When we talk about “makt” in Norwegian, we are talking about power. This could be political power, like a government holding makt, or it could be personal power, like someone having makt over a situation. It’s a versatile word, similar to the English “power” in its broad applications. Remember, it's a noun, so you'll use it in sentences where you'd typically use a noun.
When discussing 'makt,' it's crucial to understand its nuances beyond simple 'power.' It can refer to political, social, or personal power. For example, a government holds makt, but so does an influential individual or a powerful organization. It also relates to the ability to control or influence situations and people. Understanding the context in which 'makt' is used will help you grasp its specific meaning.
§ What 'Makt' Means and How to Use It
The Norwegian word makt is a noun and it means 'power' in English. This is a very common and useful word, and you'll hear it in many different contexts. It's often used when talking about control, influence, or authority. Think about who has the makt to make decisions, or the makt of a strong economy.
- DEFINITION
- Makt (noun): Power, authority, influence, control, might.
You'll find makt used in situations ranging from political discussions to personal relationships. It can refer to physical strength, political authority, or even the power of nature. It's a versatile word, so understanding its nuances is key to sounding more natural in Norwegian.
Let's look at some common ways makt is used:
- Political Power: When discussing government, leaders, or countries, makt is essential.
- Economic Power: Talking about the strength of a company or a nation's economy.
- Physical Power/Strength: Less common for human physical strength (where 'styrke' is more typical), but can be used for things like the power of an engine or a storm.
- Influence/Control: Someone having control over a situation or other people.
- Magical/Supernatural Power: In stories or fantasy, it refers to magical abilities.
Here are some examples to help you see makt in action:
Regjeringen har mye makt.
(The government has a lot of power.)
Han misbrukte sin makt.
(He misused his power.)
Vannets makt er utrolig.
(The power of the water is incredible.)
De kjemper om den politiske makten.
(They are fighting for political power.)
Understanding makt also means knowing when not to use it. For instance, if you mean 'electrical power' (like in a house), you would typically use 'strøm'. If you're talking about the power of a specific tool or machine in terms of its output, 'effekt' might be more appropriate. However, for a general sense of 'power' as influence or authority, makt is almost always the right choice.
Think about scenarios where you'd use 'power' in English. Many of those will directly translate to makt in Norwegian. It's a core concept in many discussions, from history and politics to everyday observations about who holds sway in a group.
Hello there! Today, we're going to break down the Norwegian word makt. This is a very common and useful word, and understanding how to use it will definitely boost your Norwegian.
- Norwegian Word
- makt (noun)
- CEFR Level
- B1
- Definition
- Power
§ How to Use 'Makt' in Sentences
The word makt is a feminine noun in Norwegian. This means it takes the definite article makten (the power). It generally refers to power in a broad sense: political power, physical power, influence, or authority.
Let's look at some common ways you'll see makt being used:
- Political or Governmental Power: This is one of the most frequent uses.
Regjeringen har stor makt over økonomien. (The government has great power over the economy.)
Han misbrukte sin makt. (He abused his power.)
- Physical Strength or Force: While 'styrke' is more common for physical strength, 'makt' can sometimes imply it, especially in older texts or certain fixed expressions.
Med all sin makt prøvde han å åpne døren. (With all his might/power, he tried to open the door.)
- Influence or Authority: This is about having the ability to control or affect others.
Kirken hadde stor makt i middelalderen. (The church had great power/influence in the Middle Ages.)
- Capability or Ability (less common, but good to know): In some contexts, it can mean the capacity to do something.
Han har ingen makt til å forandre situasjonen. (He has no power/ability to change the situation.)
§ Common Phrases and Prepositions with 'Makt'
You'll often find makt used with specific prepositions. Pay attention to these, as they change the meaning subtly.
- Ha makt over noe/noen: To have power over something/someone.
Læreren har makt over elevene. (The teacher has power over the students.)
- Komme til makt: To come to power.
Partiet kom til makt etter valget. (The party came to power after the election.)
- Ved makt: In power.
Hvem er ved makt nå? (Who is in power now?)
- Ta makten: To seize power.
De forsøkte å ta makten med et kupp. (They attempted to seize power with a coup.)
§ Related Words and Concepts
Knowing words that are similar or related will help you understand the nuances of makt:
- Styrke: Physical strength. While 'makt' can sometimes imply strength, 'styrke' is generally used for literal physical power.
- Myndighet: Authority, typically official or legal authority.
- Innflytelse: Influence. Often used interchangeably with 'makt' when talking about social or political sway, but 'makt' usually implies a more direct ability to compel action.
That's it for makt! Practice these sentences, and you'll be using it like a pro in no time. Lykke til! (Good luck!)
