Meaning
Requesting written information.
Cultural Background
Norwegians are very direct. You don't need to apologize excessively when asking for this. In meetings, it is common to ask for things to be written down to ensure everyone is on the same page. Teachers appreciate when students ask this, as it shows engagement.
Use 'ned'
Adding 'ned' makes you sound much more like a native speaker.
Be polite
Always add 'er du snill' (if you are kind) to make it extra polite.
Meaning
Requesting written information.
Use 'ned'
Adding 'ned' makes you sound much more like a native speaker.
Be polite
Always add 'er du snill' (if you are kind) to make it extra polite.
Don't be shy
Norwegians are happy to help learners by writing things down.
Test Yourself
Fill in the missing word.
Kan du skrive det ____?
'Skrive ned' is the standard phrasal verb for taking notes.
Which is the most natural way to ask?
Choose the best option.
Questions in Norwegian start with the verb.
Match the phrase to the meaning.
Kan du skrive det?
Skrive = write.
Complete the dialogue.
A: Hva er adressen? B: Den er Storgata 1. A: ____?
Asking for the address in writing is the most logical step.
🎉 Score: /4
Visual Learning Aids
Practice Bank
4 exercisesKan du skrive det ____?
'Skrive ned' is the standard phrasal verb for taking notes.
Choose the best option.
Questions in Norwegian start with the verb.
Match each item on the left with its pair on the right:
Skrive = write.
A: Hva er adressen? B: Den er Storgata 1. A: ____?
Asking for the address in writing is the most logical step.
🎉 Score: /4
Frequently Asked Questions
6 questionsNo, it is very helpful.
Yes, it is professional.
It is the object of the sentence.
Ask them to send it via SMS.
It is a strong verb (skriver, skrev, har skrevet).
Yes, 'Kan du skrive det i en e-post?'
Related Phrases
Skrive ned
synonymTo write down
Kan du gjenta det?
similarCan you repeat that?
Kan du stave det?
builds onCan you spell it?
