A2 Expression 중립

Det er en dejlig aften

It is a lovely evening

Enjoying the evening time.

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문화적 배경

The phrase is a verbal cue for 'hygge'. By acknowledging the evening is 'dejlig', you are socially confirming that the group is experiencing a state of cozy contentment. During the 'Bright Nights' (lyse nætter) in June and July, the evening lasts until 11 PM or later. This phrase is used constantly during these months. It is considered polite to say this to a host. It signals that you are enjoying the atmosphere they have created. Many classic Danish songs start with descriptions of a 'dejlig aften', cementing it as a romantic and nostalgic ideal in the national psyche.

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The 'Ikke' Add-on

Add 'ikke?' to the end to make it a question and invite agreement. 'Det er en dejlig aften, ikke?'

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Compliment the Host

Always say this at least once when invited to a Danish home in the evening.

Enjoying the evening time.

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The 'Ikke' Add-on

Add 'ikke?' to the end to make it a question and invite agreement. 'Det er en dejlig aften, ikke?'

💬

Compliment the Host

Always say this at least once when invited to a Danish home in the evening.

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Watch the Gender

Remember it's 'en aften', never 'et aften'.

셀프 테스트

Fill in the missing word to complete the phrase.

Det er ___ dejlig aften.

✓ 정답! ✗ 아쉬워요. 정답: en

'Aften' is a common gender noun, so it takes the article 'en'.

Which adjective form is correct in this sentence?

Det er en _____ aften.

✓ 정답! ✗ 아쉬워요. 정답: dejlig

The adjective does not take an ending for a singular common gender noun in the indefinite.

Match the phrase to the best situation.

When would you say 'Det er en dejlig aften'?

✓ 정답! ✗ 아쉬워요. 정답: At 7:00 PM while walking on the beach

The phrase is used for evening appreciation.

Complete the dialogue.

A: Sikke en flot solnedgang! B: Ja, ________.

✓ 정답! ✗ 아쉬워요. 정답: det er en dejlig aften

This is the most natural response to a beautiful sunset.

🎉 점수: /4

시각 학습 자료

When to say it

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Social

  • Parties
  • Dates
  • Dinner
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Nature

  • Sunsets
  • Walks
  • Garden

연습 문제 은행

4 연습 문제
Fill in the missing word to complete the phrase. Fill Blank A1

Det er ___ dejlig aften.

✓ 정답! ✗ 아쉬워요. 정답: en

'Aften' is a common gender noun, so it takes the article 'en'.

Which adjective form is correct in this sentence? Choose A2

Det er en _____ aften.

✓ 정답! ✗ 아쉬워요. 정답: dejlig

The adjective does not take an ending for a singular common gender noun in the indefinite.

Match the phrase to the best situation. situation_matching A2

When would you say 'Det er en dejlig aften'?

✓ 정답! ✗ 아쉬워요. 정답: At 7:00 PM while walking on the beach

The phrase is used for evening appreciation.

Complete the dialogue. dialogue_completion A2

A: Sikke en flot solnedgang! B: Ja, ________.

✓ 정답! ✗ 아쉬워요. 정답: det er en dejlig aften

This is the most natural response to a beautiful sunset.

🎉 점수: /4

자주 묻는 질문

10 질문

Technically yes, but only if you are literally looking at the stars at 2 AM. Otherwise, stick to 'aften'.

'Skøn' is more intense, like 'wonderful' or 'gorgeous'. 'Dejlig' is more common and cozy.

It is neutral. You can say it to your boss or your best friend.

In Danish, 'g' after 'i' at the end of a word is almost always silent.

You can say 'Du er dejlig' (You are lovely), but not 'Du er en dejlig aften'.

The most common response is 'Ja, det er det i sandhed' or just 'Ja, det er det'.

No, but it can be used to describe food that tastes 'lovely'.

Usually around 5:00 PM or 6:00 PM.

Yes, it's a nice way to wish someone a good evening.

Yes, it's a very common lyric in Danish pop and folk music.

관련 표현

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God aften

similar

Good evening

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Sikke en aften

builds on

What an evening

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En skøn aften

synonym

A wonderful evening

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Godnat

contrast

Goodnight

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Dejlig dag

similar

Lovely day

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