Meaning
A situation where a problem causes more problems.
Cultural Background
Norwegians often use this in work contexts to discuss process improvements. The phrase is deeply rooted in the Western logical tradition. Used in sociology to describe systemic inequality. Used in therapy to describe self-defeating thought patterns.
Use with 'bryte'
Always pair 'ond sirkel' with 'bryte' (to break) when talking about solutions.
Be analytical
Norwegians appreciate when you use this phrase to show you are thinking about the root cause of a problem.
Meaning
A situation where a problem causes more problems.
Use with 'bryte'
Always pair 'ond sirkel' with 'bryte' (to break) when talking about solutions.
Be analytical
Norwegians appreciate when you use this phrase to show you are thinking about the root cause of a problem.
Test Yourself
Fill in the missing word.
Jeg er fanget i en ____ sirkel.
The idiom is 'ond sirkel'.
Which sentence is correct?
Choose the best sentence.
The correct preposition is 'i' and the verb is 'å være'.
Match the phrase with its meaning.
Match 'ond sirkel' with the correct definition.
It describes a self-reinforcing negative situation.
🎉 Score: /3
Visual Learning Aids
Practice Bank
3 exercisesJeg er fanget i en ____ sirkel.
The idiom is 'ond sirkel'.
Choose the best sentence.
The correct preposition is 'i' and the verb is 'å være'.
Match each item on the left with its pair on the right:
It describes a self-reinforcing negative situation.
🎉 Score: /3
Frequently Asked Questions
2 questionsYes, it is exclusively used for negative, self-reinforcing situations.
No, for positive cycles, we use terms like 'positiv spiral' or 'god sirkel'.
Related Phrases
Negativ spiral
synonymA downward trend
Bryte sirkelen
builds onTo break the cycle
Være fanget
similarTo be trapped
Gå i ring
similarTo go in circles
