When you see the Norwegian word figur, it can mean a few things, but they're all related to how something looks or is structured.
It can mean a shape, like the geometric shapes you learned in school. For example, a square or a circle is a figur.
It can also refer to a figure or a character, like a person in a story or a statue. Think of a figur as how something is formed or represented.
So, whether you're talking about a drawing, a person, or an object's outline, figur is a good word to use.
When you encounter the Norwegian word "figur," it's useful to understand its versatility beyond just a simple figure or shape. While it certainly refers to a physical form, like a geometric figur or the human figur, it also extends to a character in a story or play. Think of a prominent figur in history or a fictional figur in a novel. Furthermore, it can describe a metaphorical figure or a way of speaking, as in a "figure of speech." So, when you see "figur," consider the context to grasp its specific meaning, whether it's a tangible form, a personality, or an abstract representation.
When you're at a C2 level in Norwegian, you'll encounter 'figur' in more nuanced contexts. It still refers to a shape or form, but can also denote a metaphorical figure or a key character in a narrative or discussion.
You might see it used in art criticism to talk about a 'figur' in a painting, or in literature to discuss a 'figur' who embodies certain societal traits. Understanding these extended meanings is crucial for truly grasping complex Norwegian texts and conversations.
§ What 'figur' means
The Norwegian word 'figur' is a versatile noun. It comes from Latin and shares roots with English words like 'figure.' Knowing this can help you remember its meaning. In Norwegian, 'figur' generally refers to a shape, a form, or a character.
- DEFINITION
- A shape, form, or character.
When you hear or read 'figur,' think about the overall appearance or outline of something, or a person in a story or situation. It's used in many contexts, from art and geometry to literature and general conversation.
§ When to use 'figur' for 'shape' or 'form'
One common use of 'figur' is to describe the physical outline or shape of an object or person. This is similar to how you might use 'figure' in English when talking about a geometric shape or someone's physique.
En sirkel er en geometrisk figur.
This means: A circle is a geometric shape/figure.
Hun har en slank figur.
This means: She has a slender figure/physique.
§ Using 'figur' for 'character'
Another significant use of 'figur' is to refer to a character, especially in a story, play, or film. This is very similar to how English uses 'figure' in expressions like 'a historical figure' or 'a central figure in the debate.'
Hovedfiguren i boken er en ung jente.
This means: The main character/figure in the book is a young girl.
Han er en viktig figur i norsk politikk.
This means: He is an important figure in Norwegian politics.
§ Other common contexts
'Figur' also appears in other expressions. For example, it can refer to a statuette or a small decorative object.
En porselensfigur: A porcelain figure/statuette.
En sjakkfigur: A chess piece (literally 'chess figure').
In mathematics, you will often encounter 'figur' when discussing geometric shapes.
Tegn en trekantet figur.
This means: Draw a triangular figure/shape.
§ Common phrases with 'figur'
You'll find 'figur' in a few common phrases. Knowing these will help you sound more natural in Norwegian.
Holde figuren: To keep in shape (literally 'to keep the figure'). This refers to maintaining one's physical condition.
Han trener for å holde figuren.
This means: He exercises to keep in shape.
En sentral figur: A central figure. Used for important people in an event or story.
Hun var en sentral figur i revolusjonen.
This means: She was a central figure in the revolution.
Understanding these various applications of 'figur' will greatly enhance your comprehension of Norwegian texts and conversations. Remember that context is key to pinpointing the exact meaning.
Let's look at the Norwegian word figur. It's a useful noun with a few different meanings, but they all relate to something having a specific shape or appearance. You'll often hear it in everyday conversations, so it's good to get comfortable with it.
- Norwegian Word
- figur (noun)
- CEFR Level
- B1
- Definition
- A shape, form, or character
§ How to Use 'Figur' in a Sentence
The word figur is a common noun, meaning it takes articles and can be singular or plural. Let's break down its common uses.
1. As a Shape or Form
This is one of the most direct translations. Think of geometric shapes, or the physical form of something.
Trekanten er en geometrisk figur. (The triangle is a geometric shape.)
Den har en merkelig figur. (It has a strange shape/form.)
Kunstneren lagde en vakker figur av leire. (The artist made a beautiful figure/form out of clay.)
2. As a Character (in a story, play, or public life)
When you're talking about people in narratives or well-known individuals, figur can mean 'character'.
Han er en viktig figur i boken. (He is an important character in the book.)
En sentral figur i norsk politikk. (A central figure/character in Norwegian politics.)
3. Figuratively: A Figure of Speech (a common phrase)
While not directly meaning 'figure of speech' on its own, it is part of the phrase en billedlig figur (a figurative expression).
Det er en figur som brukes for å beskrive noe. (It is a figure used to describe something.)
§ Grammar and Prepositions with 'Figur'
The grammatical gender of figur is masculine/feminine, so it takes the indefinite article 'en' and the definite article 'figuren'.
