When you're starting to learn Danish, you'll find 'slutte' useful. It means 'to end' or 'to finish.' You can use it in many situations, like when a class ends or a meeting is over. It's a regular verb, so its conjugations are pretty straightforward once you learn the basic pattern.
For example, 'Skolen slutter kl. 14' means 'School ends at 2 PM.' Another common use is 'Jeg slutter arbejdet nu,' which translates to 'I'm finishing work now.' Pay attention to the prepositions that often go with it, such as 'med' (with) when you're ending something specific, like 'Jeg slutter med at spise' (I'm finishing eating).
When using "slutte" at a B2 level, it's important to understand its nuances beyond simply "to end."
It often implies a natural or intended conclusion to something, like a meeting or a relationship.
You can also use it reflexively, as in "det slutter sig," meaning something is drawing to a close.
Pay attention to prepositions; "slutte med" means to finish with something, while "slutte af" can mean to conclude or wrap up.
Consider the context carefully to choose the most precise English equivalent, as "slutte" can convey a range of endings from abrupt to gradual.
When we talk about something coming to an end, like a meeting or a party, we use "slutte". It's about finality, the conclusion of an event or process.
It can also be used reflexively, as in "det slutter sig", meaning it comes to a close itself, but this is less common for A1 learners.
Think of it as the opposite of "starte" (to start). So, if a movie starts at 7, it will "slutte" at 9.
Mastering "slutte" early on is practical for everyday conversations about schedules and events in Danish.
slutte 30 सेकंड में
- Use 'slutte' to say something finishes.
- Common for events, meetings, or work.
- Often used with prepositions like 'af' (slutte af).
स्तर के अनुसार उदाहरण
Efter en lang og produktiv dag er det endelig tid til at slutte arbejdet og nyde aftenen.
After a long and productive day, it's finally time to end work and enjoy the evening.
Forhandlingerne var intense, men parterne formåede til sidst at slutte fred og indgå en aftale.
The negotiations were intense, but the parties eventually managed to end the peace and reach an agreement.
Det er vigtigt at slutte sin tale med en stærk og mindeværdig konklusion for at efterlade et varigt indtryk.
It is important to end one's speech with a strong and memorable conclusion to leave a lasting impression.
Selvom det er trist, må vi slutte dette kapitel i vores liv og se fremad mod nye muligheder.
Although it's sad, we must end this chapter in our lives and look forward to new opportunities.
Koncerten sluttede med en stående ovation, og publikum klappede begejstret i flere minutter.
The concert ended with a standing ovation, and the audience applauded enthusiastically for several minutes.
Regeringen besluttede at slutte samarbejdet med den pågældende leverandør på grund af gentagne kontraktbrud.
The government decided to end the cooperation with the relevant supplier due to repeated breaches of contract.
Jeg plejer at slutte min dag med at læse en god bog for at koble af og falde til ro.
I usually end my day by reading a good book to unwind and relax.
Arrangementet sluttede med en festlig middag, hvor alle deltagere havde mulighed for at netværke.
The event ended with a festive dinner where all participants had the opportunity to network.
सामान्य शब्द संयोजन
सामान्य वाक्यांश
Hvornår skal mødet slutte?
When is the meeting going to end?
Filmen slutter kl. 22.
The movie ends at 10 PM.
Vi skal slutte nu.
We need to end now.
Hun slutter sit arbejde tidligt i dag.
She finishes her work early today.
Lad os slutte med en sang.
Let's end with a song.
Det må slutte på et tidspunkt.
It has to end at some point.
Slutter du dig til os?
Are you joining us?
De slutter fred efter krigen.
They make peace after the war.
Hvordan slutter historien?
How does the story end?
Vi sluttede os sammen for at hjælpe.
We banded together to help.
व्याकरण पैटर्न
वाक्य संरचनाएँ
Subjekt + verbum
Mødet slutter.
Subjekt + verbum + præpositional frase
Filmen slutter om ti minutter.
Subjekt + verbum + adverbium
Koncerten slutter snart.
Spørgsmål: Verbum + subjekt?
Slutter festen tidligt?
Spørgsmål med spørgeord: Spørgeord + verbum + subjekt?
Hvornår slutter kurset?
Negation: Subjekt + verbum + ikke
Arbejdet slutter ikke nu.
Præsens partisipp: at slutte
Jeg kan godt lide at slutte dagen med en kop te.
