Meaning
Commenting on pleasant weather.
Cultural Background
Weather talk is a national sport. It is the most reliable way to start a conversation. In the north, weather changes rapidly, so 'fint vær' is celebrated with extra enthusiasm.
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Adding 'ikke sant?' (isn't it?) at the end makes it a question, which is a great way to get the other person to talk.
Meaning
Commenting on pleasant weather.
Add 'ikke sant?'
Adding 'ikke sant?' (isn't it?) at the end makes it a question, which is a great way to get the other person to talk.
Test Yourself
Complete the sentence.
Det er ____ vær.
Vær is neuter, so we use the neuter adjective 'fint'.
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Visual Learning Aids
Practice Bank
1 exercisesDet er ____ vær.
Vær is neuter, so we use the neuter adjective 'fint'.
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Frequently Asked Questions
1 questionsNo, it is the most polite and safe topic in Norway.
Related Phrases
Det er dårlig vær
contrastIt is bad weather.
Hva er værmeldingen?
builds onWhat is the weather forecast?
