When you're first learning Norwegian, you'll find words like 'alt' very useful. 'Alt' means 'everything,' and it's a pronoun. This means it can stand in for a whole list of things. Think of it like saying 'the whole lot' or 'all of it' in English. It's an important word for expressing totality and will come in handy in many everyday situations.
When using "alt," remember it's a neuter singular pronoun meaning "everything." It stands on its own and doesn't change its form based on gender or number. For example, if you say "Alt er bra," you mean "Everything is good."
You'll often hear "alt" in common phrases. Consider "Alt i orden?" which translates to "Everything in order?" or "Is everything alright?" Another useful one is "Takk for alt," meaning "Thanks for everything."
It's important not to confuse "alt" with "alle." While "alt" refers to "everything" (an uncountable concept), "alle" means "everyone" or "all of them" (referring to countable things or people). For instance, "Alle er her" means "Everyone is here."
So, practice using "alt" to describe situations where you're talking about the entirety of something as a single, undifferentiated concept.
When using "alt," remember it's a neuter singular pronoun meaning "everything." It's commonly used in phrases like "alt i orden" (everything in order) or "alt vel" (all well).
Pay attention to its placement in a sentence; it usually comes before the verb, similar to how "everything" functions in English. For example, "Alt er bra" (Everything is good).
Keep in mind that "alt" can also act as an adverb meaning "already" or "quite," but in this context, we're focusing on its pronoun form. The nuance between these uses becomes clearer with practice.
While alt often translates to "everything," its usage extends beyond a simple one-to-one equivalence, especially in nuanced expressions. Consider the phrase "alt i alt," which means "all in all" or "on the whole," indicating a summary or overall perspective. Another common construction is "fremfor alt," translating to "above all" or "primarily," highlighting the most important aspect. Understanding these idiomatic uses is key to mastering alt at a C2 level. Pay attention to the prepositions and surrounding context to grasp the full meaning.
Let's look at the Norwegian word alt. It's a very common word, meaning 'everything'. You'll hear this word constantly, so it's good to get familiar with it early on. It's an A1 level word, meaning it's fundamental for beginners.
§ Understanding Alt: The Basics
- Definition
- everything
The word 'alt' is a pronoun. In Norwegian, pronouns are words that replace nouns. 'Alt' specifically refers to everything, all things, or the whole situation. It's an incredibly versatile word that you'll find used in many different contexts.
§ Alt in Everyday Conversations
You'll hear 'alt' in many everyday phrases. Here are some common ones that you can start using right away. Pay attention to how it's used to convey the meaning of 'everything' or 'all'.
- Alt er bra. (Everything is good.) - A very common response to "Hvordan går det?" (How are you doing?)
- Alt i orden. (Everything in order./All good.) - Used to confirm that things are fine or settled.
- Takk for alt. (Thanks for everything.) - A polite way to express gratitude for all that has been done.
Hvordan går det? Alt er bra, takk.
How are you doing? Everything is good, thanks.
Er alt klart for møtet?
Is everything ready for the meeting?
§ Alt in Work and School Settings
In professional or academic environments, 'alt' is often used to refer to tasks, information, or general situations. It helps to summarize or encompass a whole range of items.
Vi må sjekke at alt er korrekt før vi sender inn rapporten.
We must check that everything is correct before we submit the report.
Læreren forklarte alt om grammatikken på nytt.
The teacher explained everything about the grammar again.
§ Alt in News and Media
In news reports or media, 'alt' is frequently used to provide a broad overview or to indicate completeness. It can refer to the full scope of an event or situation.
Politiet etterforsker alt i saken.
The police are investigating everything in the case.
Alt tyder på at været blir dårlig i morgen.
Everything indicates that the weather will be bad tomorrow.
§ Common Phrases with Alt
Here are a few more common expressions to help you recognize and use 'alt' more naturally:
- Fremfor alt. (Above all.) - Emphasizes the importance of something.
- Alt i alt. (All in all.) - Used to summarize or give an overall impression.
- Alt eller ingenting. (All or nothing.) - A phrase indicating a lack of compromise.