Futurum: Subjekt + skal + verbum
Vi skal slutte kl. 17.
सुझाव
Basic use of 'slutte'
The most common use of 'slutte' is to end something. Think of it as a direct translation of 'to end'.
Past tense of 'slutte'
The past tense of 'slutte' is 'sluttede'. For example, 'Filmen sluttede kl. 22' means 'The movie ended at 10 PM'.
'Slutte' with prepositions
'Slutte' often pairs with prepositions like 'med' (with) or 'af' (off/up). 'Slutte af' means to finish up or conclude.
Using 'slutte' for relationships
You can use 'slutte' to talk about relationships ending. For instance, 'De sluttede deres forhold' means 'They ended their relationship'.
'Slutte' as to close
Sometimes 'slutte' can mean to close, especially in a metaphorical sense, like closing a deal: 'De sluttede en aftale' (They closed a deal).
Opposite of 'starte'
'Slutte' is the direct opposite of 'starte' (to start). So, if something starts, it will eventually 'slutte' (end).
Common phrase: 'Det slutter her'
'Det slutter her' is a common phrase meaning 'It ends here' or 'This is where it stops'.
'Slutte' in questions
To ask 'When does it end?', you would say 'Hvornår slutter det?'. It's a simple and direct use of the verb for a question.
Formal vs. informal 'slutte'
'Slutte' is a versatile verb and can be used in both formal and informal contexts. There's no separate informal equivalent for 'to end'.
Don't confuse with 'lukke'
While 'slutte' can sometimes imply closing, don't confuse it with 'lukke', which specifically means to close a physical object like a door or window.
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The film ends now.
The meeting ends at five o'clock.
We are ending work soon.
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Dagen slutter.
Focus: slut-ter
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Hvornår slutter festen?
Focus: hvor-når slut-ter
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Jeg slutter dagen tidligt.
Focus: jeg slut-ter da-gen tid-ligt
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Mødet vil ___ kl. 15.
The sentence means 'The meeting will end at 3 PM.' 'Slutte' means 'to end'.
Hvornår skal filmen ___?
The question asks 'When will the movie end?' 'Slutte' is the correct verb for 'to end'.
Jeg håber, at regnen snart vil ___.
The sentence means 'I hope the rain will soon end.' 'Slutte' fits the context of something ceasing.
De er nødt til at ___ projektet i morgen.
The sentence means 'They have to finish (end) the project tomorrow.' 'Slutte' is appropriate here.
Lad os ___ dagen med en god middag.
The phrase means 'Let's end the day with a good dinner.' 'Slutte' means 'to end'.
Forestillingen vil ___ om cirka ti minutter.
The sentence means 'The performance will end in about ten minutes.' 'Slutte' refers to the conclusion of an event.
The film ends at ten o'clock.
When does the meeting end?
The party ended early last night.
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Jeg vil gerne vide, hvornår kurset slutter.
Focus: slutter
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Skolen slutter om en uge.
Focus: skolen
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Dagen slutter med solnedgang.
Focus: solnedgang
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What will they do after the meeting?
The speaker is asking about a film's duration.
What happened to their partnership?
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Vi skal slutte klokken fem i dag.
Focus: slut-te
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Jeg er nødt til at slutte opgaven nu.
Focus: op-ga-ven
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Kan du slutte døren, når du går?
Focus: dø-ren
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Efter timerne plejer vi at ___ dagen med en kop kaffe.
To 'end the day' is 'slutte dagen'. The other options mean to start or continue.
Forhandlingerne ser ud til at ___ uden en aftale.
To 'end without an agreement' is 'slutte uden en aftale'. The other verbs don't fit the context.
Hvornår forventer I at ___ projektet?
To 'expect to end the project' is 'forventer I at slutte projektet'. The other verbs don't make sense in this context.
Han besluttede at ___ sin tale med en stærk opfordring til handling.
To 'end his speech' is 'slutte sin tale'. The other options don't convey the meaning of finishing.
Lad os ___ denne diskussion og komme videre.
To 'end this discussion' is 'slutte denne diskussion'. The other options don't fit the desire to move on.
Koncerten skulle ___ med et imponerende fyrværkerishow.
The concert is expected to 'end' with a fireworks show, so 'slutte' is the correct verb.