§ Understanding 'Makt' vs. 'Kraft'
Many English speakers learning Norwegian confuse 'makt' with 'kraft.' While both can sometimes translate to 'power' in English, they have distinct meanings in Norwegian. 'Makt' generally refers to authority, influence, or political/social power. 'Kraft,' on the other hand, usually means physical strength, energy, or force. Thinking of 'makt' as 'power to control' and 'kraft' as 'power to do' can help.
Han har mye makt i regjeringen. (He has a lot of power/influence in the government.)
Han har stor kraft i armene. (He has great strength in his arms.)
§ Incorrectly Using 'Makt' for Electrical Power
Another common mistake is using 'makt' when talking about electrical power. In Norwegian, 'strøm' (current, electricity) or 'elektrisk kraft' (electric force) are the correct terms. You would never say 'elektrisk makt' for electrical power.
Det er ingen strøm i huset. (There is no electricity in the house.)
Vannkraft er en kilde til elektrisk kraft. (Hydropower is a source of electric power.)
§ Overusing 'Makt' as a Verb
While 'makt' is a noun, learners sometimes try to use it as a verb, often influenced by English phrases like 'to power something.' In Norwegian, you'll use different verbs depending on the context. For example, 'å drive' (to drive/operate), 'å styre' (to control/govern), or 'å gi strøm' (to supply power).
- Incorrect
- Datamaskinen maktet systemet. (The computer 'powered' the system.)
- Correct
- Datamaskinen driver systemet. (The computer drives/operates the system.)
Kongen styrer landet. (The king governs/rules the country.)
§ Not Recognizing 'Makt' in Compound Nouns
'Makt' is frequently used in compound nouns in Norwegian, and not recognizing it can lead to misunderstanding the full meaning. Pay attention to words like 'maktkamp' (power struggle), 'stormakt' (great power/nation), 'maktfordeling' (separation of powers), and 'statsmakt' (state power/authority).
- Maktkamp
- Power struggle
Det var en intens maktkamp mellom partiene. (There was an intense power struggle between the parties.)
- Stormakt
- Great power (e.g., a powerful nation)
USA er en anerkjent stormakt. (The USA is a recognized great power.)
§ Not Using Plural Form 'Maktene' for 'Powers' (as in entities)
When referring to multiple 'powers' as in entities or authorities, the plural form 'maktene' (the powers) is often used. For example, 'de allierte maktene' (the Allied powers). Simply using 'makt' in a plural context can sound incorrect or incomplete.
- Incorrect
- De diskuterte mellom makt. (They discussed between power.)
- Correct
- De diskuterte mellom maktene. (They discussed between the powers/entities.)
De europeiske maktene samarbeidet. (The European powers cooperated.)
수준별 예문
Han har mye makt.
He has a lot of power.
Hvem har makt her?
Who has power here?
Makt kan være farlig.
Power can be dangerous.
De kjemper om makt.
They fight for power.
Hun har stor makt i selskapet.
She has great power in the company.
Uten makt er det vanskelig.
Without power, it is difficult.
Makt kan endre folk.
Power can change people.
De misbruker sin makt.
They abuse their power.
Han har stor makt i selskapet.
He has great power in the company.
Makt kan korrumpere mennesker.
Power can corrupt people.
De kjempet om politisk makt.
They fought for political power.
Hun brukte sin makt til å hjelpe andre.
She used her power to help others.
En konge har mye makt.
A king has a lot of power.
Maktbalansen er viktig.
The balance of power is important.
Økonomisk makt er viktig i verden.
Economic power is important in the world.
Han mistet all sin makt.
He lost all his power.
Han misbrukte sin makt for personlig vinning.
He abused his power for personal gain.
Kvinner har fått mer makt i politikken de siste årene.
Women have gained more power in politics in recent years.
Selskapet har for mye makt i markedet.
The company has too much power in the market.
Uten makt kan du ikke utgjøre en forskjell.
Without power, you cannot make a difference.
Folket hadde ikke makt til å endre regjeringen.
The people did not have the power to change the government.
Det er viktig å balansere makt for å unngå tyranni.
It is important to balance power to avoid tyranny.
De kjempet for å beholde sin makt over regionen.
They fought to retain their power over the region.
Ny teknologi gir oss mer makt til å løse problemer.
New technology gives us more power to solve problems.
자주 혼동되는 단어
Use 'strøm' or 'elektrisitet' for electrical power.
Use 'kraft' for physical strength or force.
Use 'potens' for mathematical exponents (e.g., 'to i tredje potens' - two to the third power).