Fremfor alt må vi være ærlige.
Above all, we must be honest.
Alt i alt var det en god tur.
All in all, it was a good trip.
By actively listening for and practicing with 'alt', you'll quickly become comfortable with this essential Norwegian word. Keep an ear out for it in news, conversations, and even while watching Norwegian TV shows.
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Jeg spiser alt.
I eat everything.
Har du alt?
Do you have everything?
Alt er klart.
Everything is ready.
Han vet alt.
He knows everything.
Alt er bra.
Everything is good.
Vil du ha alt?
Do you want everything?
Jeg ser alt.
I see everything.
Alt sammen.
All together.
Jeg har prøvd alt for å reparere bilen, men ingenting fungerer.
I have tried everything to repair the car, but nothing works.
Hun ga alt hun hadde i konkurransen for å vinne.
She gave everything she had in the competition to win.
Vi må pakke alt før vi drar på ferie i morgen.
We must pack everything before we go on holiday tomorrow.
Etter den lange dagen følte han at alt gjorde vondt.
After the long day, he felt that everything hurt.
Hvis du vil lære norsk, er det viktig å øve på alt du lærer.
If you want to learn Norwegian, it is important to practice everything you learn.
Han mistet alt han eide i brannen.
He lost everything he owned in the fire.
Jeg har fortalt deg alt jeg vet om saken.
I have told you everything I know about the case.
Selv om det var vanskelig, var det verdt alt strevet til slutt.
Even though it was difficult, it was worth all the effort in the end.
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Alt er bra.
Everything is good.
Jeg forstår alt.
I understand everything.
Har du alt?
Do you have everything?
Han spiste alt.
He ate everything.
Jeg vil ha alt.
I want everything.
Er alt klart?
Is everything ready?
Hun vet alt.
She knows everything.
De så alt.
They saw everything.
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Basic use of 'alt'
Start by understanding that 'alt' means everything. Think of it as a direct equivalent in many basic sentences.
Common phrase: 'Alt er bra'
A very common and useful phrase is 'Alt er bra', which means Everything is good or Everything is fine. This is a great one to learn early.
Sentence starter: 'Alt'
'Alt' can often start a sentence, just like Everything in English. For example, 'Alt var perfekt' (Everything was perfect).
Combining with verbs
You can combine 'alt' with various verbs. For instance, 'Jeg ser alt' means I see everything. Pay attention to how it functions as the object of the verb.
Contextual meaning of 'alt'
While 'alt' primarily means everything, in some contexts it can imply all of it or the whole thing. This nuance often comes from the surrounding words.
Don't confuse with 'all'
Be careful not to confuse 'alt' with 'all' (meaning all of something or a group of people). 'Alt' refers to 'everything' as a general concept or a collection of things.
Practice with 'alt' in short sentences
Create simple sentences using 'alt'. For example, 'Alt er klart' (Everything is ready) or 'Han spiste alt' (He ate everything).
Pronunciation practice for 'alt'
The 'a' in 'alt' is similar to the 'a' in father, and the 'l' is a soft 'l'. Practice saying it clearly: 'ahlt'.
Casual use in conversation
'Alt' is very common in everyday Norwegian conversation. Hearing 'Alt bra?' (Everything good?) is a common greeting.
Use with negations
When used with a negation, it often means not everything. For example, 'Alt er ikke sant' (Everything is not true).
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वास्तविक संदर्भ
Talking about completing tasks or being busy.
- Jeg har gjort alt.
- Jeg har mye å gjøre. Alt på en gang!
- Er alt klart?
Referring to all aspects of a situation or thing.
- Alt er bra.
- Hvordan går det med alt?
- Alt inkludert.
Expressing totality or completeness.
- Han spiste alt.
- De tok alt.
- Alt ble borte.
Discussing general observations or opinions.
- Alt er mulig.
- Alt i alt, det var en fin dag.
- Ikke alt er som det ser ut.
Making requests or offering help.
- Trenger du hjelp med alt?
- Kan du fikse alt dette?
- Jeg kan gjøre alt.
