Meaning
Wishing someone success in their future tasks.
Cultural Background
It is common to say this even to strangers in service roles. The phrase is used across Sweden and Denmark with slight spelling variations.
Keep it simple
You don't need to add anything else. Just 'Lykke til videre' is perfect.
Professionalism
It is the safest and most polite way to end any email in Norway.
Meaning
Wishing someone success in their future tasks.
Keep it simple
You don't need to add anything else. Just 'Lykke til videre' is perfect.
Professionalism
It is the safest and most polite way to end any email in Norway.
Test Yourself
Which is the most natural way to wish a colleague luck as they leave?
Colleague: 'I'm off to my new job!' You: ...
Option A is the standard, correct phrase.
🎉 Score: /1
Visual Learning Aids
Practice Bank
1 exercisesColleague: 'I'm off to my new job!' You: ...
Option A is the standard, correct phrase.
🎉 Score: /1
Frequently Asked Questions
2 questionsYes, it is perfectly polite.
No, use it for school, hobbies, or life changes.
Related Phrases
Ha det bra
similarGoodbye
Lykke til
builds onGood luck
