A1 Proverb Neutral

Borte bra, men hjemme best.

Home is best.

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Meaning

Being home is better than traveling.

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Cultural Background

Norwegians value their 'hytte' (cabin) almost as much as their home. You might hear 'Borte bra, men på hytta best' (Away is good, but at the cabin is best). In modern city life, the phrase is often used ironically when returning to a small, expensive apartment after a luxurious vacation.

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Rhythm

Say it with a slight pause after 'bra' for maximum effect.

Meaning

Being home is better than traveling.

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Rhythm

Say it with a slight pause after 'bra' for maximum effect.

Test Yourself

Complete the proverb.

Borte bra, men ________ best.

✓ Correct! ✗ Not quite. Correct answer: hjemme

The proverb is 'Borte bra, men hjemme best'.

🎉 Score: /1

Visual Learning Aids

Practice Bank

1 exercises
Complete the proverb. Fill Blank A1

Borte bra, men ________ best.

✓ Correct! ✗ Not quite. Correct answer: hjemme

The proverb is 'Borte bra, men hjemme best'.

🎉 Score: /1

Frequently Asked Questions

1 questions

Yes, it's very common after a business trip.

Related Phrases

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Ingen plass som hjemme

synonym

No place like home

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Hjem, kjære hjem

similar

Home, sweet home

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