- Singular Indefinite: en figur (a shape/character)
- Singular Definite: figuren (the shape/character)
- Plural Indefinite: figurer (shapes/characters)
- Plural Definite: figurene (the shapes/characters)
You'll often find figur used with prepositions like 'av' (of/from) to indicate what something is made of, or 'i' (in) to indicate context.
En figur av tre. (A figure made of wood.)
En viktig figur i historien. (An important character in the story.)
§ Common Expressions with 'Figur'
While not a very idiomatic word, you might hear it in contexts like these:
- Å holde figuren: To keep one's figure (referring to body shape).
- En offentlig figur: A public figure.
Hun prøver å holde figuren sin. (She tries to keep her figure.)
Han er en kjent offentlig figur. (He is a well-known public figure.)
Mastering figur will help you describe shapes, discuss characters, and understand references to prominent individuals in Norwegian. Keep practicing with these examples, and you'll get the hang of it quickly!
§ Figur vs. Person
The word 'figur' can mean 'character' in Norwegian, but it’s not always interchangeable with 'person'. You'll typically use 'figur' when talking about a character in a story, a drawing, or a metaphorical sense. If you mean an actual human being, 'person' is the correct word.
Han er en viktig figur i boken. (He is an important character in the book.)
Det var mange personer på festen. (There were many people at the party.)
§ Not for 'Figure' (Number)
In English, 'figure' can also mean a number or a statistic. In Norwegian, 'figur' is never used this way. For numbers, use 'tall'. For statistics or data, you might use 'statistikk' or 'data'.
Vi så mange interessante figurer i galleriet. (We saw many interesting figures [shapes/statues] in the gallery.)
Hvilke tall er viktigst? (Which numbers are most important?)
§ Gender and Plural
- DEFINITION
- 'Figur' is a masculine noun. This means it takes the indefinite article 'en' and the definite singular form 'figuren'. The plural form is 'figurer' (indefinite) and 'figurene' (definite).
Many learners forget the gender of Norwegian nouns, which can lead to incorrect article usage and agreement with adjectives. Always try to learn the gender with the noun.
- En figur (a figure)
- Figuren (the figure)
- Flere figurer (several figures)
- Figurene (the figures)
Dette er en sjelden figur. (This is a rare figure.)
Alle figurene var i glass. (All the figures were made of glass.)
§ Context is King
The biggest mistake is often not considering the context. While 'figur' has broad meanings like 'shape', 'form', and 'character', the exact nuance depends heavily on the surrounding words. Always pay attention to how 'figur' is used in sentences to grasp its precise meaning.
- DEFINITION
- Figur: A shape, form, or character.
Han har en god figur. (He has a good figure [body shape].)
En geometrisk figur. (A geometric shape.)
Hun er en kjent offentlig figur. (She is a well-known public figure [person/personality].)
How Formal Is It?
"En mystisk skikkelse dukket opp i mørket. (A mysterious figure appeared in the darkness.)"
"Hvilken figur er din favoritt i boken? (Which figure is your favorite in the book?)"
"Han er en artig kar. (He's a funny character/guy.)"
"Se på den fine dukken! (Look at that pretty doll/figure!)"
"Hvem er den fyren? (Who's that guy/figure?)"
रोचक तथ्य
The word 'figur' in Norwegian, like its English counterpart 'figure', has evolved to encompass meanings related to both visual forms and abstract representations or persons.
कठिनाई स्तर
short, familiar Latin root
short, straightforward spelling
common word, simple pronunciation
clear pronunciation, common context
आगे क्या सीखें
पूर्वापेक्षाएँ
आगे सीखें
उन्नत
ज़रूरी व्याकरण
Nouns in Norwegian have grammatical gender (masculine, feminine, neuter). 'Figur' is a feminine noun.
Ei fin figur (A beautiful figure)
Definite articles are attached to the end of nouns. For feminine nouns like 'figur', the definite article is '-a'.
Figuren er vakker. (The figure is beautiful.)
Indefinite articles precede the noun. For feminine nouns, the indefinite article is 'ei'.
Jeg så ei rar figur. (I saw a strange figure.)
Plural forms of feminine nouns often end in '-er' in the indefinite form and '-ene' in the definite form.
Mange figurer (Many figures), Figurene er gamle. (The figures are old.)
When 'figur' refers to a 'character' in a story, it is still treated as a feminine noun.
Hovedfiguren i boka er interessant. (The main character in the book is interesting.)
स्तर के अनुसार उदाहरण
Hvilken figur har ballen?
What shape does the ball have?
figur (noun) means shape here. 'Hvilken' is used with common gender nouns.
Denne figuren er en sirkel.
This figure is a circle.
figuren (the figure) is the definite form of figur. 'En sirkel' (a circle) is an indefinite common gender noun.
Han tegner en figur på papiret.
He draws a figure on the paper.
'En figur' (a figure) is the indefinite form. 'På papiret' means 'on the paper'.
Se på den fine figuren!
Look at that nice figure!
'Den fine figuren' (that nice figure) is a definite noun phrase. 'Se på' means 'look at'.
Hvilken figur liker du best?
Which figure do you like best?
'Liker du best?' means 'do you like best?'