बातचीत की शुरुआत
"Hva er det viktigste for deg i alt du gjør?"
"Hvis du kunne endre alt i verden, hva ville du endre først?"
"Har du noen gang følt at alt går galt?"
"Hva er det beste med alt som skjer i livet ditt nå?"
"Hva er ditt favorittmåltid, og kunne du spist det til alt?"
डायरी विषय
Beskriv en dag da alt gikk perfekt. Hva skjedde?
Tenk på noe du har lært. Hvordan har dette forandret alt for deg?
Skriv om en gang du måtte gi opp alt for å nå et mål.
Hvilke fem ting er viktigst for deg i alt du eier? Forklar hvorfor.
Hvordan kan du gjøre alt litt bedre i morgen?
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10 सवालThis is a great question! Alt means 'everything' and refers to uncountable things or concepts, or a whole situation. Think of it as a singular, neuter pronoun. Alle, on the other hand, means 'all' or 'everyone' and refers to a group of countable people or things. So, you'd say 'alt er bra' (everything is good) but 'alle er glade' (everyone is happy).
You can use 'alt' quite simply! It often functions as the subject or object in a sentence. For example:
- Alt er klart. (Everything is ready.)
- Jeg spiste alt. (I ate everything.)
- Han vet alt. (He knows everything.)
No, that's a good thing to remember! Unlike some other pronouns, alt itself does not change its form. It's always 'alt' when it means 'everything.' The verb that follows it will be in the singular form.
While 'alt' primarily means 'everything,' in certain contexts, it can convey a sense of 'all of it.' However, it's generally best to stick to 'everything' for 'alt' to avoid confusion with 'alle' (all/everyone). If you're talking about all of something uncountable, 'alt' is perfect. For example, 'alt vannet' (all the water).
There are many useful phrases! Here are a few to get you started:
- Alt i alt. (All in all.)
- Fremfor alt. (Above all.)
- Det var alt. (That was all.)
- Jeg har mistet alt. (I have lost everything.)
Alt is a very common and neutral word. You can use it in both formal and informal situations without any issues. It's a fundamental part of everyday Norwegian.
The pronunciation is quite straightforward. It sounds like 'ahl-t.' The 'a' is open, similar to the 'a' in 'father,' and the 'l' is clear, followed by a 't' sound. Think of it as a short, crisp word.
Yes, absolutely! 'Alt' can combine with prepositions to form various meanings. For example:
- Om alt. (About everything.)
- Med alt. (With everything.)
- Uten alt. (Without everything.)
That's a good point! Alt and allting both mean 'everything.' In most cases, they are interchangeable. However, 'alt' is more common and often preferred in everyday speech. 'Allting' can sometimes sound a little more emphatic or slightly more formal, but the difference is subtle. You won't go wrong using 'alt.'
Yes, they are indeed related! Both 'alt' in Norwegian and 'all' in English come from the same Germanic root. This is why you'll often find similarities in meaning and usage between these two words, even though their specific grammatical functions can differ slightly.
खुद को परखो 66 सवाल
Which word means 'everything'?
'Alt' is the correct Norwegian word for 'everything'. 'Og' means 'and', 'eller' means 'or', and 'men' means 'but'.
Choose the best translation for 'Everything is good.'
'Alt' means 'everything', and 'er bra' means 'is good'.
How do you say 'I eat everything'?
'Jeg' means 'I', 'spiser' means 'eat', and 'alt' means 'everything'.
The word 'alt' means 'nothing'.
No, 'alt' means 'everything'. The word for 'nothing' is 'ingenting'.
In the sentence 'Alt er bra', 'alt' refers to 'everything'.
Yes, 'alt' translates to 'everything' in this context.
You can use 'alt' to mean 'all of it'.
Yes, 'alt' can broadly refer to 'all of it' or 'everything'.
The speaker likes to eat a lot of things.
Something is ready.
Someone is asking if you have everything you need.
Read this aloud:
Alt er bra.
Focus: alt
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Read this aloud:
Jeg har alt.
Focus: jeg har alt
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Alt er dyrt.
