At the A1 level, you will mostly see 'løp' as the past tense of the verb 'å løpe' (to run). For example, 'Jeg løp i går' (I ran yesterday). As a noun, you might encounter it in simple sports contexts like 'et løp' (a race). You should learn it as a basic word for a running competition. At this stage, don't worry too much about the abstract meanings. Just remember that it is a neuter noun (et løp) and that it means a race where people run. You might see it on signs for local fun runs or in children's books. Focus on the physical act of running and the event itself.
At the A2 level, you start using 'løp' in the very important phrase 'i løpet av'. This is one of the most useful expressions for describing when something happens. You will learn to say things like 'i løpet av helgen' (during the weekend) or 'i løpet av timen' (during the lesson). You also learn that 'løp' is a neuter noun that doesn't change in the plural indefinite: 'ett løp' (one race), 'to løp' (two races). You might begin to see compound words like 'skiløp' (ski race) or 'sykkelløp' (bicycle race). You should be able to talk about participating in a race and describe how long it lasted.
At the B1 level, you should master the various meanings of 'løp'. You are expected to use 'i løpet av' fluently in both speech and writing to indicate timeframes. You will also encounter 'løp' in more abstract contexts, such as 'utdanningsløp' (educational path) or 'arbeidsløp' (career path). You should understand the difference between 'løp' (the race/course) and 'løper' (the runner). At this level, you might also see 'løp' used in news reports about the 'course of events' (begivenhetenes løp). You should be able to discuss the progression of a project or a process using this word. It's also the level where you learn the idiom 'løpet er kjørt' (it's too late).
At the B2 level, you use 'løp' in technical and formal contexts. You will understand its use in geography (elveløp - river course) and mechanics (geværløp - gun barrel). You can use it to describe complex processes, such as 'sykdomsforløpet' (the progression of a disease) or 'produksjonsløpet' (the production cycle). Your use of 'i løpet av' should be precise, distinguishing it from 'under' or 'gjennom'. You are also expected to understand more nuanced idioms and expressions where 'løp' signifies a predetermined or natural progression. You can discuss historical developments by referring to 'historiens løp'.
At the C1 level, you have a deep understanding of the word's etymology and its subtle connotations in literature and formal rhetoric. You can use 'løp' to describe abstract flows of thought or the 'course of time' (tidens løp) with stylistic flair. You understand the nuances of compound words like 'kretsløp' (circulation/cycle) in biological or economic contexts. You can identify when 'løp' is used metaphorically to describe the inevitable direction of a situation. Your command of the word allows you to use it in legal or administrative Norwegian, describing 'saksgang' (the course of a case) as a 'prosessløp'.
At the C2 level, 'løp' is a tool for precise and evocative expression. You can use it in highly specialized fields, from ballistics to fluid dynamics, with total accuracy. You understand rare or archaic uses of the word in classical Norwegian literature. You can play with the word's multiple meanings (race, barrel, course, flow) to create puns or sophisticated metaphors. You are fully aware of the regional variations in how 'løp' might be used in different Norwegian dialects. Your mastery includes all idiomatic expressions, even the most obscure ones, and you can explain the historical development of the word from Old Norse 'hlaup' to its modern multifaceted usage.

løp em 30 segundos

  • Løp is a neuter noun meaning 'race', 'course', or 'run'.
  • It is most commonly used in the time phrase 'i løpet av' (during).
  • In sports, it refers to competitions like marathons or sprints.
  • It also describes the path of a river or the barrel of a gun.

The Norwegian word løp is a versatile neuter noun (et løp) that primarily translates to 'run', 'race', or 'course' in English. While it shares a root with the verb å løpe (to run), as a noun, it encapsulates the concept of a path, a duration, or a specific competitive event. Understanding 'løp' is essential for B1 learners because it moves beyond simple physical action into abstract temporal and technical contexts. It is a high-frequency word used in sports, daily scheduling, geography, and even mechanics.

Konkurranse (Competition)
In its most literal sense, 'et løp' refers to a race. Whether it is a 100-meter sprint, a marathon, or a cross-country ski race (skiløp), the word defines the organized event where participants compete against each other or the clock. Norwegians are avid outdoor enthusiasts, so you will frequently hear this in the context of 'skirenn' or 'orienteringsløp'.

Skal du delta i Oslo Maraton? Det er et veldig populært løp.