문법 패턴
관용어 및 표현
"å komme til makten"
to come to power
Partiet kom til makten etter valget. (The party came to power after the election.)
neutral"å være ved makten"
to be in power
Regjeringen har vært ved makten i fire år. (The government has been in power for four years.)
neutral"å miste makten"
to lose power
Kongen mistet makten etter revolusjonen. (The king lost power after the revolution.)
neutral"makt og ære"
power and glory
Han søkte makt og ære. (He sought power and glory.)
formal"å ha makt over noen/noe"
to have power over someone/something
Læreren hadde stor makt over elevene. (The teacher had great power over the students.)
neutral"maktmisbruk"
abuse of power
Det var anklager om maktmisbruk. (There were accusations of abuse of power.)
neutral"maktfordeling"
separation of powers
Maktfordeling er viktig i et demokrati. (Separation of powers is important in a democracy.)
formal"den utøvende makt"
the executive power
Regjeringen representerer den utøvende makt. (The government represents the executive power.)
formal"den lovgivende makt"
the legislative power
Stortinget er den lovgivende makt i Norge. (The Parliament is the legislative power in Norway.)
formal"den dømmende makt"
the judicial power
Domstolene utgjør den dømmende makt. (The courts constitute the judicial power.)
formal혼동하기 쉬운
Many English speakers confuse 'makt' with 'power' in all its senses. However, 'makt' specifically refers to authority, control, or the ability to influence, rather than electrical power or mathematical power.
'Makt' is about influence and control. It's not used for electricity or exponents.
Hun har stor makt i selskapet. (She has great power/influence in the company.)
'Strøm' can mean 'current' (like electric current or a stream) and also 'power' in the sense of electricity. This can be confusing when trying to differentiate it from 'makt'.
'Strøm' is for electricity or fluid movement. 'Makt' is for social or political power.
Det er ingen strøm i huset. (There is no power/electricity in the house.)
'Kraft' can mean 'strength,' 'force,' or 'power' in a more general physical sense. It often overlaps with 'makt' in contexts where physical or general capability is implied, but it's important to recognize the nuances.
'Kraft' is about strength and force, often physical. 'Makt' is about authority and control.
Han har stor fysisk kraft. (He has great physical strength/power.)
'Myndighet' means 'authority,' which is very close to one of the meanings of 'makt.' The confusion arises in determining when to use which term, as 'myndighet' often implies official or legal authority.
'Myndighet' is often official or legal authority. 'Makt' is broader, covering influence and control.
Politiet har myndighet til å arrestere. (The police have the authority to arrest.)
'Evne' means 'ability' or 'capacity.' While having power ('makt') often implies having an 'evne,' the words are not interchangeable. 'Evne' focuses on the skill or capability to do something.
'Evne' is about capability or skill. 'Makt' is about control and influence.
Han har evne til å lære raskt. (He has the ability to learn quickly.)
문장 패턴
Jeg har makt.
Jeg har makt. (I have power.)
Han har mye makt.
Han har mye makt. (He has a lot of power.)
De kjemper om makt.
De kjemper om makt. (They are fighting for power.)
Hun misbruker sin makt.
Hun misbruker sin makt. (She abuses her power.)
Makt korrumperer.
Makt korrumperer. (Power corrupts.)
Folket har makt til å velge.
Folket har makt til å velge. (The people have the power to choose.)
Det er en maktfaktor i politikken.
Det er en maktfaktor i politikken. (It is a power factor in politics.)
Han har stor makt over sine ansatte.
Han har stor makt over sine ansatte. (He has great power over his employees.)
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Understanding 'makt' (Power) in Norwegian
The Norwegian word makt generally translates to 'power' in English. It can refer to various types of power, such as political power, physical strength, or the ability to influence. It's a versatile word, so context is key to understanding its precise meaning.
Common contexts for 'makt':
- Political/Societal Power: When talking about governments, organizations, or individuals holding authority.
- Physical Strength/Ability: Though less common than styrke for pure physical strength, makt can imply power in a forceful or impactful way.
- Influence/Control: The capacity to make things happen or to control situations.
Examples:
- Regjeringen har mye makt. (The government has a lot of power.)
- Han brukte sin makt til å forandre systemet. (He used his power to change the system.)
- Ord kan ha stor makt. (Words can have great power.)
- Økonomisk makt er viktig i global politikk. (Economic power is important in global politics.)
Remember that like 'power' in English, makt can have both positive and negative connotations depending on how it's used.
Common Mistakes with 'makt'
Here are some common pitfalls English speakers encounter when using makt:
1. Confusing 'makt' with 'styrke' (strength):
While makt can sometimes imply strength, styrke is almost always used for physical strength or resilience. Makt is more about authority, influence, or the ability to exert control.
- Correct: Han har stor styrke i armene. (He has great strength in his arms.)
- Incorrect (in most physical contexts): Han har stor makt i armene. (This sounds more like he has magical or influential power in his arms.)
2. Using 'makt' for 'electricity' or 'electrical power':
In English, 'power' can refer to electricity. In Norwegian, you would use strøm or elektrisitet.
- Correct: Strømmen gikk. (The power went out.)
- Incorrect: Makten gikk. (The power/authority went out - this doesn't make sense for electricity.)
3. Overusing 'makt' when a more specific term is better:
Sometimes, a more precise word fits better than the general makt, especially when talking about personal abilities or capabilities.