Focus: dyrt
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Write a short sentence saying you like everything.
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Jeg liker alt.
Translate: 'Everything is good.'
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Alt er bra.
Write a sentence saying you understand everything.
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Jeg forstår alt.
What does Lise like?
Read this passage:
Lise har en hund. Hunden heter Bob. Lise liker alt med Bob.
What does Lise like?
The passage says 'Lise liker alt med Bob.', meaning 'Lise likes everything about Bob.'
The passage says 'Lise liker alt med Bob.', meaning 'Lise likes everything about Bob.'
What does the man eat?
Read this passage:
Mannen kjøper mat. Han spiser alt.
What does the man eat?
The passage states 'Han spiser alt.', which translates to 'He eats everything.'
The passage states 'Han spiser alt.', which translates to 'He eats everything.'
What does the child want?
Read this passage:
Barnet har mange leker. Barnet vil ha alt.
What does the child want?
The sentence 'Barnet vil ha alt.' means 'The child wants everything.'
The sentence 'Barnet vil ha alt.' means 'The child wants everything.'
Jeg har spist ___. (I have eaten everything.)
'alt' means 'everything' and fits the context of having eaten all of it.
Han forstår ___. (He understands everything.)
'alt' is the correct pronoun for 'everything' in this sentence.
Vi må pakke ___ før vi drar. (We must pack everything before we leave.)
To pack 'everything' translates directly to 'pakke alt'.
Hun vil vite ___ om saken. (She wants to know everything about the case.)
The context implies wanting to know 'everything', so 'alt' is the right choice.
Har du gjort ___ jeg ba deg om? (Have you done everything I asked you to?)
To ask if 'everything' was done, 'alt' is used.
De har mistet ___. (They have lost everything.)
'Alt' means 'everything', which fits the concept of losing all possessions or hopes.
Hva betyr «alt er bra»?
«Alt» betyr 'everything' og «bra» betyr 'good'.
Hvilken setning bruker «alt» riktig?
«Alt» brukes her som et pronomen som betyr 'everything'. De andre alternativene bruker «alt» feil grammatisk eller i feil kontekst.
Velg setningen hvor «alt» passer best.
I dette tilfellet refererer «alt» til 'everything' som er nødvendig, som passer godt i setningen 'Alt vi trenger er kjærlighet' (All we need is love).
Setningen «Alt er klart til festen» betyr 'Everything is ready for the party'.
«Alt» betyr 'everything' og «klart» betyr 'ready'.
I setningen «Jeg spiste alt eplet» er «alt» brukt riktig.
Man sier «Jeg spiste hele eplet» (I ate the whole apple), ikke «alt eplet». «Alt» brukes for å referere til en samling av ting eller et abstrakt konsept, ikke en enkelt, bestemt gjenstand i den formen.
Du kan bruke «alt» for å uttrykke 'all of it'.
«Alt» kan oversettes til 'all of it' eller 'everything'. For eksempel, «Jeg vil ha alt» betyr 'I want all of it/everything'.
The correct word order for a simple statement in Norwegian is Subject-Verb-Object/Complement. 'Alt' (everything) is the subject, 'er' (is) is the verb, and 'på bordet' (on the table) is the prepositional phrase functioning as a complement.
In this sentence, 'han' (he) is the subject, 'gjorde' (did) is the verb, and 'alt' (everything) is the direct object. 'For henne' (for her) is a prepositional phrase.
Here, 'hun' (she) is the subject, 'har' (has) is the verb, 'kontroll' (control) is the direct object, and 'over alt' (over everything) is a prepositional phrase modifying 'kontroll'.
Etter den lange turen følte hun at hun hadde mistet ___ energi.
Here, 'energi' is a feminine noun, so we use 'all' (all of the) to agree with it, meaning 'all energy'. 'Alt' is a neuter form or refers to 'everything'.
Han prøvde å samle ___ informasjon han kunne finne om saken.
Even though 'informasjon' is often uncountable, when referring to the totality of information, 'all' (all of the) is appropriate for common gender nouns, here implying 'all the information'. 'Alt' would be incorrect as it refers to 'everything'.