Tidsaspektet (The Time Aspect)
Perhaps the most common use for intermediate learners is the prepositional phrase 'i løpet av', which means 'during' or 'in the course of'. This usage describes a span of time within which an action occurs. For example, 'i løpet av uken' (during the week) or 'i løpet av samtalen' (during the conversation). It implies a progression from start to finish.
Teknisk og Geografisk (Technical and Geographical)
In more specialized settings, 'løp' refers to the barrel of a firearm (geværløp) or the channel/bed of a river (elveløp). It signifies a hollow or defined passage through which something (a bullet, water, or even a process) flows. This extension of the word highlights the concept of a directed path.

Elva har endret sitt løp over mange år på grunn av erosjon.

In summary, 'løp' is about movement through space or time. Whether you are running a race, finishing a task during the day, or tracking the flow of a river, 'løp' provides the structural framework for that movement. Its usage spans from the very concrete (a gun barrel) to the highly abstract (the course of history). As a B1 learner, mastering 'i løpet av' will immediately make your Norwegian sound more natural and fluid in conversations about time and planning.

Using 'løp' correctly involves understanding its grammatical role as a neuter noun and its idiomatic placement in temporal phrases. Because it looks identical to the past tense of the verb 'å løpe', you must look for articles like 'et' or 'det' to confirm it is a noun. Let's explore how to integrate this word into your daily Norwegian speech across different contexts.

Sentence Structure with Prepositions
The most vital structure for B1 learners is 'I løpet av + [Time Period]'. Note that the time period usually takes the definite form if it's a specific unit like 'uken' (the week) or 'dagen' (the day). If you are speaking about a duration of time (like 'three hours'), you use the indefinite: 'i løpet av tre timer'.

Vi må bli ferdige med prosjektet i løpet av uken.

Describing Competitions
When talking about sports, 'løp' can be modified by adjectives or other nouns to create compounds. For example, 'et tøft løp' (a tough race) or 'et terrengløp' (a cross-country race). Remember that since it is a neuter noun, adjectives must end in '-t': 'et raskt løp'.
Abstract and Technical Use
In more formal or academic Norwegian, 'løp' describes a sequence or development. 'Sykdomsforløpet' (the course of the illness) or 'utdanningsløpet' (the educational path/course) are common compound nouns. Here, 'løp' suggests a structured progression from start to finish.

Studentene følger et fastlagt løp gjennom hele bachelorgraden.

When writing, pay attention to the plural. Since it is a neuter noun with one syllable, the indefinite plural is the same as the singular: 'et løp' (one race), 'mange løp' (many races). The definite plural is 'løpene' (the races). This is a common point of confusion for English speakers who expect an '-er' ending. Practice saying 'mange løp' to get used to the lack of an ending in the plural indefinite form.

You will encounter 'løp' in a variety of environments, ranging from the casual to the professional. Its frequency in Norwegian life reflects the culture's emphasis on both physical activity and structured planning. Here are the most likely places you will hear or read this word in an authentic Norwegian context.

Sports Commentary and News
Norway is a sporting nation. On NRK or TV2, commentators will discuss 'dagens løp' (today's race) during skiing, athletics, or cycling events. You'll hear technical analysis of 'løpsopplegget' (the race plan) and how the athlete managed their pace throughout 'løpet'.

Det var et fantastisk løp av Jakob Ingebrigtsen!

Workplace and Education
In a professional setting, the phrase 'i løpet av' is ubiquitous. Managers will say, 'Vi må ta en beslutning i løpet av dagen' (We must make a decision during the day). In education, advisors talk about 'studieløp'—the specific sequence of courses a student takes to complete a degree.
Nature and Geography
When hiking or reading maps, you might see references to 'elveløp'. Norway's landscape is defined by its rivers and fjords. Understanding how water flows—its 'løp'—is part of the local geographical knowledge. Environmental news often covers how climate change affects the 'løp' of glaciers or rivers.

Vi fulgte elvas løp helt ned til fjorden.

Finally, in everyday social life, 'løp' appears in invitations. 'Bli med på et løp' is a common way to invite a friend to a 5k or a fun run. In political discourse, you might hear about 'begivenhetenes løp' (the course of events), referring to how a situation developed over time. By paying attention to these varied contexts, you will see that 'løp' is less about the act of running and more about the path or duration of an event.

Learners often struggle with 'løp' because it is a 'chameleon' word that changes meaning based on syntax and shares a form with a verb. Avoiding these common pitfalls will significantly improve your grammatical accuracy and naturalness in Norwegian.

