Significado
Agreeing to a suggestion.
Contexto cultural
Norwegians value consensus and avoiding direct conflict. 'Det høres bra ut' is often used to keep the peace, even if the person only 80% agrees. In Norwegian offices, decisions are often made through 'medbestemmelse' (co-determination). This phrase is the verbal signal that a team is aligned. Using 'Det høres bra ut' is considered more polite than a simple 'Ok' or 'Ja,' which can sometimes sound blunt or 'kort' (short) in Norwegian. In Norwegian texting culture, 'Høres bra ut' is often abbreviated to 'Høres bra ut 👍' or just 'Høres bra.' It is the ultimate low-effort, high-positivity reply.
Enthusiasm Levels
Add 'kjempe-' to 'bra' (kjempebra) to show you are really excited. It's very common in casual Norwegian.
Don't forget 'ut'!
Without 'ut', the phrase sounds like you're talking about the volume of a radio. Always include it for agreement.
Significado
Agreeing to a suggestion.
Enthusiasm Levels
Add 'kjempe-' to 'bra' (kjempebra) to show you are really excited. It's very common in casual Norwegian.
Don't forget 'ut'!
Without 'ut', the phrase sounds like you're talking about the volume of a radio. Always include it for agreement.
The 'Safe' Agreement
If you are in a meeting and don't know what to say, 'Det høres bra ut' is the safest way to show you are paying attention.
Teste-se
Fill in the missing word to complete the phrase.
Skal vi spise klokken sju? Ja, det høres bra ___.
The phrase 'å høres ... ut' always requires the particle 'ut' to mean 'to sound like.'
Which sentence is grammatically correct for 'That sounds good'?
Velg riktig setning:
You need the '-s' on 'høres' and the particle 'ut'.
Match the suggestion with the best response.
Forslag: 'Jeg kan kjøre deg til flyplassen.'
When someone offers a service or plan, 'Det høres bra ut' is the natural response.
Complete the dialogue.
A: Skal vi dra på hytta i helgen? B: ____________________. Jeg trenger en ferie!
The context of 'needing a holiday' implies an enthusiastic agreement.
🎉 Pontuação: /4
Recursos visuais
Banco de exercicios
4 exerciciosSkal vi spise klokken sju? Ja, det høres bra ___.
The phrase 'å høres ... ut' always requires the particle 'ut' to mean 'to sound like.'
Velg riktig setning:
You need the '-s' on 'høres' and the particle 'ut'.
Forslag: 'Jeg kan kjøre deg til flyplassen.'
When someone offers a service or plan, 'Det høres bra ut' is the natural response.
A: Skal vi dra på hytta i helgen? B: ____________________. Jeg trenger en ferie!
The context of 'needing a holiday' implies an enthusiastic agreement.
🎉 Pontuação: /4
Perguntas frequentes
10 perguntasYes! Dropping the 'Det' is very common in casual speech and texting, just like saying 'Sounds good' in English.
It is neutral. You can use it with your boss, your grandmother, or your best friend.
'Bra' is the standard. 'Godt' is sometimes used, especially if the suggestion involves something sensory like food or a massage, but 'bra' is always correct.
'Høres' is a special form (deponent) that means 'to sound.' 'Hører' means 'to hear.'
No. You wouldn't say 'Du høres bra ut' to mean someone is a good person. It's for ideas, plans, and sounds.
Use 'Det hørtes bra ut.'
Yes, if the interviewer suggests a start date or explains the benefits, it's a very professional response.
Say 'Det høres greit ut' (That sounds okay) or 'Det høres interessant ut' (That sounds interesting).
Yes, literally. But here it's part of the verb phrase 'å høres ut,' which together means 'to sound.'
Yes, adding 'for meg' (for me) is a common way to specify that you personally agree.
Frases relacionadas
Det høres spennende ut
similarThat sounds exciting
Det høres fornuftig ut
similarThat sounds sensible
Jeg er enig
synonymI agree
Det ser bra ut
contrastThat looks good
Det høres ut som
builds onIt sounds like...
