意思
It is quite good.
文化背景
Modesty is key. Using this phrase helps you blend in and avoid appearing boastful. Similar to Sweden and Denmark, the 'not bad' idiom is a cornerstone of polite, low-key social interaction. In international business, Norwegians might use this to praise a partner, which can sometimes be misinterpreted as lukewarm by cultures that prefer high-energy praise.
Use the intonation
Say it with a slight smile and a nod to show you really mean it's good.
Don't overdo it
One 'Det er ikke verst' is enough. Don't repeat it too much in one conversation.
意思
It is quite good.
Use the intonation
Say it with a slight smile and a nod to show you really mean it's good.
Don't overdo it
One 'Det er ikke verst' is enough. Don't repeat it too much in one conversation.
自我测试
Which phrase is the most natural way to compliment someone modestly?
A friend shows you their new drawing. You say: ____
'Det er ikke verst' is the standard idiomatic expression.
Fill in the missing word.
Det er ikke ____.
The phrase is 'Det er ikke verst'.
Match the phrase to its meaning.
Det er ikke verst
It is an understatement for 'quite good'.
Complete the dialogue.
A: Jeg løp 5 kilometer i dag! B: ____
This is a positive response to an achievement.
🎉 得分： /4
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4 练习A friend shows you their new drawing. You say: ____
'Det er ikke verst' is the standard idiomatic expression.
Det er ikke ____.
The phrase is 'Det er ikke verst'.
将左侧的每个项目与右侧的配对匹配:
It is an understatement for 'quite good'.
A: Jeg løp 5 kilometer i dag! B: ____
This is a positive response to an achievement.
🎉 得分： /4
常见问题
8 个问题No, it is very polite and modest.
It is best for performance or quality.
It is neutral and fits most situations.
It is a fixed idiom.
Yes, to praise their work.
Yes, in emails and texts.
It means better than okay.
Say 'Takk!' (Thanks).
相关表达
Ikke så verst
similarNot so bad
Ganske bra
synonymQuite good
Ikke dårlig
contrastNot bad
