A1 Expression Formal

Goddag.

Good day.

Practice it

Meaning

A formal greeting during the day.

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Cultural Background

Norwegians value 'Janteloven' (Law of Jante), which discourages showing off. Being polite but humble is key. The 'Goddag' greeting is understood across Sweden and Denmark as well, though they have their own versions (God dag).

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Smile!

Even if you are formal, a smile makes 'Goddag' much warmer.

Meaning

A formal greeting during the day.

💡

Smile!

Even if you are formal, a smile makes 'Goddag' much warmer.

Test Yourself

Which is the best greeting for a formal business meeting at 10 AM?

Goddag / Hei / Yo

✓ Correct! ✗ Not quite. Correct answer: Goddag

Goddag is the most formal and appropriate for a business setting.

🎉 Score: /1

Visual Learning Aids

Greeting Times

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Morning

  • • God morgen
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Day

  • • Goddag
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Evening

  • • God kveld

Practice Bank

1 exercises
Which is the best greeting for a formal business meeting at 10 AM? Choose A1

Goddag / Hei / Yo

✓ Correct! ✗ Not quite. Correct answer: Goddag

Goddag is the most formal and appropriate for a business setting.

🎉 Score: /1

Frequently Asked Questions

1 questions

No, use 'God kveld'.

Related Phrases

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God morgen

specialized form

Good morning

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God kveld

contrast

Good evening

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