Mistake 1: Confusing Noun and Verb Forms
The word 'løp' is both a noun (a race) and the past tense of 'å løpe' (ran). Beginners often say 'Jeg løp en maraton' (I ran a marathon) and then struggle to use the noun. Remember: 'Et løp' requires an article. 'Han løp (verb) et løp (noun)'. If you see 'løp' without an article or preposition, it is likely the past tense verb.

Feil: Jeg skal delta i en løp.
Riktig: Jeg skal delta i et løp.

Mistake 2: Incorrect Gender
Many learners default to the masculine 'en' for nouns. However, 'løp' is neuter: 'et løp'. This affects the adjectives and articles. You must say 'det lange løpet' (the long race) not 'den lange løpen'. Using the wrong gender is one of the most common markers of a non-native speaker.
Mistake 3: 'I løpet av' vs. 'Under'
While both can mean 'during', 'i løpet av' specifically emphasizes that something happened at some point within a timeframe. 'Under' often describes a continuous state. For example, 'Jeg sov under filmen' (I slept throughout the movie) vs. 'Jeg sovnet i løpet av filmen' (I fell asleep at some point during the movie).

Han ringte meg i løpet av middagen (at some point while we ate).

Finally, be careful with the plural definite form 'løpene'. Some learners try to say 'løpene' when they mean 'the runners' (løperne). Note the extra 'r' for people: 'løper' (runner) -> 'løperne' (the runners). 'Løp' (race) -> 'løpene' (the races). This small phonetic difference can lead to confusion in sports contexts.

To enrich your vocabulary, it is helpful to look at words that overlap with 'løp' but carry different nuances. Norwegian has several words for races, paths, and durations that you should distinguish from 'løp'.

Løp vs. Renn
'Løp' is generally used for running on foot. 'Renn', however, is the standard word for skiing competitions (skirenn). While you can say 'skiløp', 'renn' is more common in professional sports contexts. 'Løp' is broader; 'renn' is specific to sliding sports like skiing or sledding.
Løp vs. Konkurranse
'Konkurranse' is the general word for 'competition'. A 'løp' is a type of 'konkurranse'. You would use 'konkurranse' for a math quiz or a singing contest, but 'løp' only for events involving a track or a course.

Vi skal delta i en konkurranse, nærmere bestemt et terrengløp.

Løp vs. Bane
While 'løp' can mean a path, 'bane' refers to the physical track or lane. In a stadium, you run in 'bane 1' (lane 1) during the 'løp' (race). 'Bane' is the physical infrastructure; 'løp' is the event or the flow.
Løp vs. Kurs
In English, 'course' can mean a class you take or a direction. In Norwegian, 'kurs' is used for a class (en spanskkurs) or a compass heading. Use 'løp' for the 'course of events' (begivenhetenes løp) or a 'study path' (studieløp), but never for a specific 10-week class.

Understanding these distinctions helps you avoid 'Anglicisms'—direct translations from English that sound awkward in Norwegian. For instance, don't say 'i kurset av dagen' (incorrect) just because English says 'in the course of the day'. Always use 'i løpet av dagen'.

How Formal Is It?

Curiosidade

In Old Norse, 'hlaup' could also refer to a landslide or an avalanche, showing the word's history of describing powerful movement.

Guia de pronúncia

UK /løːp/
US /løːp/
Single syllable word, stress is on the whole word.
Rima com
Dåp Kjøp Rop Skap (near rhyme) Håp Gåp Søp (dialectal) Tåp
Erros comuns
  • Pronouncing 'ø' like 'o' (loop).
  • Pronouncing 'ø' like 'e' (lep).
  • Making the 'p' too soft or aspirated like in English.
  • Shortening the vowel too much.
  • Confusing it with 'lopp' (flea).

Exemplos por nível

1

Jeg så et løp på TV.

I saw a race on TV.

Noun 'et løp' is neuter.

2

Det er et kort løp.

It is a short race.

Adjective 'kort' is neutral to match 'løp'.

3

Løpet starter nå.

The race starts now.

Definite singular 'løpet'.

4

Hvem vant løpet?

Who won the race?

Subject-Verb-Object structure.

5

Jeg liker å se på løp.

I like to watch races.

Plural indefinite 'løp' (no ending).

6

Er dette et løp?

Is this a race?

Question form.

7

Løpet er i Oslo.

The race is in Oslo.

Preposition 'i' for location.

8

Vi ser et løp.

We see a race.

Simple present tense.

1

Jeg skal ringe deg i løpet av dagen.