Barna leker med plastfigurer.
The children play with plastic figures.
plastfigurer (plastic figures) is a plural indefinite noun. 'Leker med' means 'play with'.
Hun er en kjent figur i byen.
She is a well-known character in the city.
Her, figur means 'character'. 'Kjent' (known) is an adjective.
Denne boken har mange morsomme figurer.
This book has many funny characters.
figurer (characters) is a plural indefinite noun. 'Morsomme' (funny) is a plural adjective.
Hvilken figur har barnet tegnet?
What figure has the child drawn?
Here 'figur' refers to a shape or drawing.
Hun er en viktig figur i norsk historie.
She is an important figure in Norwegian history.
In this context, 'figur' means a significant person or character.
Stykket handler om en tragisk figur.
The play is about a tragic figure.
Here 'figur' denotes a character in a story or play.
Danseren hadde en slank figur.
The dancer had a slender figure.
'Figur' describes the physical form or shape of a person.
De skjulte seg bak en mørk figur.
They hid behind a dark figure.
This use of 'figur' implies an indistinct or shadowy form of a person.
Geometriske figurer er en del av pensum.
Geometric figures are part of the curriculum.
'Figurer' here refers to geometric shapes.
Han var en litt komisk figur i filmen.
He was a somewhat comical figure in the film.
Again, 'figur' means a character, specifically one that is comical.
Den nye skulpturen er en abstrakt figur.
The new sculpture is an abstract figure.
Here 'figur' describes an artistic representation or shape.
Hennes evne til å skape komplekse og troverdige figurer gjorde henne til en anerkjent forfatter.
Her ability to create complex and believable characters made her a recognized author.
Arkitekten brukte geometriske figurer for å gi bygningen et moderne uttrykk.
The architect used geometric shapes to give the building a modern expression.
Skuespilleren klarte å fremstille en tragisk figur med stor dybde og nyanser.
The actor managed to portray a tragic figure with great depth and nuances.
Historikeren argumenterte for at dronningen var en sentral figur i datidens politiske landskap.
The historian argued that the queen was a central figure in the political landscape of the time.
På tross av sin beskjedne fremtoning, viste han seg å være en innflytelsesrik figur bak kulissene.
Despite his modest appearance, he proved to be an influential figure behind the scenes.
Barnet tegnet fantastiske figurer som fylte hele arket med farger.
The child drew fantastic figures that filled the entire sheet with colors.
Den abstrakte kunsten brukte ofte enkle figurer for å formidle komplekse ideer.
Abstract art often used simple forms to convey complex ideas.
En sentral figur i norsk litteratur, Hamsun, er fortsatt gjenstand for debatt.
A central figure in Norwegian literature, Hamsun, is still subject to debate.
सामान्य शब्द संयोजन
सामान्य वाक्यांश
Han er en viktig figur i selskapet.
He is an important figure in the company.
Tegn en sirkel, en enkel figur.
Draw a circle, a simple shape.
Hovedpersonen er en mystisk figur.
The main character is a mysterious figure.
Jeg kan ikke se noen figurer i tåken.
I can't see any figures in the fog.
Disse figurene representerer forskjellige ideer.
These figures represent different ideas.
Boken handler om en legendarisk figur.
The book is about a legendary figure.
Barnet lekte med små figurer.
The child played with small figures.
Hvilken figur passer best her?
Which shape fits best here?
Hun kledde seg i en fin figur.
She dressed in a nice shape (figure).
Disse gamle figurene er verdifulle.
These old figures are valuable.
व्याकरण पैटर्न
मुहावरे और अभिव्यक्तियाँ
"holde figuren"
to keep in shape, to watch one's figure
Hun spiser sunt og trener for å holde figuren. (She eats healthy and exercises to keep her figure.)
neutral"gjøre en god figur"
to make a good impression, to cut a good figure
Han gjorde en god figur på intervjuet. (He made a good impression at the interview.)
neutral"gjøre en dårlig figur"
to make a bad impression, to cut a bad figure
Hun gjorde en dårlig figur da hun glemte navnet hans. (She made a bad impression when she forgot his name.)
neutral"være en kjenning i miljøet"
to be a well-known figure in the community
Han er en kjenning i miljøet for sitt veldedighetsarbeid. (He is a well-known figure in the community for his charity work.)
neutral"figurere i noe"
to feature in something, to appear in something
Han figurerer i den nye filmen. (He features in the new film.)
neutral"en tragisk figur"
a tragic figure
Historien om kongen er en tragisk figur. (The story of the king is a tragic figure.)
neutral"en komisk figur"
a comical figure
Klovnen var en komisk figur. (The clown was a comical figure.)
neutral"til alle tider og steder"
a constant figure/presence (literally: at all times and places)
Kaffen er en konstant figur i mitt morgenritual. (Coffee is a constant presence in my morning ritual.)
neutral"legge siste hånd på verket"
to put the finishing touches on (literally: to lay the last hand on the work, can refer to refining a figure or design)
Jeg må legge siste hånd på verket før presentasjonen. (I need to put the finishing touches on the presentation.)
neutral"en hovedfigur"
a main figure, a central character
Hun er en hovedfigur i boken. (She is a main figure in the book.)
neutralवाक्य संरचनाएँ
En figur
Dette er en figur. (This is a figure.)