- Instead of: Han har makt til å løpe fort. (He has the power to run fast.)
- Better: Han har evnen til å løpe fort. (He has the ability to run fast.)
Always consider the specific nuance you want to convey. If it's about authority or influence, makt is likely correct. If it's about physical capability or electricity, choose other words.
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Basic Meaning of 'Makt'
The most common meaning of makt is 'power,' similar to English. Think of it as the ability to influence or control.
Political Power
You'll often encounter makt in political contexts. For example, 'politisk makt' means 'political power.' It refers to the authority held by governments or leaders.
Economic Power
Similarly, 'økonomisk makt' translates to 'economic power.' This describes the influence a country or company has due to its wealth or resources.
Personal Power or Strength
While less common, makt can also refer to personal strength or ability, though 'styrke' is more frequent. Think of it as 'inner power' or might.
Expression: 'Å ha makt'
The phrase 'å ha makt' means 'to have power.' This is a direct translation and very useful for expressing who holds the authority.
Expression: 'Å misbruke makt'
'Å misbruke makt' means 'to abuse power.' This highlights the negative side of having control and is important for understanding social commentary.
Singular Noun
Makt is typically used as a singular noun. You don't usually say 'makter' to mean multiple powers in the same way you might say 'powers' in English.
Related Word: 'Mektig'
The adjective form is 'mektig,' meaning 'powerful' or 'mighty.' For example, 'en mektig leder' means 'a powerful leader.' This is a useful related word.
No Direct Plural in this Sense
Unlike English 'powers,' which can mean different types of power, makt usually remains singular even when referring to generalized power. If you need to specify different *types* of power, you'd use qualifying adjectives rather than pluralizing makt directly.
암기하기
기억법
Imagine a superhero with incredible 'makt' (power) who can control 'makt-nets' (magnets).
시각적 연상
Picture a king sitting on a throne, a scepter in hand, radiating immense 'makt'. You can almost see the word 'makt' glowing around him.
Word Web
챌린지
Use 'makt' in three different sentences. 1. Kongen hadde stor makt over folket. (The king had great power over the people.) 2. Hun brukte sin makt til å hjelpe andre. (She used her power to help others.) 3. De kjempet om makten i landet. (They fought for power in the country.)
실생활에서 연습하기
실제 사용 상황
Politics/Government
- å ha makt (to have power)
- makt over folket (power over the people)
- maktfordelingsprinsippet (the principle of separation of powers)
Influence/Control
- å miste makt (to lose power)
- å utøve makt (to exercise power)
- han har mye makt (he has a lot of power)
Physical/Strength
- fysisk makt (physical power)
- med all sin makt (with all his/her might)
- en kraftfull makt (a powerful force)
Social Dynamics
- maktforhold (power dynamic)
- maktmisbruk (abuse of power)
- å kjempe om makten (to fight for power)
Abstract/General
- makt og avmakt (power and powerlessness)
- den fjerde statsmakt (the fourth estate - often referring to the media)
- å ha makt til å endre (to have the power to change)
대화 시작하기
"Hvem har mest makt i Norge i dag? (Who has the most power in Norway today?)"
"Tror du at sosiale medier har mye makt? (Do you think social media has a lot of power?)"
"Hvilken type makt er viktigst for deg? (Which type of power is most important to you?)"
"Hvordan kan man bruke makt på en god måte? (How can one use power in a good way?)"
"Har vanlige folk nok makt til å påvirke politikk? (Do ordinary people have enough power to influence politics?)"
일기 주제
Beskriv en situasjon der du har følt deg maktesløs, og en der du har følt deg mektig. (Describe a situation where you felt powerless, and one where you felt powerful.)
Hva betyr makt for deg personlig? (What does power mean to you personally?)
Tenk på en person du beundrer. Har denne personen makt, og hvordan bruker de den? (Think of a person you admire. Does this person have power, and how do they use it?)
Hvordan kan makt endre en person? Gi eksempler. (How can power change a person? Give examples.)
Skriv om et samfunn der makt var fordelt helt likt. Hvordan ville det se ut? (Write about a society where power was distributed completely equally. What would it look like?)
자주 묻는 질문
10 질문'Makt' refers to power in a political, social, or abstract sense, like the power to influence or control. Think of it as 'authority' or 'dominance.' For example, 'regjeringens makt' (the government's power). 'Kraft' usually refers to physical strength, energy, or force. For instance, 'muskelkraft' (muscle strength) or 'vindkraft' (wind power). While there's some overlap, 'makt' is more about influence and control, and 'kraft' is more about physical or energetic force.
Yes, 'makt' can absolutely be used for superpowers! You'd say 'supermakt' (superpower). For example, 'Han hadde utrolige supermakter' (He had incredible superpowers).
The phrase for 'balance of power' in Norwegian is 'maktbalanse'. For example, 'Det er viktig med en god maktbalanse' (A good balance of power is important).
