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Introduction
In today's lesson, we will be exploring vocabulary related to relationships, including friendships, romantic love, and marriage in Danish. Building on the previous vocabulary we have covered in the "Complete 0 to A1 Danish Course," we will expand our knowledge of the Danish language by learning important words and phrases that relate to our social lives.
Finish this lesson and explore these related pages: Dining Out & Beverages.
Types of Relationships
Friendship
In Danish, when referring to a friend, you would use the word "ven". As in English, you can use different adjectives to distinguish a close friend ("nær ven") or a casual friend ("bekendt").
Here are some additional terms related to friendship in Danish:
| Danish | Pronunciation | English |
|---|---|---|
| bedste ven | [bɛdə ˈvɛn] | best friend |
| ungdomsven | [ˈʌŋdomsˌvɛn] | childhood friend |
| brevven | [ˈbʁɛvˌvɛn] | pen pal |
| festven(inde) | [fɛst ˈvɛn(inə)] | party friend |
Romantic Love
In Danish, you can use different terms to describe romantic love, depending on the nature of the relationship. Here are some examples:
| Danish | Pronunciation | English |
|---|---|---|
| kæreste | [ˈkæːʁəstə] | boyfriend/girlfriend |
| elsker(inde) | [ˈɛlskəʁ(inə)] | lover |
| ægtefælle | [ˈɛktəˌfɛlə] | spouse |
| forlovet | [foɐ̯ˈloːvəd] | fiancé(e) |
Marriage
When it comes to marriage, here are some key terms to know:
| Danish | Pronunciation | English |
|---|---|---|
| bryllup | [ˈbʁylːop] | wedding |
| brudgom | [ˈbʁuːdɡ̊ʌm] | groom |
| brud | [bʁuð] | bride |
| vielse | [ˈviːˌləsə] | marriage ceremony |
| ægteskab | [ˈɛktəsˌkɑp] | marriage |
Here are some Danish expressions related to relationships:
- At have en flirt: To have a fling
- At tage sig af hinanden: To take care of each other
- At savne en person: To miss someone
- At finde den rette: To find the right one
- At være sammen: To be together
Conclusion
Congratulations! You have now expanded your knowledge of Danish vocabulary related to relationships. Continue practicing these words and phrases in your daily life, and soon you will be able to use them with ease. Remember, the key to language learning is practice and repetition!
Great work on completing this lesson! Take a moment to investigate these connected pages: Useful Expression in Danish & Adjectives in Danish.
Other Lessons
- Everyday Life
- How to Say Hello and Greetings
- Beverages
- Transportation
- Ordinal Numbers in Danish
- Drinks
- Computer
- Feelings and Emotions
- Dining Out
- Work and Employment
Sources
- How to Say I Love You in Danish - Romantic Word List
- Why learning Danish might be easier than you think | British Council
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