Significado
It does not matter much.
Contexto cultural
Norwegians value 'kos' and low-conflict interactions. This phrase is a staple of that culture. Similar attitudes exist in Sweden ('Det är ingen fara') and Denmark ('Det er ikke så farligt'). In a Norwegian office, this phrase is used to maintain a flat hierarchy and avoid blaming colleagues. It is considered polite to use this phrase even if the mistake was slightly annoying, to show you are a 'good sport'.
Don't overthink it
This phrase is meant to be casual. Don't worry about perfect grammar; just say it with a smile.
Context is key
Never use this if someone is crying or seriously hurt. It will sound very rude.
Significado
It does not matter much.
Don't overthink it
This phrase is meant to be casual. Don't worry about perfect grammar; just say it with a smile.
Context is key
Never use this if someone is crying or seriously hurt. It will sound very rude.
Pair it with a smile
The tone of voice and a friendly smile make this phrase much more effective.
Norwegian 'kos'
This phrase helps maintain the 'kos' (cozy/friendly) atmosphere in Norway.
Teste-se
Fill in the missing word.
Det er ikke ___ farlig.
The phrase requires the intensifier 'så' to function correctly.
Which response is most appropriate when a friend spills water?
Friend: 'Beklager, jeg sølte vann!'
This is the standard, polite way to reassure someone after a minor accident.
Complete the dialogue.
A: 'Jeg glemte å ringe deg i går.' B: ________
This phrase is the perfect way to forgive a minor oversight.
Match the situation to the correct response.
Situation: Someone is worried about being 2 minutes late.
The phrase is used to minimize the importance of the delay.
🎉 Pontuação: /4
Recursos visuais
Banco de exercicios
4 exerciciosDet er ikke ___ farlig.
The phrase requires the intensifier 'så' to function correctly.
Friend: 'Beklager, jeg sølte vann!'
This is the standard, polite way to reassure someone after a minor accident.
A: 'Jeg glemte å ringe deg i går.' B: ________
This phrase is the perfect way to forgive a minor oversight.
Situation: Someone is worried about being 2 minutes late.
The phrase is used to minimize the importance of the delay.
🎉 Pontuação: /4
Perguntas frequentes
12 perguntasYes, but keep it casual. It's better for internal team emails than formal client correspondence.
It depends on your relationship. If you have a friendly, informal relationship, it's fine. If it's very formal, choose a more professional phrase.
It acts as an intensifier, softening the meaning of 'farlig'.
It sounds a bit blunt and less natural, but still understandable.
Yes, it is standard Norwegian (Bokmål) and understood everywhere.
No, it will sound dismissive.
'Farlig' relates to danger/consequence, 'viktig' relates to priority.
No, it is neutral to informal.
No, just accept the apology with this phrase.
Focus on the retroflex 'l' sound.
Yes, it's great for showing you are relaxed and easy-going.
Yes, e.g., 'Det er ikke så farlig om det regner'.
Frases relacionadas
Det gjør ingenting
synonymIt doesn't matter
Det går greit
similarIt's okay
Ikke noe problem
similarNo problem
Det er ikke så nøye
similarIt's not that important