Hva slags figur er det?
Hva slags figur er det? (What kind of figure is it?)
Han er en viktig figur i filmen.
Han er en viktig figur i filmen. (He is an important character in the movie.)
Tegn en figur.
Kan du tegne en enkel figur? (Can you draw a simple shape?)
Figuren på bildet er uskarpt.
Figuren på bildet er uskarpt. (The figure in the picture is blurry.)
Det er en kjent figur fra norsk historie.
Det er en kjent figur fra norsk historie. (That is a well-known figure from Norwegian history.)
Hun er en viktig figur i lokalsamfunnet.
Hun er en viktig figur i lokalsamfunnet. (She is an important figure in the local community.)
Boken inneholder mange interessante figurer.
Boken inneholder mange interessante figurer. (The book contains many interesting characters.)
इसे कैसे इस्तेमाल करें
The Norwegian word figur can refer to a shape or form, similar to the English 'figure' in geometry or art. It can also refer to a character in a story or play. Think of it as encompassing both the physical representation and the persona.
A common mistake is confusing figur with 'figure' in the sense of a numerical value or a person. For a numerical value, you'd typically use tall. For a person, you'd use person or menneske.
शब्द की उत्पत्ति
Latin 'figura'
मूल अर्थ: shape, form, figure
Indo-Europeanसांस्कृतिक संदर्भ
In Norway, 'figur' is a common word. You'll hear it in art discussions about shapes and forms, in historical contexts when referring to important people, and even in everyday conversations about the build or 'figure' of a person. It's a versatile word with broad application.
अक्सर पूछे जाने वाले सवाल
10 सवालThe Norwegian word 'figur' can refer to a shape or form, like a geometric shape. It can also mean a character in a story, play, or film. For example, 'en sirkulær figur' means 'a circular shape', and 'Hovedfiguren i boken er en detektiv' means 'The main character in the book is a detective'.
Yes, 'figur' can sometimes refer to a person's physical appearance, especially in terms of their build or silhouette. For instance, 'hun har en fin figur' translates to 'she has a nice figure'.
In art, 'figur' is often used to describe a human or animal form depicted in a painting or sculpture. You might say 'maleriet viser en abstrakt figur' for 'the painting shows an abstract figure'.
Yes, 'figur' is a cognate of the English word 'figure'. They share similar meanings, which can help you remember its Norwegian uses.
Yes, 'figur' can be used in an abstract sense. 'En språklig figur' means 'a figure of speech' or 'a rhetorical figure'.
The plural of 'figur' is 'figurer'. For example, 'det er mange figurer i eventyret' means 'there are many characters in the fairy tale'.
While 'figur' and 'form' can both mean 'shape', 'figur' often implies a more distinct or recognizable shape, or a specific character. 'Form' is often more general. Think 'geometrisk figur' (geometric shape) vs. 'en ny form for kunst' (a new form of art).
Yes, 'figur' can also refer to a numerical figure or a statistic. For example, 'salgsfigurene er gode' means 'the sales figures are good'.
One common expression is 'stå som en ensom figur', meaning 'to stand out as a lonely figure' or 'to be a solitary figure'.
'Figur' is a versatile word with several common meanings. Understanding its different uses is important for B1 learners to comprehend various contexts, from storytelling to describing art and even statistics.
खुद को परखो 108 सवाल
Which word means 'shape' or 'figure'?
'Figur' is the Norwegian word for a shape or figure.
The sentence 'Hun tegnet en vakker figur' means: 'She drew a beautiful ____.'
In this context, 'figur' refers to a drawing or shape.
If something has a 'fin figur', what does it have?
'Fin figur' translates to 'nice shape'.
The word 'figur' can mean 'character' in a story.
'Figur' can also refer to a character in a story or play.
A 'figur' is always something you can touch.
While 'figur' can refer to a physical shape, it can also mean a character in a story, which isn't always tangible.
If you say 'Den har en merkelig figur', you are saying it has a strange color.
'En merkelig figur' means 'a strange shape', not 'a strange color'.
Write a short sentence describing a simple shape you see every day. Use the word 'figur'.
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Sample answer
Sirkelen er en fin figur. (The circle is a nice shape.)
You are describing a person in a story. Write a simple sentence using 'figur' to mean 'character'.
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Han er en viktig figur i boken. (He is an important character in the book.)
Describe a toy or a drawing you like, using the word 'figur' to refer to its form or shape.
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Sample answer
Leketøyet har en morsom figur. (The toy has a funny shape.)
Hva tegner jeg?
Read this passage:
Jeg tegner en figur. Den er rød. Det er en sirkel.
Hva tegner jeg?
The passage says 'Det er en sirkel' after mentioning 'figur'.
The passage says 'Det er en sirkel' after mentioning 'figur'.
Hvem møter vi i historien?
