Meaning
Denying a statement.
Cultural Background
Norwegians value consensus. Using this phrase can be seen as a direct challenge to the consensus. Similar to Sweden and Denmark, the directness is accepted but often softened. Americans might use 'That's not true' more casually in debates. Direct denial is often avoided in favor of 'I see, but...'.
Tone matters
Saying this with a smile makes it a joke; saying it with a frown makes it a fight.
Use 'stemmer ikke'
If you want to sound more like a native, use 'det stemmer ikke' in professional settings.
Meaning
Denying a statement.
Tone matters
Saying this with a smile makes it a joke; saying it with a frown makes it a fight.
Use 'stemmer ikke'
If you want to sound more like a native, use 'det stemmer ikke' in professional settings.
Test Yourself
Fill in the missing word.
Det er ikke ____.
Because 'det' is a neuter pronoun, the adjective must be in the neuter form 'sant'.
Which phrase is the best way to deny a statement?
Choose the most common expression.
This is the standard, idiomatic way to say 'that is not true'.
🎉 Score: /2
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Practice Bank
2 exercisesDet er ikke ____.
Because 'det' is a neuter pronoun, the adjective must be in the neuter form 'sant'.
Choose the most common expression.
This is the standard, idiomatic way to say 'that is not true'.
🎉 Score: /2
Frequently Asked Questions
2 questionsIt depends on the tone. It is direct, but not inherently rude.
No, use 'Jeg er uenig' for opinions.
Related Phrases
Det stemmer ikke
similarThat is not correct
Det er løgn
contrastThat is a lie
Jeg er uenig
similarI disagree