Etter festen var det søppel ___ over gulvet.
'Alt' in this context means 'everything' or 'all over', functioning as an adverbial phrase 'alt over gulvet' (all over the floor), referring to the complete presence of something.
Hun ønsket seg ___ som var vakkert og unikt til bryllupet sitt.
Here, 'alt' means 'everything' or 'all that' and functions as a pronoun referring to objects or concepts. It is followed by a relative clause.
Vi må huske å ta med ___ vi trenger for turen, inkludert mat og vann.
'Alt' refers to 'everything' or 'all that', functioning as a pronoun for the collective items needed for the trip.
Etter ti år i utlandet hadde han nesten glemt ___ om hjemlandet sitt.
'Alt' in this sentence means 'everything' or 'all things' related to his home country, serving as a pronoun.
Etter den lange vandringen var hun så sliten at hun ønsket å kaste ___ hun eide og bare ligge stille.
I denne sammenhengen betyr 'alt' 'everything' – at hun ville gi opp alle sine eiendeler.
Han hadde brukt ___ sparepengene sine på en uheldig investering, og nå stod han uten en krone.
'Alt' refererer her til 'all of' hans sparepenger. Man bruker 'alt' når det er snakk om en helhet.
Til tross for at prosjektet virket umulig, ga teamet ___ for å fullføre det innen fristen.
Her betyr 'ga alt' at de ga 'everything' eller gjorde sitt ytterste for å fullføre prosjektet.
Med stor presisjon demonterte mekanikeren motoren, og la ___ deler forsiktig på et bord.
Når det er snakk om flere separate enheter (deler), brukes 'alle' ('all') i flertall. 'Alt' ville blitt brukt hvis det var en udelelig helhet.
Hun prøvde å huske ___ som hadde skjedd i løpet av den kaotiske ettermiddagen, men det var som om minnene var tåkete.
I denne setningen refererer 'alt' til 'everything that had happened'.
Etter ulykken var det viktig å sjekke ___ og forsikre seg om at ingen hadde fått alvorlige skader.
Her betyr 'sjekke alt' å 'check everything' for å sikre at ingen var alvorlig skadet.
Hva betyr 'alt' i setningen 'Han ofret alt for familien sin'?
'Alt' refererer her til hele hans eksistens eller alle hans eiendeler, som han var villig til å gi opp.
Hvilken av disse setningene bruker 'alt' korrekt i betydningen 'everything'?
Her indikerer 'alt å gjøre' at det er en stor mengde oppgaver som skal fullføres.
I uttrykket 'Alt eller ingenting', hva representerer 'alt'?
Uttrykket indikerer en situasjon der man enten oppnår full suksess eller fullstendig feiler, uten mellomløsninger.
Man kan erstatte 'alt' med 'noen ting' i setningen 'Han tok med seg alt han eide' uten å endre betydningen vesentlig.
Å erstatte 'alt' med 'noen ting' ville dramatisk endre betydningen fra 'hele mengden' til 'kun et par ting', som er en stor forskjell.
Setningen 'Jeg forstår alt du sier' betyr at jeg forstår hele innholdet i det som blir sagt.
Ja, 'alt' betyr i denne konteksten 'hele innholdet' eller 'hvert eneste ord'.
I uttrykket 'alt i alt', betyr 'alt' en enkeltstående detalj.
'Alt i alt' er et idiom som betyr 'when all is said and done' eller 'considering everything', ikke en enkeltstående detalj.
Describe a chaotic situation where 'alt' (everything) seems to be going wrong. Use at least three instances of 'alt' in your description.
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Sample answer
Det var totalt kaos på kontoret i dag. E-postene var borte, telefonen ringte ustanselig, og alt jeg prøvde å gjøre, gikk feil. Det føltes som om alt som kunne gå galt, gikk galt.
Imagine you are explaining to a friend what you did to prepare for a big party. Use 'alt' to summarize what you completed.
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Jeg har vasket alt, handlet alt av mat og drikke, og til og med pyntet alt. Nå er alt klart for festen!