Some common adjectives are:
- stor makt (great power)
- liten makt (little power)
- absolutt makt (absolute power)
- politisk makt (political power)
- økonomisk makt (economic power)
To express 'to seize power,' you would use the verb 'å gripe makten.' For example, 'De grep makten etter et kupp' (They seized power after a coup).
Not necessarily. While 'makt' can be associated with abuse or corruption, it's a neutral word that simply means 'power.' It can be used in positive contexts, like 'makt til å gjøre en forskjell' (power to make a difference) or 'innovativ makt' (innovative power).
The plural of 'makt' is 'makter.' For example, 'De store maktene' (The great powers).
No, 'makt' does not refer to an electrical power outlet. For an electrical outlet, you would use 'stikkontakt' or 'strømuttak.' 'Makt' is about influence, control, or ability.
'Makt' refers to the ability to influence or control, whether through force, position, or other means. 'Autoritet' (authority) is more about legitimate or recognized power, often derived from knowledge, position, or respect. Someone can have makt without autoritet (e.g., a bully), and someone can have autoritet without direct makt (e.g., a respected scholar).
Yes, there are a few common phrases:
- å ha makt over noe/noen (to have power over something/someone)
- maktens korridorer (the corridors of power)
- maktmisbruk (abuse of power)
- å være i maktposisjon (to be in a position of power)
셀프 테스트 108 질문
He has a lot of power in the company.
The people demand more power.
With great power comes great responsibility.
Read this aloud:
Makt korrumperer.
Focus: makt, korrumperer
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Har du makt til å endre dette?
Focus: makt, endre
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Hun ønsker mer makt i politikken.
Focus: makt, politikken
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Write a short sentence using 'makt' to say someone has power.
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Han har makt. (He has power.)
Use 'makt' in a sentence about a leader.
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Lederen har stor makt. (The leader has great power.)
Form a sentence using 'makt' to describe a country's power.
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Landet har mye makt. (The country has a lot of power.)
Hvem har makt?
Read this passage:
Katten sover på sofaen. Den har ikke makt. Mennesket har makt over katten.
Hvem har makt?
The passage states that 'Mennesket har makt over katten' (The human has power over the cat).
The passage states that 'Mennesket har makt over katten' (The human has power over the cat).
Hva har føreren makt over?
Read this passage:
Bilen kjører fort. Føreren har makt over bilen. Han bestemmer hvor den skal kjøre.
Hva har føreren makt over?
The passage says 'Føreren har makt over bilen' (The driver has power over the car).
The passage says 'Føreren har makt over bilen' (The driver has power over the car).
Hvor har læreren makt?
Read this passage:
Læreren snakker. Elevene lytter. Læreren har makt i klasserommet.
Hvor har læreren makt?
The passage states 'Læreren har makt i klasserommet' (The teacher has power in the classroom).
The passage states 'Læreren har makt i klasserommet' (The teacher has power in the classroom).
Han har mye ___ i selskapet. (He has a lot of ___ in the company.)
The sentence indicates a position of influence within a company, which aligns with the meaning of 'makt' (power).
Kongen har stor ___. (The king has great ___.)
Kings typically possess significant power, making 'makt' the appropriate word to complete the sentence.
De kjemper om ___. (They are fighting for ___.)
People often fight or compete for power or control, so 'makt' fits the context.
Hvem har ___ her? (Who has ___ here?)
This question is asking about who is in charge or has authority, which is 'makt'.
Hun misbruker sin ___. (She misuses her ___.)
The verb 'misbruker' (misuses) strongly suggests that what is being misused is 'makt' (power).
Partiet mistet sin ___. (The party lost its ___.)
Political parties typically lose their 'makt' (power) or influence, especially after an election or scandal.
Listen for the question about having the power to decide.
Listen for the statement about power being important.
Listen for the sentence about having a lot of power in the city.
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Hvem har makt her?
Focus: makt
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Hun har mye makt.
Focus: makt
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Makt er en stor ting.
Focus: makt
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This sentence means 'He has power.' The word order in Norwegian for simple statements is subject-verb-object.
This means 'Much power can be dangerous.' 'Mye' (much/a lot of) precedes the noun 'makt' (power).
This translates to 'She does not want power.' 'Ikke' (not) typically comes after the verb in Norwegian.
Regjeringen har mye ___ til å påvirke samfunnet. (The government has a lot of ___ to influence society.)
In this context, 'makt' refers to the authority or influence held by the government.
Han misbrukte sin ___ til å få det han ville. (He abused his ___ to get what he wanted.)
'Makt' here means power or authority that can be misused.
Folket kjempet for å ta tilbake ___ fra kongen. (The people fought to take back ___ from the king.)
Here, 'makten' (the power) refers to the authority or control held by the king.
