A1 Idiom Neutral

Å ha hjertet i halsen.

To have the heart in the throat.

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Meaning

Being very scared.

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Cultural Background

Norwegians often use this phrase to describe the feeling of suspense in nature, like climbing a steep mountain.

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Use it for suspense

It's great for telling stories about scary movies.

Meaning

Being very scared.

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Use it for suspense

It's great for telling stories about scary movies.

Test Yourself

Which body part is used in the idiom?

Jeg har hjertet i ______.

✓ Correct! ✗ Not quite. Correct answer: halsen

The idiom is 'hjertet i halsen'.

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Visual Learning Aids

Practice Bank

1 exercises
Which body part is used in the idiom? Choose A1

Jeg har hjertet i ______.

✓ Correct! ✗ Not quite. Correct answer: halsen

The idiom is 'hjertet i halsen'.

🎉 Score: /1

Frequently Asked Questions

1 questions

Yes, mostly fear or extreme nervousness.

Related Phrases

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Å være livredd

synonym

To be terrified

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