Significado
To start dealing with a problem.
Contexto cultural
Danes value 'handlekraft' (the ability to act). Complaining without the intention to 'gøre noget ved det' is often seen as 'brok' and is generally discouraged in professional settings. The welfare state model is built on the idea that society should 'gøre noget ved' inequality. This phrase is central to the social contract in Nordic countries. In Greenlandic contexts, the phrase is often used in discussions about climate change, as the melting ice requires urgent action. Similar to Denmark, but often applied to the challenges of living in a remote, weather-dependent environment.
The 'Det' Rule
Always add 'det' at the end if you are referring to a situation already mentioned. 'Jeg gør noget ved det.'
Don't use 'til'
English speakers often say 'gøre noget til', which is a direct translation of 'do something to'. Stick to 'ved'!
Significado
To start dealing with a problem.
The 'Det' Rule
Always add 'det' at the end if you are referring to a situation already mentioned. 'Jeg gør noget ved det.'
Don't use 'til'
English speakers often say 'gøre noget til', which is a direct translation of 'do something to'. Stick to 'ved'!
Be Proactive
In Denmark, using this phrase shows you are a problem-solver. It's a very positive trait in the workplace.
Ponte a prueba
Fill in the missing words to complete the sentence.
Min computer er gået i stykker. Jeg må ______ ______ ______ den.
The full phrase 'gøre noget ved' is needed here to indicate you will fix the computer.
Which sentence is grammatically correct?
Choose the correct past tense form:
'Gjorde' is the correct past tense of 'gøre'.
Match the problem with the correct 'gøre noget ved' response.
Problem: 'Der er meget beskidt her.'
Cleaning (rengøring) is the logical solution to dirt (beskidt).
Complete the dialogue.
A: 'Jeg er så træt af min gamle bil.' B: 'Hvorfor ______ ______ ______ ______ ______?'
The question 'Why don't you do something about it?' is a natural response to a complaint.
🎉 Puntuación: /4
Ayudas visuales
Common Objects of 'Gøre noget ved'
Personal
- • Vægt
- • Uddannelse
- • Hår
Home
- • Have
- • Tag
- • Køkken
Society
- • Klima
- • Skat
- • Skole
Banco de ejercicios
4 ejerciciosMin computer er gået i stykker. Jeg må ______ ______ ______ den.
The full phrase 'gøre noget ved' is needed here to indicate you will fix the computer.
Choose the correct past tense form:
'Gjorde' is the correct past tense of 'gøre'.
Problem: 'Der er meget beskidt her.'
Cleaning (rengøring) is the logical solution to dirt (beskidt).
A: 'Jeg er så træt af min gamle bil.' B: 'Hvorfor ______ ______ ______ ______ ______?'
The question 'Why don't you do something about it?' is a natural response to a complaint.
🎉 Puntuación: /4
Preguntas frecuentes
10 preguntasIt's better to avoid it. Use 'hjælpe' or 'tale med' instead. 'Gøre noget ved ham' sounds like you're treating him like a broken object.
'Fikse' is informal and usually for physical things. 'Gøre noget ved' is broader and can be used for abstract problems like 'motivation' or 'economy'.
Yes, it's perfect. It shows you have 'handlekraft' (initiative).
Use the related phrase: 'Det kan jeg ikke gøre noget ved.'
Yes, that is the most standard way to use it with a specific noun.
Prepositions are idiomatic. While 'om' means 'about', 'ved' is the specific preposition that 'gøre noget' pairs with in this context.
Yes, many Danish pop songs use it to talk about changing a relationship or a life path.
Yes: 'Jeg gjorde noget ved det i går.'
No, it usually sounds constructive and helpful.
You can say 'gøre noget andet ved det'.
Frases relacionadas
at have med at gøre
similarTo deal with or be involved with.
at rette op på
synonymTo correct or rectify.
at lade stå til
contrastTo let things slide / do nothing.
at gribe ind
builds onTo intervene.
at udbedre
specialized formTo repair (technical).