Det er viktig å fordele ___ jevnt i et demokrati. (It is important to distribute ___ evenly in a democracy.)
In a democracy, 'makt' (power) should be distributed among the people.
Hun følte seg uten ___ i situasjonen. (She felt without ___ in the situation.)
'Uten makt' means without power or control.
Selskapet har stor økonomisk ___ i regionen. (The company has great economic ___ in the region.)
Economic 'makt' refers to the company's significant financial influence.
Which sentence correctly uses 'makt' to mean political power?
Here, 'makt' refers specifically to the authority of the government. The other options use 'makt' in a more general sense of ability or influence.
Choose the best translation for: 'She felt powerless in the situation.'
'Uten makt' directly translates to 'without power' or 'powerless', which fits the English sentence best. The other options imply having power or giving power.
Which of the following describes someone who has 'makt'?
Someone with 'makt' (power) is typically in a position to make important decisions, like a leader. The other options describe characteristics not directly related to having power.
If you have 'makt', it means you can control others.
'Makt' often implies the ability to influence or control others' actions or decisions.
The phrase 'å miste makt' means to gain power.
'Å miste makt' means 'to lose power', not to gain it. 'Å få makt' or 'å ta makt' would mean to gain power.
A king or queen typically holds a lot of 'makt' in a monarchy.
In a monarchy, the king or queen traditionally holds significant power.
This sentence means 'He has a lot of power'. 'Makt' is typically preceded by 'mye' (much/a lot of) when referring to an abstract concept like power.
This sentence means 'Political power is important'. Adjectives like 'politisk' (political) come before the noun they describe.
This sentence means 'She does not want power'. 'Ikke' (not) comes after the verb in a negative statement.
Partiet fikk stor ___ etter valget. (The party gained great ___ after the election.)
Here, 'makt' refers to political power or influence gained by a party.
Han misbrukte sin ___ til å kontrollere folk. (He abused his ___ to control people.)
In this context, 'makt' denotes personal power or authority that can be misused.
Mange kjemper for politisk ___ i landet. (Many fight for political ___ in the country.)
This sentence refers to the struggle for political control or power.
Presidenten har mye ___ i regjeringen. (The president has a lot of ___ in the government.)
Here, 'makt' signifies the authority and influence held by a president within the government.
De har ingen reell ___ til å endre systemet. (They have no real ___ to change the system.)
This use of 'makt' means the capacity or ability to exert influence and make changes.
Selskapet utøver stor økonomisk ___ i regionen. (The company wields great economic ___ in the region.)
In this sentence, 'makt' refers to economic influence or dominance.
Which sentence uses 'makt' correctly to describe political influence?
'Makt' refers to power or authority, often in a political or social context. Here, it describes the party's influence in the government. (The party had great power in the government.)
Choose the best option to complete the sentence: 'Han misbrukte sin ____ for personlig vinning.'
The sentence implies an abuse of authority for personal gain. 'Makt' (power/authority) is the most fitting word here. (He misused his power for personal gain.)
In which context is 'makt' used to describe a powerful force?
'Makt' can also refer to a powerful natural force. The other options don't make sense in this context. (The power of the sea is impressive.)
The sentence 'Hun hadde all makt til å bestemme' means she had complete authority to decide.
'Makt' in this context directly translates to authority or power, indicating she had full control. (She had all the power to decide.)
If someone says 'Han mistet all sin makt', it means he lost all his physical strength.
While 'makt' can sometimes relate to strength, in this common phrasing, 'mistet all sin makt' refers to losing all one's power, influence, or authority, not necessarily physical strength. (He lost all his power/influence.)
The phrase 'å ha makt over noen' implies having control or influence over another person.
'Å ha makt over noen' directly translates to 'to have power over someone', meaning to have control or influence over them. (To have power over someone.)
Listen to the sentence about using power carefully.
Listen to the question about who has the most power in this society.
Listen to the sentence about a political leader's power over the population.
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Makt korrumperer, og absolutt makt korrumperer absolutt.
Focus: korrumperer, absolutt
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Er makt alltid knyttet til ansvar?
Focus: knyttet, ansvar
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Vi må ta tilbake makten fra de få.
Focus: tilbake, makten
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This sentence structure is common when discussing governmental authority. 'Regjeringen' (The government) is the subject, 'har' (has) is the verb, and 'makten' (the power) is the direct object. The infinitive phrase 'til å endre loven' (to change the law) explains the nature of this power.
Here, 'Han' (He) is the subject, and 'misbrukte' (misused) is the verb. 'Sin makt' (his power) is the direct object, indicating what was misused. 'For personlig gevinst' (for personal gain) specifies the reason for the misuse, which is a common phrase.
This is a well-known adage. 'Med stor makt' (With great power) acts as a prepositional phrase introducing the condition. 'Følger' (follows) is the verb, and 'stort ansvar' (great responsibility) is the subject that follows the verb, a common inversion in such statements.
