Meaning
Reminding someone of a key point.
Cultural Background
Danes value 'punktlighed' (punctuality). You will often hear 'Det er vigtigt at huske at komme til tiden' (It is important to remember to be on time). Being late is considered disrespectful. The Danish work culture is flat and egalitarian. A manager uses this phrase to suggest importance without sounding like they are barking orders, maintaining the 'flad struktur'. When invited to a Danish home, 'hygge' is key. People might say 'Det er vigtigt at huske hyggen' to remind others to relax and enjoy the atmosphere. In Greenland, where nature is powerful, this phrase is often used for safety reminders regarding the weather or hunting.
The 'At-At' Rule
When using a full sentence after the phrase, you need two 'at's: 'Det er vigtigt at huske, at...' The first is 'to', the second is 'that'.
The Neuter -T
Never say 'Det er vigtig'. Always add the -t to make it 'vigtigt'. This is the #1 mistake for learners.
Meaning
Reminding someone of a key point.
The 'At-At' Rule
When using a full sentence after the phrase, you need two 'at's: 'Det er vigtigt at huske, at...' The first is 'to', the second is 'that'.
The Neuter -T
Never say 'Det er vigtig'. Always add the -t to make it 'vigtigt'. This is the #1 mistake for learners.
Softening the Blow
Add 'lige' to make it sound friendlier: 'Det er lige vigtigt at huske...'
Test Yourself
Fill in the missing word to complete the phrase.
Det er ______ at huske at ringe til mor.
We use 'vigtigt' (neuter) because it refers to the dummy subject 'det'.
Which sentence is the most natural reminder for a friend?
You want to remind your friend to bring their umbrella.
The first option has both the correct adjective form and the infinitive marker.
Complete the dialogue with the correct phrase.
A: Vi skal til fest i aften. B: Ja! ____________________ gaven.
You need to remember (huske) the gift for the party.
Match the phrase to the correct context.
Context: A teacher speaking to students before a test.
Writing your name is a standard requirement for a test.
🎉 Score: /4
Visual Learning Aids
Practice Bank
4 exercisesDet er ______ at huske at ringe til mor.
We use 'vigtigt' (neuter) because it refers to the dummy subject 'det'.
You want to remind your friend to bring their umbrella.
The first option has both the correct adjective form and the infinitive marker.
A: Vi skal til fest i aften. B: Ja! ____________________ gaven.
You need to remember (huske) the gift for the party.
Context: A teacher speaking to students before a test.
Writing your name is a standard requirement for a test.
🎉 Score: /4
Frequently Asked Questions
5 questionsYes, 'Husk det' means 'Remember that' and is a shorter, more informal way to say the same thing.
Yes, because it refers to the dummy subject 'det' or the entire following clause, both of which are treated as neuter.
'Huske' is everyday use. 'Erindre' is very formal, like 'to recollect' in English.
Yes, if the second 'at' starts a new clause (a sentence with its own verb), you need a comma.
Absolutely. It's very common in professional emails to summarize key points.
Related Phrases
Husk at
similarRemember to
Glem ikke at
contrastDon't forget to
Vær opmærksom på
specialized formBe aware of
Det er væsentligt at
synonymIt is essential to