Imagine you are writing a formal email to a colleague, informing them that a project has concluded. Use 'slutte' correctly in this context, ensuring the tone is professional and clear.
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Sample answer
Jeg skriver for at meddele, at projektet er sluttet i dag. Tak for dit bidrag.
You are a literary critic reviewing a novel. Write a short paragraph discussing how the author chose to 'slutte' the story, and what impact this ending had on you as a reader. Focus on nuanced emotional and thematic conclusions.
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Forfatteren vælger at slutte romanen med en åben, men alligevel rørende, epilog, der efterlader læseren med en følelse af både melankoli og håb. Denne ukonventionelle slutning understreger romanens centrale tema om livets uforudsigelighed.
Describe a personal experience where something significant 'sluttet' unexpectedly, leading to a new beginning or a major life change. Reflect on the emotions and consequences of this ending.
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Mit praktikophold i udlandet sluttede pludselig, da virksomheden lukkede ned. Selvom det var en skuffelse, tvang det mig til at genoverveje mine karriereplaner, hvilket uventet førte til en helt ny og spændende retning for mig.
Hvad refererer 'sluttede' i teksten til?
Read this passage:
Den historiske periode, kendt som Den Kolde Krig, sluttede officielt med Sovjetunionens opløsning i 1991. Dette markerede en fundamental ændring i det globale geopolitiske landskab og indledte en ny æra med internationalt samarbejde og konflikt. Mange historikere debatterer dog stadig de præcise årsager og konsekvenser af, at denne æra 'sluttede' så dramatisk.
Hvad refererer 'sluttede' i teksten til?
Teksten angiver klart, at Den Kolde Krig 'sluttede officielt med Sovjetunionens opløsning i 1991'.
Teksten angiver klart, at Den Kolde Krig 'sluttede officielt med Sovjetunionens opløsning i 1991'.
Hvad understreger forfatteren som afgørende for at forstå betydningen af 'slutte'?
Read this passage:
I dansk grammatik er det vigtigt at forstå, hvordan verber bøjes for at danne meningsfulde sætninger. Verbet 'slutte' kan for eksempel betyde 'at ende' eller 'at afslutte'. Når man ser sætningen 'Koncerten sluttede kl. 22:00', indikerer det et specifikt tidspunkt for en begivenheds afslutning. Den præcise kontekst er altid afgørende for at tolke verbets nuancerede betydning, især i mere komplekse sætningskonstruktioner.
Hvad understreger forfatteren som afgørende for at forstå betydningen af 'slutte'?
Teksten siger, 'Den præcise kontekst er altid afgørende for at tolke verbets nuancerede betydning'.
Teksten siger, 'Den præcise kontekst er altid afgørende for at tolke verbets nuancerede betydning'.
Hvilken type filosoffer nævnes i teksten i forbindelse med 'slut'?
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Mange filosofiske debatter drejer sig om, hvordan livet, eller endda universet, vil 'slutte'. Er der en endelig afslutning, eller fortsætter alt i en uendelig cyklus? Eksistentielle filosoffer udforsker ofte frygten og accepten af livets uundgåelige 'slut' og dens betydning for menneskets eksistens. Disse overvejelser er fundamentale for at forstå den menneskelige tilstand og vores stræben efter mening.
Hvilken type filosoffer nævnes i teksten i forbindelse med 'slut'?
Teksten nævner: 'Eksistentielle filosoffer udforsker ofte frygten og accepten af livets uundgåelige 'slut''.
Teksten nævner: 'Eksistentielle filosoffer udforsker ofte frygten og accepten af livets uundgåelige 'slut''.
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Summary
'Slutte' means to end or finish, and is fundamental for describing conclusions in Danish.
- Use 'slutte' to say something finishes.
- Common for events, meetings, or work.
- Often used with prepositions like 'af' (slutte af).
Basic use of 'slutte'
The most common use of 'slutte' is to end something. Think of it as a direct translation of 'to end'.
Past tense of 'slutte'
The past tense of 'slutte' is 'sluttede'. For example, 'Filmen sluttede kl. 22' means 'The movie ended at 10 PM'.
'Slutte' with prepositions
'Slutte' often pairs with prepositions like 'med' (with) or 'af' (off/up). 'Slutte af' means to finish up or conclude.
Using 'slutte' for relationships
You can use 'slutte' to talk about relationships ending. For instance, 'De sluttede deres forhold' means 'They ended their relationship'.
