Meaning
To evaluate the final results of a situation.
Cultural Background
The phrase reflects the Danish value of 'pragmatisme'. Danes prefer to look at objective results rather than abstract ideals when evaluating success. In Danish workplaces, 'flade hierarkier' (flat hierarchies) mean that everyone is often involved when 'regnestykket gøres op' after a project. The phrase dates back to the merchant era of the 1700s, showing Denmark's long history as a trading nation. Modern influencers in Denmark use this phrase when they do 'recap' posts of their year or month.
Use it in Interviews
When asked about a past failure, say: 'Da jeg gjorde regnestykket op, lærte jeg at...' It sounds very professional and reflective.
Don't use for small math
If you are calculating 2+2, just say 'regne det ud'. 'Gøre regnestykket op' is too heavy for simple arithmetic.
Meaning
To evaluate the final results of a situation.
Use it in Interviews
When asked about a past failure, say: 'Da jeg gjorde regnestykket op, lærte jeg at...' It sounds very professional and reflective.
Don't use for small math
If you are calculating 2+2, just say 'regne det ud'. 'Gøre regnestykket op' is too heavy for simple arithmetic.
Test Yourself
Udfyld det manglende ord i sætningen.
Efter projektet var færdigt, satte vi os ned for at gøre regnestykket ___.
Partiklen 'op' bruges altid i dette faste udtryk.
Hvilken sætning bruger udtrykket korrekt i en overført betydning?
Vælg den rigtige sætning:
Denne sætning bruger udtrykket til at evaluere en livssituation, hvilket er den typiske figurative brug.
Match det danske udtryk med den engelske betydning.
Forbind parrene:
Disse udtryk ligner hinanden, men har forskellige nuancer.
🎉 Score: /3
Visual Learning Aids
Practice Bank
3 exercisesEfter projektet var færdigt, satte vi os ned for at gøre regnestykket ___.
Partiklen 'op' bruges altid i dette faste udtryk.
Vælg den rigtige sætning:
Denne sætning bruger udtrykket til at evaluere en livssituation, hvilket er den typiske figurative brug.
Match each item on the left with its pair on the right:
Disse udtryk ligner hinanden, men har forskellige nuancer.
🎉 Score: /3
Frequently Asked Questions
2 questionsNo, it is most commonly used for time, effort, happiness, and general success.
Yes, 'Vi gjorde regnestykket op' is very common when looking back at history.
Related Phrases
at gøre status
similarTo take stock of a situation.
at gøre op med
contrastTo settle a score or break with someone.
at trække en streg i sandet
similarTo draw a line in the sand.
