Meaning
Changing an earlier decision.
Cultural Background
Danes value 'omstillingsparathed' (readiness to change). Changing your mind is often seen as a positive trait of being flexible. In Danish meetings, the 'best argument' wins, regardless of hierarchy. A boss changing their mind is respected. Danish politics is based on compromise. 'At skifte mening' is a tool for negotiation. It's polite to explain *why* you changed your mind to avoid appearing flaky.
Drop the 'min'
Never say 'min mening' with this verb. It's the #1 sign of a non-native speaker.
Be ready to explain
Danes appreciate the 'why' behind a change of mind.
Meaning
Changing an earlier decision.
Drop the 'min'
Never say 'min mening' with this verb. It's the #1 sign of a non-native speaker.
Be ready to explain
Danes appreciate the 'why' behind a change of mind.
Test Yourself
Fill in the missing word in the past tense.
Jeg ______ mening i går, da jeg så vejret.
The sentence refers to 'i går' (yesterday), so we need the past tense 'skiftede'.
Which sentence is most natural?
A: Jeg skifter min mening. B: Jeg skifter mening.
Danish does not use the possessive 'min' in this idiom.
Match the Danish phrase with its English meaning.
Match the pairs
These are similar but have different nuances.
🎉 Score: /3
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Practice Bank
3 exercisesJeg ______ mening i går, da jeg så vejret.
The sentence refers to 'i går' (yesterday), so we need the past tense 'skiftede'.
A: Jeg skifter min mening. B: Jeg skifter mening.
Danish does not use the possessive 'min' in this idiom.
Match each item on the left with its pair on the right:
These are similar but have different nuances.
🎉 Score: /3
Frequently Asked Questions
2 questions'Skifte mening' is the most common and idiomatic choice.
Yes, it's perfect for that! 'Jeg har skiftet mening, jeg vil have kage.'
Related Phrases
at ombestemme sig
similarTo change one's decision.
at ændre holdning
synonymTo change attitude.
at vende på en tallerken
idiomTo change mind instantly.
at se lyset
figurativeTo see the light.
