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Understanding relationships is a fundamental aspect of human interaction, and in learning a language, it's no different. Knowing how to express feelings, describe connections, and communicate effectively about relationships is crucial for building friendships and fostering communication in any language. In this lesson, we will explore Danish vocabulary related to friendship, love, and marriage.

Learning this vocabulary will enrich your understanding of Danish culture and enhance your ability to engage in conversations about personal connections. Through this lesson, you will be equipped with essential words and phrases that will allow you to discuss your relationships in Danish, whether they are familial, platonic, or romantic.

In the following sections, we will break down the vocabulary into categories, provide examples, and engage in practice exercises to reinforce your learning.

Vocabulary Related to Friendship

Friendship is a vital part of life, and expressing your feelings about friends is important. Here are some key terms and phrases related to friendship in Danish:

Danish	Pronunciation	English
ven	[ven]	friend
venskab	[ˈvɛnˌskæb]	friendship
bedste ven	[ˈbɛsdə vɛn]	best friend
nære venner	[ˈnæːʁə ˈvɛnɐ]	close friends
at hænge ud	[at ˈhɛŋə uð]	to hang out
at støtte	[at ˈstøtˀə]	to support
at dele hemmeligheder	[at ˈdeːlə ˈhɛmliˌheðɐ]	to share secrets
at grine sammen	[at ˈɡʁiːnə ˈsæmən]	to laugh together
at have det sjovt	[at ˈhæːvə dɛ ˈsjɔʊ̯ft]	to have fun
veninde	[veˈnɪnðə]	female friend

Expressions of Friendship

Understanding how to express friendship in Danish is just as important as the vocabulary itself. Here are a few common phrases you might use:

Danish	Pronunciation	English
Du er en god ven.	[duː ær en ɡoːd ven]	You are a good friend.
Jeg holder af dig.	[jɑj ˈhʌlːɐ æf dɑj]	I care about you.
Lad os hænge ud i morgen.	[læːd ʌs ˈhɛŋə uð i ˈmɔʁn]	Let's hang out tomorrow.
Tak for din støtte.	[tɑk fɔʁ din ˈstøtːə]	Thank you for your support.

Vocabulary Related to Love

Love is a powerful emotion, and expressing it in Danish can deepen connections. Here are some essential words related to love:

Danish	Pronunciation	English
kærlighed	[ˈkæːʁliˌheð]	love
at elske	[at ˈelsɡə]	to love
kæreste	[ˈkæʁəstə]	sweetheart or boyfriend/girlfriend
forelsket	[foʁˈɛlskəd]	in love
at være forelsket	[at ˈvæːʁə foʁˈɛlskəd]	to be in love
hjerte	[ˈjæʁdə]	heart
at give kærlighed	[at ˈɡiːvə ˈkæːʁliˌheð]	to give love
romantisk	[ʁoˈmɑnˌtisk]	romantic
at kysse	[at ˈkʏsə]	to kiss
at holde i hånden	[at ˈhɔldə i ˈhɔndən]	to hold hands

Expressions of Love

When it comes to expressing love, language is powerful. Here are some phrases that can help convey your feelings:

Danish	Pronunciation	English
Jeg elsker dig.	[jɑj ˈelsker dɑj]	I love you.
Du har mit hjerte.	[duː hɑːʁ mit ˈjæʁdə]	You have my heart.
Jeg er forelsket i dig.	[jɑj æʁ foʁˈɛlskəd i dɑj]	I am in love with you.
Du betyder meget for mig.	[duː bɪˈtyːdə ˈmaɪ̯ð fɔʁ mɑj]	You mean a lot to me.

Vocabulary Related to Marriage

Marriage is an important institution in many cultures, including Denmark. Here are some key terms related to marriage:

Danish	Pronunciation	English
ægteskab	[ˈɛɡdəˌskæb]	marriage
at gifte sig	[at ˈɡifdə sɑj]	to get married
mand	[man]	husband
kone	[ˈkoːnə]	wife
bryllup	[ˈbʁʏlˌlɔp]	wedding
vielse	[ˈviːəlˌsə]	ceremony
at dele liv	[at ˈdeːlə liːv]	to share life
at tage hinanden i hånden	[at ˈtæː ˈhiːnændən i ˈhɔndən]	to take each other’s hand
ægteskabsforhold	[ˈɛgdəˌskæbsˌfɔʁˌhɔld]	marriage relationship
kærlighedsægteskab	[ˈkæːʁliˌheðˌsɛɡdəˌskæb]	love marriage