Hvilket ord er et synonym for 'makt' i konteksten av politisk innflytelse?
'Autoritet' betyr myndighet eller rett til å bestemme, noe som er nært knyttet til politisk makt.
I en setning som 'Han misbrukte sin makt', hva er den mest passende oversettelsen av 'makt'?
I denne konteksten refererer 'makt' til evnen til å kontrollere eller påvirke, som best oversettes til 'power'.
Hvilket ord representerer det motsatte av 'makt' i en sosial eller politisk setting?
'Avmakt' betyr mangel på makt eller innflytelse, noe som er det direkte motsatte av 'makt'.
Uttrykket 'maktkamp' refererer til en konflikt om kontroll eller innflytelse.
En 'maktkamp' er nettopp en strid mellom parter om hvem som skal ha kontroll eller bestemme.
Når man sier 'Han har makt over situasjonen', betyr det at han er ute av stand til å påvirke den.
Hvis noen har 'makt over situasjonen', betyr det at de har kontroll eller innflytelse over den, ikke at de er ute av stand til å påvirke den.
Ordet 'makt' kan brukes i setninger som 'maktbalanse' for å beskrive en jevn fordeling av innflytelse.
'Maktbalanse' er et vanlig uttrykk som beskriver en tilstand der ingen enkelt part har overlegen innflytelse eller kontroll.
Does he have the power to change this?
With great power comes great responsibility.
She abused her power for personal gain.
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Den politiske makten ligger hos folket.
Focus: makten, folket
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Hvem har mest makt i dette selskapet?
Focus: hvem, mest, makt, selskapet
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Vi må begrense makten til staten.
Focus: begrense, makten, staten
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Reflect on how 'makt' (power) can be exercised in different forms within a democratic society. Discuss both its positive and negative implications.
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I et demokrati kan makt manifesteres på mange måter, fra stemmerett og politisk engasjement til økonomisk innflytelse og mediekontroll. Positivt sett gir makt enkeltpersoner og grupper mulighet til å forme samfunnet til det bedre og fremme rettferdighet. Men den bærer også et stort ansvar, og misbruk av makt kan føre til korrupsjon, undertrykkelse og tap av tillit i samfunnet. Å balansere disse aspektene er avgjørende for et velfungerende demokrati.
Write a short essay discussing the concept of 'maktbalanse' (balance of power) in international relations. Provide examples of its significance.
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Maktbalanse er et grunnleggende konsept i internasjonale relasjoner, som refererer til fordelingen av makt mellom stater eller allianser. Dens betydning ligger i å forhindre at en enkelt aktør dominerer fullstendig, noe som kan føre til ustabilitet og konflikt. Historiske eksempler inkluderer den kalde krigen, der en maktbalanse mellom USA og Sovjetunionen, selv om den var anspent, bidro til å forhindre en direkte storkrig. Diplomati og alliansebygging er ofte sentrale verktøy for å opprettholde denne balansen, noe som er avgjørende for global sikkerhet og samarbeid.
Imagine you are a historical figure who wielded significant 'makt'. Describe a key decision you made and the considerations behind it, using the first person.
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Som den mektige dronningen måtte jeg ofte ta vanskelige avgjørelser. En gang sto jeg overfor valget om å gå til krig for å utvide mitt rikes grenser, eller å søke en fredelig løsning som ville bevare liv og ressurser. Jeg veide konsekvensene av begge veier nøye. På den ene siden fristet makten til å erobre, men på den andre siden forsto jeg det enorme ansvaret for mitt folk. Jeg valgte til slutt diplomati, overbevist om at sann styrke ligger i visdom og evnen til å unngå unødvendig blodsutgytelse, og håpet at mine etterkommere ville huske denne beslutningen som et eksempel på ansvarlig lederskap.
Hva er den primære kilden til en eldre persons makt i mange kulturer, ifølge teksten?
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I mange kulturer er makt ofte knyttet til status og tradisjon. En eldre person, for eksempel, kan ha mer makt på grunn av sin erfaring og visdom, selv om de ikke innehar en formell lederrolle. Dette er en form for uformell makt som er dypt forankret i samfunnets strukturer og verdier. Det er viktig å forstå denne dynamikken for å navigere effektivt i slike sosiale miljøer.
Hva er den primære kilden til en eldre persons makt i mange kulturer, ifølge teksten?
Teksten sier klart at en eldre person kan ha makt 'på grunn av sin erfaring og visdom'.
Teksten sier klart at en eldre person kan ha makt 'på grunn av sin erfaring og visdom'.
Hvorfor er 'checks and balances' viktige i demokratiske systemer?
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Historien er full av eksempler på hvordan makt har korrumpert enkeltpersoner og institusjoner. Fra antikkens keisere til moderne diktatorer, har historien vist at absolutt makt sjelden fører til absolutt rettferdighet. Dette er grunnen til at mange demokratiske systemer er utformet med checks and balances, for å begrense makt og forhindre misbruk.