Write a short paragraph reflecting on a past achievement and how 'alt' you learned contributed to your success.
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Etter mange års hardt arbeid oppnådde jeg endelig målet mitt. Alt jeg hadde lært gjennom studiene og erfaringene mine bidro til denne suksessen. Jeg innså at alt slit var verdt det.
Hva måtte bedriften justere på grunn av uforutsette utfordringer?
Read this passage:
En kompleks situasjon oppsto da bedriften forsøkte å implementere det nye systemet. Alt som var planlagt, måtte revideres. De måtte justere alt, fra budsjettet til tidslinjen, for å imøtekomme de uforutsette utfordringene. Til slutt var alt under kontroll, men prosessen var krevende.
Hva måtte bedriften justere på grunn av uforutsette utfordringer?
Teksten sier 'De måtte justere alt, fra budsjettet til tidslinjen,' noe som indikerer at både budsjettet og tidslinjen ble justert, i tillegg til andre ting.
Teksten sier 'De måtte justere alt, fra budsjettet til tidslinjen,' noe som indikerer at både budsjettet og tidslinjen ble justert, i tillegg til andre ting.
Hva hadde kunstneren investert i prosjektet sitt?
Read this passage:
Kunstneren sto foran sitt nye verk. Han hadde investert alt av sin tid og energi i prosjektet. Hver penselstrøk, hver fargevalg – alt var nøye overveid. Han håpet at publikum ville forstå alt han hadde prøvd å formidle gjennom kunsten sin.
Hva hadde kunstneren investert i prosjektet sitt?
Teksten sier 'Han hadde investert alt av sin tid og energi i prosjektet,' som tydelig indikerer at begge deler ble investert.
Teksten sier 'Han hadde investert alt av sin tid og energi i prosjektet,' som tydelig indikerer at begge deler ble investert.
Hva var den generelle følelsen etter at alt var på plass?
Read this passage:
Etter den lange reisen var endelig alt på plass i det nye hjemmet. Møblene var montert, bøkene var satt i hyllene, og selv bildene var hengt opp. Det føltes godt å vite at alt det harde arbeidet med flyttingen var over, og at de nå kunne nyte roen.
Hva var den generelle følelsen etter at alt var på plass?
Siste setning sier 'Det føltes godt å vite at alt det harde arbeidet med flyttingen var over, og at de nå kunne nyte roen,' som indikerer lettelse og ro.
Siste setning sier 'Det føltes godt å vite at alt det harde arbeidet med flyttingen var over, og at de nå kunne nyte roen,' som indikerer lettelse og ro.
This sentence describes a person losing all their possessions in a fire and being left only with memories. The word 'alt' functions as a pronoun referring to 'all he owned'.
This sentence indicates that despite everything that was said and done, the situation remained irreconcilable. 'Alt' here refers to the sum of actions and words.
This sentence describes someone sacrificing everything for their career, only to realize it wasn't worth it in the end. 'Alt' signifies the entirety of her efforts and personal life.
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Basic use of 'alt'
Start by understanding that 'alt' means everything. Think of it as a direct equivalent in many basic sentences.
Common phrase: 'Alt er bra'
A very common and useful phrase is 'Alt er bra', which means Everything is good or Everything is fine. This is a great one to learn early.
Sentence starter: 'Alt'
'Alt' can often start a sentence, just like Everything in English. For example, 'Alt var perfekt' (Everything was perfect).
Combining with verbs
You can combine 'alt' with various verbs. For instance, 'Jeg ser alt' means I see everything. Pay attention to how it functions as the object of the verb.
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संबंधित मुहावरे
general के और शब्द
advare
B1To warn someone about a danger or risk
akseptabel
B2acceptable or satisfactory
aktiv
B1engaged in physical or mental activity
aktsom
C1careful or cautious in one's actions
aktuell
B1Current or relevant to the present time
allikevel
B2nevertheless; anyway
altfor
B1Too much or excessively
alvorlig
B1Serious or severe.
anbefale
B1To recommend something to someone
angå
B1To concern or relate to