Read this passage:
I historien møter vi en ny figur. Han er snill.
Hvem møter vi i historien?
The sentence 'møter vi en ny figur' clearly states a new character is met.
The sentence 'møter vi en ny figur' clearly states a new character is met.
Hva er figuren laget av?
Read this passage:
Barnet leker med en figur. Den er av tre.
Hva er figuren laget av?
The passage states 'Den er av tre'.
The passage states 'Den er av tre'.
This means 'A nice figure.' in Norwegian. The adjective 'fin' comes before the noun 'figur'.
This translates to 'Which figure is that?' 'Hvilken' means 'which', and 'er det' means 'is that'.
This means 'I see a figure.' 'Jeg' is 'I', 'ser' is 'see', and 'en' is 'a'.
Se på denne geometriske ___. (Look at this geometric ___.)
The word 'figur' means shape or figure, which fits the context of 'geometric'.
Han er en viktig ___ i denne historien. (He is an important ___ in this story.)
In this context, 'figur' refers to a character in a story.
Skulpturen har en vakker ___. (The sculpture has a beautiful ___.)
A sculpture has a form or figure, so 'figur' is the correct word here.
Tegn en enkel ___ på papiret. (Draw a simple ___ on the paper.)
When you draw, you create a shape or figure. 'Figur' fits this meaning.
Hovedpersonen er en interessant ___. (The main character is an interesting ___.)
In literature, 'figur' is used to mean character, as in 'main character'.
Barnet leker med en liten ___. (The child is playing with a small ___.)
Children often play with small figures, like action figures or toy figures.
Describe a simple geometric shape using Norwegian words you know. For example, 'en sirkel' (a circle).
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Sample answer
Dette er en firkant. Den har fire sider.
Imagine you are describing a character in a children's book. Write two simple sentences in Norwegian about this character's 'figur' (form or appearance).
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Sample answer
Han er en morsom figur. Han har store øyne.
Write a short sentence in Norwegian describing a small 'figur' (figure/statuette) you might see in a shop.
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Sample answer
Jeg så en liten figur i butikken. Den var vakker.
Hva kan en 'figur' være i et maleri?
Read this passage:
På et maleri kan du se mange farger. Noen ganger er det også en figur i midten. Denne figuren kan være en person eller et dyr. Den forteller ofte en historie.
Hva kan en 'figur' være i et maleri?
Teksten sier at 'Denne figuren kan være en person eller et dyr.'
Teksten sier at 'Denne figuren kan være en person eller et dyr.'
Hva bygger Per med byggeklossene?
Read this passage:
Lille Per leker med byggeklosser. Han bygger en figur. Først lager han en firkant, så setter han en trekant på toppen. Det blir et lite hus.
Hva bygger Per med byggeklossene?
Teksten sier 'Han bygger en figur.'
Teksten sier 'Han bygger en figur.'
Hva slags 'figur' spilte skuespilleren?
Read this passage:
I teateret var det mange skuespillere. En av skuespillerne spilte en veldig morsom figur. Alle lo mye da han var på scenen. Han hadde en spesiell form for humor.
Hva slags 'figur' spilte skuespilleren?
Teksten sier 'En av skuespillerne spilte en veldig morsom figur.'
Teksten sier 'En av skuespillerne spilte en veldig morsom figur.'
This sentence means 'I see a small figure in the picture.'
This sentence asks 'Which figure do you like best?'
This means 'He draws many different figures.'
Listen for 'figur' in the context of a conversation about shapes or characters.
The word 'figur' here refers to a character.
Think about what kind of 'figur' you would draw in geometry.
Read this aloud:
Jeg liker denne figuren i boken.
Focus: figur
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Hva slags figur er det?
Focus: figur
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Kan du beskrive figuren på bildet?
Focus: beskrive figuren
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This sentence asks 'What shape have you drawn?'
This sentence means 'She has a slender figure.'
This sentence means 'He is an important character in the story.'
Arkitekten presenterte en skisse av den nye bygningens ___.
In this context, 'figur' refers to the overall shape or form of the building, which is what an architect's sketch would primarily show.
Han er en kjent ___ i lokalpolitikken, alltid til stede på møter.
Here, 'figur' means a prominent or well-known character/person within a specific context, like local politics.
Barna tegnet morsomme ___ med fargerike kritt på fortauet.
'Figurer' in this sentence refers to various shapes or drawings that children would make.
En viktig ___ i romanen er den mystiske gamle mannen.
In literature, 'figur' is often used to mean a character.
Matematikklæreren ba oss beregne arealet av den geometriske ___.
In geometry, 'figur' refers to a geometric shape or figure whose area can be calculated.
Skyggene på veggen dannet uhyggelige ___ i mørket.
'Figurer' is used here to describe the shapes or forms that shadows create.
Listen for 'figur' in the context of seeing something strange.
Listen for 'figur' referring to a well-known person in the community.
Listen for 'figur' describing a geometric shape.
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Beskriv en interessant figur du har sett nylig.
Focus: figur
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Hvilken figur fra et eventyr liker du best, og hvorfor?