Hvorfor er 'checks and balances' viktige i demokratiske systemer?
Passasjen indikerer at 'checks and balances' er utformet 'for å begrense makt og forhindre misbruk'.
Passasjen indikerer at 'checks and balances' er utformet 'for å begrense makt og forhindre misbruk'.
Hvilken utfordring nevnes i forbindelse med teknologiens innflytelse på makt?
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Teknologi har radikalt endret hvordan makt distribueres og utøves i det 21. århundre. Sosiale medier kan mobilisere massene raskere enn noen gang før, og gi 'vanlige folk' en stemme som tidligere var forbeholdt eliten. Imidlertid kan denne nye formen for makt også misbrukes til desinformasjon og manipulering, noe som skaper nye utfordringer for samfunnet.
Hvilken utfordring nevnes i forbindelse med teknologiens innflytelse på makt?
Teksten påpeker at teknologien kan misbrukes 'til desinformasjon og manipulering, noe som skaper nye utfordringer'.
Teksten påpeker at teknologien kan misbrukes 'til desinformasjon og manipulering, noe som skaper nye utfordringer'.
This sentence structure (subject-verb-object, with adjectives before nouns) is typical in Norwegian when discussing where power resides. 'Den politiske makten' (the political power) is the subject, 'ligger' (lies/rests) is the verb, and 'hos folket' (with the people) indicates possession or location of that power.
Here, 'Et selskap med så mye makt' (A company with so much power) acts as the subject. The modal verb 'må' (must) is followed by the passive infinitive 'reguleres' (be regulated), and 'strengt' (strictly) is an adverb modifying the verb.
This sentence demonstrates a clear narrative structure: 'De kjempet' (They fought) for a purpose ('for å bevare sin autonomi' - to preserve their autonomy), and 'mot den overveldende makten' (against the overwhelming power) specifies the opposition.
Han misbrukte sin ____ til å manipulere situasjonen.
In this context, 'makt' (power) refers to the authority or ability to control, which fits the act of manipulation.
En ny politisk bevegelse har utfordret den sittende ____.
'Makten' (the power) here refers to the governing body or the established authority, which is commonly challenged by new political movements.
Det internasjonale samfunnet fordømte regimets brutale ____ over folket.
'Maktutøvelse' (exercise of power) is the most precise term for how a regime wields its authority, especially when it's described as brutal.
Selskapet forsøkte å konsolidere sin ____ i markedet gjennom oppkjøp.
Consolidating 'makt' (power) in the market means strengthening one's dominance or control, often through strategic actions like acquisitions.
Med stor ____ følger stort ansvar, sa filosofen.
The proverb 'With great power comes great responsibility' directly translates to 'Med stor makt følger stort ansvar' in Norwegian.
Demonstrantene krevde at ____ skulle overføres til folket.
'Makten' (the power) in this context refers to the ultimate political authority, which demonstrators often demand be transferred to the people.
Which of the following best describes the inherent 'makt' of a sovereign state?
'Makt' in the context of a sovereign state refers to its ultimate authority and control over its territory and populace, encompassing governance and law enforcement.
In a philosophical discussion about human nature, 'makt' can often be interpreted as:
Philosophically, 'makt' relates to an individual's agency and their ability to shape their own destiny and exert control over their personal sphere.
When discussing the dynamics of a corporate merger, what kind of 'makt' is often a central point of negotiation?
In a corporate merger, 'makt' is critically about who holds the ultimate say in strategic decisions and the overall control of the new entity.
The concept of 'makt' is exclusively associated with political governance and has no relevance in personal relationships.
'Makt' can also refer to influence or control within personal relationships, where dynamics of power play a significant role.
A historical analysis of 'makt' often includes examining how power structures evolve and shift over time within societies.
Historical analyses frequently focus on the evolution of power structures, demonstrating how 'makt' is gained, maintained, and lost throughout different eras.
In the context of international relations, 'makt' is solely determined by a nation's military capabilities.
While military might is a factor, 'makt' in international relations is also influenced by economic strength, diplomatic influence, cultural soft power, and technological advancement.
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Basic Meaning of 'Makt'
The most common meaning of makt is 'power,' similar to English. Think of it as the ability to influence or control.
Political Power
You'll often encounter makt in political contexts. For example, 'politisk makt' means 'political power.' It refers to the authority held by governments or leaders.
Economic Power
Similarly, 'økonomisk makt' translates to 'economic power.' This describes the influence a country or company has due to its wealth or resources.
Personal Power or Strength
While less common, makt can also refer to personal strength or ability, though 'styrke' is more frequent. Think of it as 'inner power' or might.
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aktør
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befolkningssammensetning
C1the composition of a population
bevilge
B2to grant or allocate funds
bevilgning
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debatere
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