Meaning
Asking for news or updates.
Cultural Background
Norwegians are generally reserved, so 'Hva skjer?' is a great way to show you are friendly without being intrusive. In Oslo, adding 'a' to the end is extremely common among the youth. Even in casual offices, use it with caution. It's best reserved for peers. It is a standard, if slightly unoriginal, way to start a conversation on apps.
Keep it casual
Only use this with friends or people you know well.
Add 'a'
Adding 'a' to the end makes you sound like a local.
Meaning
Asking for news or updates.
Keep it casual
Only use this with friends or people you know well.
Add 'a'
Adding 'a' to the end makes you sound like a local.
Don't over-explain
A simple 'Ikke mye' is usually the expected answer.
Test Yourself
Fill in the missing word.
Hva ____?
The phrase is 'Hva skjer'.
Which is the most appropriate response to 'Hva skjer?'
Choose the best option.
It's the standard casual response.
Match the situation to the phrase.
You see a friend at the store.
It's an informal greeting.
🎉 Score: /3
Visual Learning Aids
Practice Bank
3 exercisesHva ____?
The phrase is 'Hva skjer'.
Choose the best option.
It's the standard casual response.
You see a friend at the store.
It's an informal greeting.
🎉 Score: /3
Frequently Asked Questions
3 questionsNo, it is too informal. Use 'Hvordan går det?' instead.
It is a colloquial contraction of 'da', adding a friendly, conversational tone.
Yes, it can be seen as overly familiar.
Related Phrases
Hvordan går det?
similarHow is it going?
Hva gjør du?
similarWhat are you doing?
Alt bra?
similarEverything good?
Lenge siden sist!
builds onLong time no see!