Focus: figur, eventyr
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Kan du tegne en abstrakt figur og forklare hva den representerer?
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Describe a famous Norwegian landmark using the word 'figur' to talk about its shape or a characteristic element. Write 2-3 sentences.
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Holmenkollen hoppbakke er en imponerende figur i Oslos skyline, med sin moderne og buede form. Den har blitt et ikonisk symbol for Norge. (The Holmenkollen ski jump is an impressive figure in Oslo's skyline, with its modern and curved shape. It has become an iconic symbol for Norway.)
Imagine you are describing a character in a book or film. Use 'figur' to refer to the character. Write 2-3 sentences about this character's main traits.
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Hovedpersonen i romanen er en kompleks figur med mange indre konflikter. Hun er en ensom sjel, men viser også stor styrke i møte med motgang. (The protagonist in the novel is a complex figure with many inner conflicts. She is a lonely soul, but also shows great strength when facing adversity.)
Explain the difference between 'figur' and 'form' in Norwegian, providing an example for each. Write 2-3 sentences.
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'Form' refererer ofte til den generelle strukturen av noe, som en kake kan ha en rund form. 'Figur' kan referere til en mer spesifikk representasjon eller en karakter, som en sjakk-figur. (Form often refers to the general structure of something, like a cake can have a round form. Figur can refer to a more specific representation or a character, like a chess piece.)
Hva refererer 'figur' ofte til i kunsten, ifølge teksten?
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I kunsten brukes ordet 'figur' ofte for å beskrive en menneskelig eller dyrelignende form. Mange skulpturer forestiller historiske figurer, noe som gir oss et glimt inn i fortiden. Det er fascinerende å se hvordan kunstnere har tolket disse figurene gjennom tidene.
Hva refererer 'figur' ofte til i kunsten, ifølge teksten?
Teksten sier direkte at 'figur' i kunsten ofte brukes for å beskrive 'en menneskelig eller dyrelignende form'.
Teksten sier direkte at 'figur' i kunsten ofte brukes for å beskrive 'en menneskelig eller dyrelignende form'.
Hva kjennetegner en politisk figur ifølge teksten?
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En politisk figur er en person som er fremtredende i politikk og offentlighet. Slike figurer har ofte stor innflytelse på samfunnet og formingen av den offentlige debatten. Deres handlinger og uttalelser blir nøye fulgt av media og velgere.
Hva kjennetegner en politisk figur ifølge teksten?
Teksten definerer en politisk figur som 'en person som er fremtredende i politikk og offentlighet'.
Teksten definerer en politisk figur som 'en person som er fremtredende i politikk og offentlighet'.
Hva er et eksempel på en geometrisk figur nevnt i teksten?
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I matematikken kan en 'figur' referere til en geometrisk form, som en sirkel eller et kvadrat. Disse figurene har spesifikke egenskaper og kan brukes til å beregne areal og omkrets. Å forstå ulike geometriske figurer er grunnleggende for mange vitenskapelige felt.
Hva er et eksempel på en geometrisk figur nevnt i teksten?
Teksten nevner spesifikt 'en sirkel eller et kvadrat' som eksempler på geometriske figurer.
Teksten nevner spesifikt 'en sirkel eller et kvadrat' som eksempler på geometriske figurer.
The correct word order for this sentence is 'This is an interesting figure.'
The correct word order is 'The main character is a central figure in the novel.'
The correct word order is 'This geometric figure consists of eight edges.'
Arkitekten tegnet en kompleks ___ for den nye bygningen.
In this context, 'figur' refers to a shape or design, which fits perfectly when talking about an architect drawing something.
Han er en fremtredende ___ i norsk politikk.
Here, 'figur' is used to mean a prominent character or personality within a specific field, like politics.
Barna lekte med små tre-___ som representerte dyr.
When talking about small representations of animals, 'figurer' (plural of figur) is the correct term for small statues or models.
Den kunstneriske ___ i maleriet var vanskelig å tolke.
In art, 'figur' can refer to a shape, form, or even a human figure, making it suitable for describing an artistic element in a painting.
Hun prøvde å gjenkjenne den mystiske ___ i tåken.
'Figur' is used here to describe a person or object whose shape is barely discernible, fitting the context of something mysterious in the fog.
Romanen inneholder flere uforglemmelige ___ som driver handlingen fremover.
In literature, 'figurer' refers to characters, which are essential for driving a novel's plot.
Listen for the type of figure the artist discussed.
Listen for details about the main character in the painting.
Listen for the significance of his role.
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Beskriv en geometrisk figur du finner interessant.
Focus: geometrisk, figur, interessant
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Hvordan vil du beskrive hovedfiguren i din favorittbok?
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Forklar betydningen av å være en offentlig figur i dagens samfunn.
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Describe a person you know using their most prominent character traits. How do these traits shape their 'figur' (character/figure) in your eyes? Use at least three sentences.
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Min venninne har en veldig sterk og uavhengig personlighet. Hennes besluttsomhet og ærlighet er to fremtredende trekk som definerer hennes figur. Jeg ser henne som en inspirerende og pålitelig person.