I will call you during the day.

Common phrase 'i løpet av'.

2

Vi har mange løp i Norge.

We have many races in Norway.

Plural indefinite 'løp'.

3

I løpet av helgen skal jeg slappe av.

During the weekend, I will relax.

Inversion: Verb 'skal' comes before 'jeg' because the sentence starts with a time phrase.

4

Dette løpet er ti kilometer langt.

This race is ten kilometers long.

Demonstrative 'dette' for neuter nouns.

5

De vant alle løpene i år.

They won all the races this year.

Definite plural 'løpene'.

6

Hva skjedde i løpet av natten?

What happened during the night?

Question with 'i løpet av'.

7

Jeg lærte mye i løpet av kurset.

I learned a lot during the course.

Using 'løpet av' for duration.

8

Han deltok i et tøft løp.

He participated in a tough race.

Adjective 'tøft' matches neuter 'løp'.

1

I løpet av uken må vi ta en avgjørelse.

During the week, we must make a decision.

B1 level focus on decision making and time.

2

Løpet er kjørt, vi rekker ikke toget.

The race is run, we won't catch the train.

Idiomatic use of 'løpet er kjørt'.

3

Han har hatt et spennende yrkesløp.

He has had an exciting career path.

Compound word 'yrkesløp'.

4

I løpet av samtalen forsto jeg problemet.

During the conversation, I understood the problem.

Abstract duration.

5

Vi må følge det planlagte løpet.

We must follow the planned course.

Definite noun with adjective 'planlagte'.

6

Sykdommen hadde et mildt løp.

The illness had a mild course.

Medical context for 'løp'.

7

I løpet av de siste årene har mye endret seg.

During the last few years, much has changed.

Longer time period.

8

Dette er et løp for både amatører og profesjonelle.

This is a race for both amateurs and professionals.

Preposition 'for'.

1

Elva følger sitt naturlige løp gjennom dalen.

The river follows its natural course through the valley.

Geographical use.

2

I løpet av prosessen dukket det opp flere utfordringer.

During the process, several challenges emerged.

Formal process description.

3

Geværet har et riflet løp for bedre presisjon.

The rifle has a rifled barrel for better precision.

Technical/Mechanical use.

4

Det er viktig å se på det helhetlige utdanningsløpet.

It is important to look at the holistic educational path.

Compound word 'utdanningsløp'.

5

Prisene har steget kraftig i løpet av det siste kvartalet.

Prices have risen sharply during the last quarter.

Economic context.

6

Hendelsenes løp var umulig å forutse.

The course of events was impossible to predict.

Abstract 'course of events'.

7

Vi må sikre et trygt løp for alle involverte.

We must ensure a safe course for everyone involved.

Safety/Procedural context.

8

I løpet av kort tid vil situasjonen avklares.

In a short time, the situation will be clarified.

Phrase 'i løpet av kort tid'.

1

Tidens løp leger alle sår, sies det.

The course of time heals all wounds, it is said.

Philosophical/Literary use.

2

Sykdomsforløpet ble nøye overvåket av legene.

The progression of the disease was closely monitored by the doctors.

Compound word 'sykdomsforløp'.

3

I løpet av forhandlingene ble partene enige om et kompromiss.

During the negotiations, the parties agreed on a compromise.

Formal political context.

4

Vannet fant et nytt løp etter flommen.

The water found a new course after the flood.

Hydrological context.

5

Det er et fastlagt løp for saksbehandlingen i kommunen.

There is a fixed course for the case processing in the municipality.

Administrative Norwegian.

6

Han reflekterte over sitt eget livsløp.

He reflected on his own life course.

Compound word 'livsløp'.

7

I løpet av århundrene har språket endret seg radikalt.

Over the centuries, the language has changed radically.

Historical duration.

8

Det tekniske løpet krever stor nøyaktighet.

The technical process requires great accuracy.

Technical precision.

1

Det var et dristig løp å satse alt på ett kort.

It was a daring course of action to bet everything on one card.

Metaphorical 'løp' as a course of action.

2

Elveløpets meandere vitner om landskapets alder.

The meanders of the river course testify to the age of the landscape.

Advanced geographical terminology.

3

I løpet av denne avhandlingen vil jeg belyse tematikken.

In the course of this thesis, I will illuminate the theme.

Academic writing style.

4

Det er en iboende logikk i hendelsenes løp.

There is an inherent logic in the course of events.

Philosophical abstraction.

5

Geværløpets beskaffenhet er avgjørende for treffsikkerheten.

