Meaning
Emphasizing significance.
Cultural Background
The concept of 'Janteloven' makes Danes wary of people who 'gør sig vigtige' (act important). It is better to be humble. Flat hierarchy means anyone can say 'Det er vigtigt' to a boss if it concerns the task at hand. Using 'Vigtigt!' as a standalone exclamation is very popular among young people on social media. Parents often use the phrase to teach social values rather than just rules.
The 'T' Rule
Always add a 't' when using 'Det er'. It's the most common mistake for beginners!
Don't be a Vigtigper
Avoid saying 'Jeg er vigtig'. It sounds arrogant. Use 'Det er vigtigt for mig' instead.
Meaning
Emphasizing significance.
The 'T' Rule
Always add a 't' when using 'Det er'. It's the most common mistake for beginners!
Don't be a Vigtigper
Avoid saying 'Jeg er vigtig'. It sounds arrogant. Use 'Det er vigtigt for mig' instead.
The Slang Use
Use 'Vigtigt!' as a reaction to good news. It makes you sound very native.
Directness
Danes appreciate you being clear about what is important. Don't be afraid to use this phrase in meetings.
Test Yourself
Fill in the missing letter to make the adjective agree with 'Det'.
Det er vigtig__ at spise morgenmad.
Because 'det' is neuter, the adjective 'vigtig' must end in 't'.
Which sentence is the most natural way to say 'It is important to me'?
Vælg den rigtige sætning:
Danish uses the preposition 'for' for personal importance, and 'vigtigt' must have the 't'.
Complete the dialogue with the correct form.
A: Skal vi købe mælk? B: Ja, det er ____.
B is saying 'Yes, it is important.' The 't' is needed for the dummy subject 'det'.
Match the phrase to the situation.
Match 'Vigtigt!' (as an exclamation) to the best context.
In slang/informal Danish, 'Vigtigt!' is used to celebrate a success or a positive event.
Match the Danish phrase with its English equivalent.
Forbind de rigtige par.
These are the standard translations for the degrees of comparison and the idiom.
🎉 Score: /5
Visual Learning Aids
Vigtig vs. Vigtigt
Synonyms by Strength
Normal
- • Vigtigt
Strong
- • Essentielt
- • Væsentligt
Maximum
- • Afgørende
- • Altafgørende
Practice Bank
5 exercisesDet er vigtig__ at spise morgenmad.
Because 'det' is neuter, the adjective 'vigtig' must end in 't'.
Vælg den rigtige sætning:
Danish uses the preposition 'for' for personal importance, and 'vigtigt' must have the 't'.
A: Skal vi købe mælk? B: Ja, det er ____.
B is saying 'Yes, it is important.' The 't' is needed for the dummy subject 'det'.
Match 'Vigtigt!' (as an exclamation) to the best context.
In slang/informal Danish, 'Vigtigt!' is used to celebrate a success or a positive event.
Match each item on the left with its pair on the right:
These are the standard translations for the degrees of comparison and the idiom.
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Frequently Asked Questions
12 questionsYes! It means 'Very important' and is used all the time.
'Vigtigt' is more common and general. 'Væsentligt' is more formal and often means 'significant'.
Mostly, yes. It creates a slight 'y' sound or just lengthens the 'i'.
You say 'vigtigst'. For example: 'Det er vigtigst at vinde.'
Yes, but be careful. 'En vigtig person' is okay, but 'Han er vigtig' can mean 'He is arrogant'.
In texting, people just write 'vigtigt'.
Usually, yes, unless it's an exclamation like 'Vigtigt!'
It's a funny, slightly mean word for someone who acts like they are more important than they are.
No, you must use 'for mig'.
Yes, it is perfectly fine for formal writing.
You say 'Det er ikke så vigtigt'.
'Uvigtigt' (unimportant) or 'ligegyldigt' (indifferent/doesn't matter).
Related Phrases
Det er afgørende
specialized formIt is crucial/decisive
Det betyder meget
similarIt means a lot
Det er essentielt
synonymIt is essential
En vigtigper
builds onA show-off / busybody
Gøre sig vigtig
builds onTo act important