Imagine you are an art critic. Analyze a sculpture or painting, focusing on its 'figur' (shape/form) and how it contributes to the overall message or emotion. Write a short paragraph.
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Denne abstrakte skulpturen presenterer en kompleks figur, sammensatt av flytende linjer og skarpe vinkler. Dens dynamiske form antyder bevegelse og spenning, noe som forsterker kunstnerens intensjon om å formidle kaos. Fraværet av en gjenkjennelig figur tvinger betrakteren til å tolke formen selv.
You are writing a short story. Introduce a new character, focusing on their physical 'figur' (figure) and how it hints at their personality or role in the story. Write two to three sentences.
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En høy og tynn figur med dype øyne trådte inn i rommet, en skygge av mystikk hvilende over henne. Hennes elegante, men reserverte holdning antydet en historie fylt med både verdighet og skjulte hemmeligheter. Denne fremmede figuren ville utvilsomt spille en sentral rolle i hendelsene som skulle komme.
Hva er viktig for en politisk figur ifølge teksten?
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En politisk figur er ofte gjenstand for offentlig granskning, der både handlinger og personlig fremtreden blir analysert. Det er viktig for en slik figur å opprettholde en konsekvent og troverdig image, da opinionen raskt kan endres basert på oppfattelsen av deres figur.
Hva er viktig for en politisk figur ifølge teksten?
Teksten sier direkte at det er viktig for en politisk figur å opprettholde en konsekvent og troverdig image ('image' er et synonym for 'figur' i denne konteksten).
Teksten sier direkte at det er viktig for en politisk figur å opprettholde en konsekvent og troverdig image ('image' er et synonym for 'figur' i denne konteksten).
Hva er hovedpoenget med avsnittet om 'figur' i matematikken?
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I matematikken kan en 'figur' referere til en geometrisk form, som en sirkel eller en trekant. Forståelsen av disse figurenes egenskaper er fundamental for mange avanserte beregninger og teoretiske modeller. En slik figur representerer ofte en forenklet modell av virkeligheten.
Hva er hovedpoenget med avsnittet om 'figur' i matematikken?
Avsnittet understreker at forståelsen av disse figurenes egenskaper er fundamental for mange avanserte beregninger og teoretiske modeller, noe som betyr at geometriske former er grunnleggende for avansert matematikk.
Avsnittet understreker at forståelsen av disse figurenes egenskaper er fundamental for mange avanserte beregninger og teoretiske modeller, noe som betyr at geometriske former er grunnleggende for avansert matematikk.
Hva gjør hovedfiguren i romanen engasjerende?
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Forfatterens roman skildrer en kompleks hovedfigur, hvis indre konflikter og moralske dilemmaer driver handlingen fremover. Leseren får gradvis innsikt i denne figurens motivasjoner og utvikling, noe som gjør historien dypt engasjerende. Mange anser denne figuren som en av litteraturens mest minneverdige.
Hva gjør hovedfiguren i romanen engasjerende?
Teksten sier at leseren får gradvis innsikt i denne figurens motivasjoner og utvikling, noe som gjør historien dypt engasjerende.
Teksten sier at leseren får gradvis innsikt i denne figurens motivasjoner og utvikling, noe som gjør historien dypt engasjerende.
This sentence means 'A square is a geometric figure.' The word order in Norwegian typically follows subject-verb-object, with adjectives preceding the nouns they modify.
This translates to 'His facial expression was a difficult figure to describe.' In Norwegian, 'vanskelig å beskrive' means 'difficult to describe,' and it generally follows the noun it modifies.
The sentence means 'The dancer made an elegant figure on stage.' In Norwegian, the verb 'gjorde' (made/did) typically comes after the subject, followed by the object and then the prepositional phrase.
Arkitekten presenterte en ny ___ for bygget, som var både funksjonell og estetisk tiltalende. (The architect presented a new ___ for the building, which was both functional and aesthetically pleasing.)
In this context, 'figur' refers to the overall shape or form of the building design.
Han tegnet en abstrakt ___ med mange uvanlige vinkler og kurver. (He drew an abstract ___ with many unusual angles and curves.)
'Figur' here means a shape or a drawing of a form.
Den historiske ___ i romanen var så levende beskrevet at leserne følte de kjente henne personlig. (The historical ___ in the novel was so vividly described that readers felt they knew her personally.)
Here, 'figur' refers to a character in a story or a prominent person.
Som en fremtredende ___ i norsk politikk, har hun alltid vært i medienes søkelys. (As a prominent ___ in Norwegian politics, she has always been in the media's spotlight.)
In this sentence, 'figur' denotes a notable or influential person.
Barneleken inneholdt mange fargerike byggeklosser som kunne settes sammen til ulike ___. (The children's toy contained many colorful building blocks that could be assembled into different ___.)
'Figurer' in this context means shapes or forms created by the building blocks.
Kunstneren brukte geometriske ___ for å skape en følelse av orden og balanse i maleriet sitt. (The artist used geometric ___ to create a sense of order and balance in his painting.)
