er klok nok til å forstå hva som foregår.
Referring to someone's intelligence or understandingShe is clever enough to understand what's going on.
En klok avgjørelse kan spare deg for mye trøbbel.
Referring to the nature of a decisionA wise decision can save you a lot of trouble.
Collocations courantes
Comment l'utiliser
The word 'klok' is commonly used to describe both inherent wisdom and practical intelligence. While 'vis' (wise) often connotes a deeper, more philosophical understanding, 'klok' can apply to both profound insight and shrewd everyday decisions. It's a highly positive adjective. When referring to time, 'klokke' is the noun for clock, but 'klok' itself doesn't mean 'clock' as an adjective.
Astuces
Usage Note
'Klok' can refer to both general wisdom and shrewdness in a particular situation.
False Friend Alert
Don't confuse 'klok' with the English word 'clock', which is 'klokke' in Norwegian.
Pronunciation Tip
The 'o' in 'klok' is pronounced like the 'oo' in 'book'.
Origine du mot
From Old Norse 'klókr', meaning 'clever, skillful'. Cognates include Swedish 'klok' and Danish 'klog'. The word has Germanic roots, ultimately related to 'clever' in English, though the direct etymological path differs slightly.
Contexte culturel
In Norwegian culture, being 'klok' is highly valued, indicating not just intelligence but also good judgment and prudence. It's a quality often attributed to elders, respected figures, and those who navigate life's challenges skillfully. The concept of 'folkevett' (common sense/folk wisdom) is closely related to being 'klok'.
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Usage Note
'Klok' can refer to both general wisdom and shrewdness in a particular situation.
False Friend Alert
Don't confuse 'klok' with the English word 'clock', which is 'klokke' in Norwegian.
Pronunciation Tip
The 'o' in 'klok' is pronounced like the 'oo' in 'book'.
Exemples
5 sur 5Han er en klok mann som alltid gir gode råd.
He is a wise man who always gives good advice.
Det var et klokt trekk å spare pengene i stedet for å bruke dem med en gang.
It was a clever move to save the money instead of spending it right away.
Klok av skade, vil jeg aldri stole på ham igjen.
Wise from experience (literally 'clever from harm'), I will never trust him again.
Hun er klok nok til å forstå hva som foregår.
She is clever enough to understand what's going on.
En klok avgjørelse kan spare deg for mye trøbbel.
A wise decision can save you a lot of trouble.
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