Signification
Used for something disgusting.
Contexte culturel
Danes have a very low tolerance for 'slimy' or overly formal behavior, which they often label as 'klamt'. Authenticity is key. Similar words exist in Swedish (klamm) and Norwegian, but the slang usage for 'creepy' is particularly strong in Danish youth culture. In Danish dating, 'klam' is the ultimate 'red flag' word. If a date is described as 'klam', there is no second chance. Teenagers use 'klammo' to soften the blow of the word, making it more of a joke among friends.
The 'Føj' Combo
Always pair 'Det er klamt' with 'Føj!' for maximum native effect.
Careful with People
Calling someone 'klam' is a serious insult to their character, not just their hygiene.
Signification
Used for something disgusting.
The 'Føj' Combo
Always pair 'Det er klamt' with 'Føj!' for maximum native effect.
Careful with People
Calling someone 'klam' is a serious insult to their character, not just their hygiene.
The 'Klammo' Softener
Use 'klammo' if you want to sound less aggressive and more like a local teenager.
Teste-toi
Fill in the correct form of 'klam' (klam, klamt, or klamme).
Ad! Den her mælk lugter ____.
Mælk (milk) is common gender (en-word), so we use 'klam'.
Which sentence uses 'klam' to mean 'creepy'?
Vælg den rigtige sætning:
Staring in a 'klam' way refers to social discomfort/creepiness.
Complete the dialogue with the most natural response.
A: 'Han har ikke skiftet sengetøj i tre måneder.' B: '____!'
'Hvor er det klamt!' is the standard idiomatic exclamation for 'How gross!'.
Match the usage of 'klam' to the situation.
1. Fysisk berøring, 2. Social opførsel, 3. Mad
Matches the physical, social, and food-related senses.
🎉 Score : /4
Aides visuelles
Klam vs. Ulækkert
Banque d exercices
4 exercicesAd! Den her mælk lugter ____.
Mælk (milk) is common gender (en-word), so we use 'klam'.
Vælg den rigtige sætning:
Staring in a 'klam' way refers to social discomfort/creepiness.
A: 'Han har ikke skiftet sengetøj i tre måneder.' B: '____!'
'Hvor er det klamt!' is the standard idiomatic exclamation for 'How gross!'.
1. Fysisk berøring, 2. Social opførsel, 3. Mad
Matches the physical, social, and food-related senses.
🎉 Score : /4
Questions fréquentes
10 questionsNo, but it is very informal slang. It's not 'banned' like a curse word, but it's rude in the wrong context.
Yes, if the movie is 'gross' (gore/blood), but if it's just 'scary', use 'uhyggelig'.
'Ulækkert' is the standard word for disgusting. 'Klamt' is more visceral, slangy, and often implies 'creepy'.
You say 'Jeg føler mig klam' (e.g., after a long flight or when you're sick).
Generally no, unless you have a very close, informal relationship.
Almost never. Unlike 'fedt' (fat/cool), 'klam' has stayed negative.
It's just a slangy, slightly more 'cute' or 'funny' way of saying klam.
Yes, 'klamt vejr' is common for rainy, cold, and damp days.
Usually, yes. It implies he is being a 'creep' in a sexual or romantic context.
There isn't one direct opposite, but 'lækker' (delicious/hot) is often used as the contrast.
Expressions liées
ulækkert
synonymDisgusting
vammel
similarNauseatingly sweet or oily
en klam fyr
specialized formA creepy guy
klammo
synonymGross (slang)
adr
similarEww