Expressions Related to Marriage

Here are some phrases that can be useful when talking about marriage:

Danish	Pronunciation	English
Jeg vil gerne gifte mig.	[jɑj vɪl ˈɡɛːnə ˈɡifdə mɑj]	I want to get married.
Vi skal giftes næste år.	[viː skɛl ˈɡifdə ˈnɛsdə ɒːʁ]	We will get married next year.
Vores bryllup var fantastisk.	[ˈvɔʁəs ˈbʁʏlˌlɔp vɑʁ fɑnˈtɑstɪsk]	Our wedding was fantastic.
Jeg elsker min kone.	[jɑj ˈelsker min ˈkoːnə]	I love my wife.

Practice Exercises

Now that you have learned a variety of vocabulary related to relationships, it's time to put your knowledge to the test! Below are some exercises designed to help you practice what you've learned.

Exercise 1: Match the Vocabulary

Match the Danish words with their English translations.

Danish	English
ven
ægteskab
kærlighed
at gifte sig
nære venner

Answers:

1. friend

2. marriage

3. love

4. to get married

5. close friends

Exercise 2: Fill in the Blanks

Complete the sentences with the appropriate Danish vocabulary.

1. Jeg har en ___ (friend).

2. Vi skal ___ (get married) næste måned.

3. Kærlighed er ___ (love) i livet.

Answers:

1. ven

2. gifte sig

3. vigtig

Exercise 3: Translate the Sentences

Translate the following sentences from English to Danish.

1. I love you.

2. We are close friends.

3. The wedding was beautiful.

Answers:

1. Jeg elsker dig.

2. Vi er nære venner.

3. Brylluppet var smukt.

Exercise 4: Create Your Own Sentences

Write sentences using the vocabulary you learned in this lesson. Share your sentences with your classmates for feedback.

Example Sentences:

• Jeg holder af min bedste ven. (I care about my best friend.)

• Jeg er forelsket i dig. (I am in love with you.)

Exercise 5: Role Play

Partner with a classmate and role-play a conversation where you express feelings of friendship, love, or discuss marriage plans. Use as much vocabulary from this lesson as possible.

Exercise 6: Listening and Speaking

Listen to a native Danish speaker say sentences that include the vocabulary words. Repeat after them to practice your pronunciation.

Exercise 7: Vocabulary Quiz

Create a quiz with 10 multiple-choice questions about the vocabulary learned in this lesson.

Exercise 8: Write a Short Dialogue

Write a short dialogue between two friends discussing their plans for the weekend using the vocabulary from this lesson.

Exercise 9: Identify the Vocabulary

From a given paragraph about relationships, identify and underline all the vocabulary words learned in this lesson.

Exercise 10: Group Discussion

Join a group discussion on the topic of friendship and love. Share your thoughts and use the vocabulary from this lesson to express your opinions.

With these exercises, you can apply your newfound vocabulary in practical situations, enhancing your conversational skills in Danish. Remember, practice makes perfect!

Table of Contents - Danish Course - 0 to A1

• Course Presentation

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Introduction to Danish Alphabet and Pronunciation

• Danish Alphabet
• Pronunciation Basics

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Everyday Phrases and Greetings

• Greetings and Introductions
• Common Phrases

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Basic Sentence Structure and Word Order

• Subject-Verb-Object
• Questions and Negations

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Numbers, Dates, and Time

• Numbers 1-100
• Days, Months, and Seasons
• Telling Time

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Nouns and Articles

• Definite and Indefinite Articles
• Plurals and Possessives

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Family, Relationships, and Occupations

• Family Members
• Relationships
• Occupations

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Adjectives and Adverbs

• Adjective Forms and Agreement
• Comparatives and Superlatives
• Adverbs

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Food, Drinks, and Dining

• Food and Drinks
• Dining Out

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Verbs and Tenses

• Regular Verbs
• Irregular Verbs
• Modal Verbs

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Travel and Transportation

• Modes of Transportation
• Travel Vocabulary

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Danish Culture and Traditions

• Holidays and Celebrations
• Danish Customs and Etiquette

Sources

• How to Say I Love You in Danish - Romantic Word List
• Why learning Danish might be easier than you think | British Council

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

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