Meaning
Stating something confidential.
Cultural Background
Danes are private but friendly. This phrase is the perfect balance. Similar attitudes to privacy exist in Sweden and Norway. Americans might use 'It's a secret' or 'That's classified' in a joking way. Privacy is highly valued; saying 'Himitsu' is a very common way to end a topic.
Smile!
When saying this, smile to ensure you don't sound rude.
Use it for surprises
It's the best way to build excitement for a gift.
Meaning
Stating something confidential.
Smile!
When saying this, smile to ensure you don't sound rude.
Use it for surprises
It's the best way to build excitement for a gift.
Test Yourself
Fill in the missing word.
Det er en ________.
We need the noun form after the article 'en'.
Which sentence is correct?
Choose the best option.
Only the first option uses the correct noun and article.
Complete the dialogue.
A: Hvad fik du i gave? B: ________
This is the standard response to a question about private info.
🎉 Score: /3
Visual Learning Aids
Practice Bank
3 exercisesDet er en ________.
We need the noun form after the article 'en'.
Choose the best option.
Only the first option uses the correct noun and article.
A: Hvad fik du i gave? B: ________
This is the standard response to a question about private info.
🎉 Score: /3
Frequently Asked Questions
2 questionsOnly if you are joking. Otherwise, use 'Det er fortroligt'.
Not if you say it with a smile.
Related Phrases
Det er fortroligt
specialized formIt is confidential
Jeg kan ikke sige det
synonymI cannot say it
Det er hemmeligt
similarIt is secret
Hold det for dig selv
builds onKeep it to yourself