Here, 'figurer' refers to geometric shapes like squares, circles, etc.
Describe a historical figure from Norway, focusing on their impact and legacy. Use 'figur' at least once.
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Roald Amundsen er en ikonisk figur i norsk historie, kjent for sine polferder. Hans dristighet og planleggingsevne gjorde ham til en sentral figur i utforskningen av Antarktis. Amundsens arv lever videre som et symbol på norsk eventyrlyst og vitenskapelig nysgjerrighet, og han forblir en inspirerende figur for mange. Hans strategiske tilnærming til ekspedisjonene formet hans offentlige figur og sikret hans plass i historiebøkene.
Discuss how the concept of 'figur' (as in 'figure' or 'shape') is used metaphorically in a Norwegian idiom or common saying. If you can't think of one, create a metaphorical use of 'figur' and explain it.
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Selv om det ikke er et direkte idiom, kan man si at noen 'kutter en god figur' når de presenterer seg godt eller gjør en god jobb i en ny rolle. Dette er en metaforisk bruk av 'figur' som refererer til den helhetlige fremtoningen eller inntrykket en person gir, ikke deres fysiske form. Å 'kutte en god figur' innebærer å oppfylle forventningene og fremstå som kompetent og selvsikker, som om man har en veldefinert og positiv form i en gitt sammenheng.
Analyze the role of a 'figur' (character) in a contemporary Norwegian novel or film you are familiar with, detailing their development and significance to the plot.
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I Jo Nesbøs 'Snømannen' er Harry Hole en kompleks og dypt feilbarlig figur som driver handlingen fremover. Hans indre demoner og utradisjonelle etterforskningsmetoder gjør ham til en fascinerende, men også problematisk figur. Utviklingen hans gjennom boken, fra desillusjonert alkoholiker til en som desperat søker rettferdighet, er sentral for plottet. Uten Harrys unike figur hadde romanen mistet mye av sin spenning og dybde, da hans personlige kamp speiler den mørke kriminalsaken han etterforsker.
Hva kan kunstnerens fremstilling av menneskefiguren avsløre?
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I kunsten har menneskefiguren vært et sentralt motiv gjennom århundrer, fra antikkens skulpturer til moderne malerier. Hvordan kunstnere velger å fremstille den menneskelige figur kan fortelle mye om både den kulturelle konteksten og individuelle kunstneriske visjoner. Ofte er det ikke bare den ytre formen som fanges, men også en dypere psykologisk dimensjon.
Hva kan kunstnerens fremstilling av menneskefiguren avsløre?
Teksten sier eksplisitt at fremstillingen kan fortelle mye om 'både den kulturelle konteksten og individuelle kunstneriske visjoner'.
Teksten sier eksplisitt at fremstillingen kan fortelle mye om 'både den kulturelle konteksten og individuelle kunstneriske visjoner'.
Hvilken type 'figur' refereres det til i teksten?
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Økonomiske 'nøkkel-figurer' er ofte sentrale i analyser av markedsutvikling. Disse figurene, som kan være toppsjefer i store selskaper eller innflytelsesrike investorer, har en betydelig evne til å påvirke trender og beslutninger. Deres utsagn og handlinger blir nøye overvåket, da de fungerer som indikatorer for fremtidige økonomiske bevegelser. En slik figur kan personifisere en hel sektors tillit eller usikkerhet.
Hvilken type 'figur' refereres det til i teksten?
Teksten snakker om 'toppsjefer i store selskaper eller innflytelsesrike investorer' som 'nøkkel-figurer' i økonomiske analyser, noe som indikerer viktige personer.
Teksten snakker om 'toppsjefer i store selskaper eller innflytelsesrike investorer' som 'nøkkel-figurer' i økonomiske analyser, noe som indikerer viktige personer.
Hva er hovedbudskapet om den lille figuren?
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Det var en gang en liten, anonym figur som bodde i skyggene av den store byen. Ingen la merke til ham, og han gjorde lite for å endre på det. Men en dag, da en stor krise rammet, trådte denne beskjedne figuren frem og viste et uventet mot. Hans handlinger, selv om de var små i omfang, inspirerte mange og han ble en symbolsk figur for håp i en mørk tid. Hans sanne betydning ble bare tydelig da situasjonen krevde det mest.
Hva er hovedbudskapet om den lille figuren?
Teksten sier at hans 'sanne betydning ble bare tydelig da situasjonen krevde det mest' og at han 'trådte frem og viste et uventet mot' under en krise.
Teksten sier at hans 'sanne betydning ble bare tydelig da situasjonen krevde det mest' og at han 'trådte frem og viste et uventet mot' under en krise.
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संबंधित सामग्री
art के और शब्द
krim
B1Crime fiction or genre
film
A1movie
stygg
A2ugly
kunst
A2creative work
kreativ
B1Relating to the use of imagination
utgi
B1To publish a book or music
opplag
B1The number of copies of a publication
litteratur
B2Literature
farge
A1The visual effect of light reflection.
publikum
B2Audience or public
