Significado
True friends are rare.
Contexto cultural
Norwegians value 'lojalitet' (loyalty) above almost all other social traits. Because the population is small, your reputation in a social circle matters immensely, and losing a good friend is seen as a significant personal loss. The concept of 'hygge' or 'kos' often involves a very small, intimate group of long-term friends. This proverb reinforces the idea that you don't need a crowd to be happy, just a few 'tree-less' friends. In rural areas, the metaphor of the tree is very literal. People live close to nature, and the comparison between the abundance of the forest and the scarcity of people is felt daily. In Oslo, where life is faster, this proverb is making a comeback as a critique of 'ghosting' and the disposable nature of dating/friendship apps.
Use it for 'The One'
This phrase is most powerful when used to describe that one person who has been with you through everything. It carries more weight than just saying 'you are a good friend'.
Watch the Plural
Always use 'trær' (plural). Using 'tre' (singular) makes the proverb sound like a mistake rather than a piece of wisdom.
Significado
True friends are rare.
Use it for 'The One'
This phrase is most powerful when used to describe that one person who has been with you through everything. It carries more weight than just saying 'you are a good friend'.
Watch the Plural
Always use 'trær' (plural). Using 'tre' (singular) makes the proverb sound like a mistake rather than a piece of wisdom.
The 'Venn' vs 'Bekjent' distinction
In Norway, 'venn' is a strong word. Most people you know are 'bekjente' (acquaintances). Use this proverb only for 'venner'.
Ponte a prueba
Fyll inn det manglende ordet i ordtaket.
Gode venner vokser ikke på _______.
Ordtaket bruker flertallsformen 'trær'.
Hva betyr ordtaket?
Når noen sier 'gode venner vokser ikke på trær', mener de at:
Ordtaket er en metafor for at gode venner er vanskelige å finne.
Fullfør dialogen med riktig setning.
A: Jeg er så lei meg for at jeg kranglet med bestevennen min. B: Du bør si unnskyld. ________________.
Dette er det beste rådet for å minne noen på å ta vare på et vennskap.
Hvilken situasjon passer best til ordtaket?
Velg situasjonen der det er mest naturlig å bruke dette uttrykket.
Dette viser en 'venn i nøden', som er akkurat det ordtaket handler om.
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Ayudas visuales
Acquaintance vs. Friend
Banco de ejercicios
4 ejerciciosGode venner vokser ikke på _______.
Ordtaket bruker flertallsformen 'trær'.
Når noen sier 'gode venner vokser ikke på trær', mener de at:
Ordtaket er en metafor for at gode venner er vanskelige å finne.
A: Jeg er så lei meg for at jeg kranglet med bestevennen min. B: Du bør si unnskyld. ________________.
Dette er det beste rådet for å minne noen på å ta vare på et vennskap.
Velg situasjonen der det er mest naturlig å bruke dette uttrykket.
Dette viser en 'venn i nøden', som er akkurat det ordtaket handler om.
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Preguntas frecuentes
10 preguntasNot at all! While it's an old proverb, it's very common on social media and in modern TV shows to express sincere emotion.
Yes, but only if you have a genuine personal relationship with the colleague. It's great for a farewell speech.
Trees are taller and more permanent than bushes, making the metaphor of 'growth' feel more significant and long-term.
Yes, the adjective 'gode' is part of the fixed form. You wouldn't say 'snille venner' in this proverb.
Yes! Many Norwegians consider their partner their best friend, so it's a very romantic thing to say.
Forgetting the 'e' on 'gode' or the 'r' on 'trær'. Plural agreement is key.
Sometimes people just say 'Venner vokser ikke på trær', dropping the 'gode', but it's less common.
Usually no. For family, we use 'Blod er tykkere enn vann' (Blood is thicker than water).
Open your mouth wide for the 'æ' sound, like you're at the dentist, and roll the 'r' at the end.
Yes: 'Gode vener veks ikkje på tre.' (Note the different spelling of friends and grow).
Frases relacionadas
En venn i nøden
similarA friend in need (is a friend indeed).
Å vokse fra hverandre
contrastTo grow apart.
Som hund og katt
contrastLike cat and dog (fighting).
Å holde sammen i tykt og tynt
builds onTo stick together through thick and thin.