The condition of the gun barrel is decisive for accuracy.

Highly technical noun phrase.

6

Vi må vurdere om dette utdanningsløpet er bærekraftig.

We must evaluate whether this educational path is sustainable.

Policy-level discussion.

7

I løpet av de neste tiårene må vi transformere energisystemet.

Over the next decades, we must transform the energy system.

Macro-scale temporal planning.

8

Hun har fulgt et utradisjonelt løp i sin karriere.

She has followed an untraditional course in her career.

Nuanced career description.

Colocações comuns

I løpet av
Delta i et løp
Tidens løp
Elveløp
Utdanningsløp
Geværløp
Et tøft løp
Løpet er kjørt
Begivenhetenes løp
Kretsløp

Frases Comuns

I løpet av dagen

— At some point before the day is over.

Jeg ringer deg i løpet av dagen.

I løpet av kort tid

— Very soon or shortly.

Vi starter i løpet av kort tid.

Etter løpet

— After the race has finished.

Vi tar en kaffe etter løpet.

Gjennom hele løpet

— From the beginning to the end of the race/process.

Han ledet gjennom hele løpet.

I det lange løp

— In the long run; eventually.

Dette vil lønne seg i det lange løp.

Fastlagt løp

— A predetermined path or schedule.

Vi følger et fastlagt løp.

Eget løp

— One's own path or way of doing things.

Hun kjører sitt eget løp.

I løpet av natten

— During the night.

Det snødde i løpet av natten.

Løp for livet

— Run for your life (often used as a verb, but can refer to the act).

Det var et løp for livet.

Sykdommens løp

— The progression of the illness.

Vi følger nøye med på sykdommens løp.

Expressões idiomáticas

"Løpet er kjørt"

— It is too late; the opportunity is gone.

Vi rakk ikke fristen, så nå er løpet kjørt.

Informal/Neutral
"I det lange løp"

— Looking at the long-term result.

Trening hjelper i det lange løp.

General
"Kjøre sitt eget løp"

— To do things one's own way without listening to others.

Han hører ikke på råd, han kjører sitt eget løp.

Neutral/Informal
"Tidens løp"

— The passage of time.

Alt forandrer seg i tidens løp.

Literary
"Begivenhetenes løp"

— The natural progression of events.

Vi kan ikke kontrollere begivenhetenes løp.

Formal
"Naturens kretsløp"

— The cycle of nature (life and death).

Dette er en del av naturens kretsløp.

General
"I løpet av null komma niks"

— In no time at all; very quickly.

Han fikset bilen i løpet av null komma niks.

Slang/Informal
"Et tapt løp"

— A lost cause.

Det føltes som et tapt løp fra starten av.

Neutral
"Ligge godt an i løpet"

— To be in a good position during a process or race.

Vi ligger godt an i løpet mot målet.

Neutral
"Løpet ut"

— Until the very end.

Han fullførte løpet ut.

Neutral

Família de palavras

Substantivos

Løper (runner)
Løping (running - the activity)
Løpesko (running shoes)
Løpebane (running track)

Verbos

Å løpe (to run)
Å forløpe (to elapse/pass)
Å utløpe (to expire)

Adjetivos

Løpende (running/ongoing)
Lettløpt (easy to run on)

Relacionado

Renn
Fart
Mål
Start
Stafett

Memorize

Mnemônico

Think of 'løp' as a 'Loop'. A race often goes in a loop, and time is a loop that we move through 'i løpet av' (in the loop of).

Associação visual

Visualize a marathon runner running through a giant clock face. The runner is in a 'løp' (race) and moving 'i løpet av' (during) the hours.

Word Web

Maraton Tid Elv Gevær Konkurranse Varighet Utdanning Prosess

Desafio

Try to use 'i løpet av' three times today: once for a day, once for a week, and once for a specific activity like a meal.

Origem da palavra

Derived from the Old Norse word 'hlaup', which means a leap, a run, or a jump.

Significado original: A sudden movement or a jump.

Germanic, related to German 'Lauf' and English 'leap'.

Contexto cultural

No specific sensitivities, but be aware that 'geværløp' (gun barrel) is a technical term used in hunting and military contexts.

In English, we say 'in the course of'. Norwegian 'i løpet av' is the direct functional equivalent but used more frequently in casual speech.

Holmenkollstafetten (famous relay) Birkebeinerløpet (historic ski/run race) Jakob Ingebrigtsen (famous Norwegian runner)
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