Norwegian is a North Germanic language that is related to Swedish and Danes.There is an array of spoken dialects as well as two written forms.Norwegian is spoken by over 5 million people in Norway and over 63,000 people outside of Norway.It is a good idea to learn one dialect first and then learn to understand other dialects.
Step 1: Basic Norwegian pronunciation is learned.
Norwegian has several vowels and dipthong sounds that are not used in English.There are exceptions and words that will be unfamiliar to English speakers in Norwegian pronunciation.If you want to travel to Norway, you should look into the dialect of the area you are visiting.You should practice the pronunciation in the dialect region you are visiting.
Step 2: Understand Norwegian greetings.
One of the first things you need to do when learning Norwegian is to pick up some common phrases.There are some listed below.The Norsk word is on the right, followed by the English word.Hello, Hallo.It is pronounced like: "Hollow" Hi Hei.My name is Jeg heter.How are you, Hvordan har du det.Ha det bra is pronounced like: "Hvorden har doo deh"It sounds like: "Haaduh bra" or "ha det", which means "bye" in one word.
Step 3: There are important words in Norwegian.
You won't have time to learn the language before you travel to Norway.To effectively communicate about basic daily needs, focus on first grasping and pronouncing words and phrases such as: I come from...I'm sorry, but it's pronounced like "Yay Kommur fra"It is pronounced like: "Behk-lah-gerr"It is pronounced like: "Un-shyl mei"It is pronounced like "yay elsker dei."
Step 4: You can learn a few questions.
Once you can greet people in Norwegian and begin a conversation, it is time to learn some questions.You will need to come up with a list of common questions related to your interests in Norway.Where are you from?Hvor kommer du fra?Do you speak English?Snakker du engelsk?I speak English and it is pronounced like "Snacker do ehng-ehlsk."Jeg snakker Engelsk.What did you say, "Yay snacker ehng-ehlsk"?Hva sa du?Can you speak more slowly?Do you mean Kan du snakke saktere?It means: "Kann do snak-ke sack-tereh." Where is the bathroom?It is pronounced like: "Vor er toalette?"
Step 5: For beginners, purchase a Norwegian book.
You should study as much as you can, to learn pronunciation, sentence structure, and vocabulary.If you want to learn Norsk, you should buy a dictionary and a phrase book.The store that specializes in languages should be able to help you choose a book.If you want to learn to speak Norwegian, you should expand your vocabulary and learn word pronunciation.If you want to learn to read, write, and translate Norwegian, you will need to know how to use regular and irregular verbs.Norwegian has relatively simple rules compared to other Germanic languages.One of the books for foreigners learning Norwegian is called Ta Ordet.
Step 6: You can use online resources to help you learn.
Look for sites that teach Norwegian.Audio clips will help you pronounce words correctly.There are websites like "Learn Norwegian Naturally" or "My Little Norway".
Step 7: Pick out a set of flashcards.
This is a great way to learn a language.If you are struggling to learn a part of Norwegian, you can use a note card and write the verbs on the back.Before you flip the card over, you need to recite as many of the conjugations as you can remember.A variety of information can be found on various sets of flashcards.If you want to quiz yourself on vocabulary, consider creating distinct sets.conjugateThere are articles and pronouns.
Step 8: Put Norwegian phrases on sticky notes.
This approach is similar to the flash cards in that you will remember more Norwegian vocabulary if you see it frequently.Take the sticky notes with you when you go to your house.You can put food vocabulary in your kitchen or on your writing desk.
Step 9: Search for Norwegian speakers to converse with.
You can look for a tutor in your area, or you can find online Norwegian friends who are willing to chat with you in Norwegian.This should be a place where you can make mistakes and ask questions.If you know any Norwegians who are trying to learn English, you can help them with it.
Step 10: Going to Norway would be a good idea.
If you want to see if you speak Norwegian well, go on a trip to Norway.This is the best way to learn the language.You will be surrounded by people who speak Norwegian.Norwegian language can be experienced in the context of daily life, rather than through online learning exercises.If you have friends who also speak Norwegian, it is a good idea to bring them along.English is the most commonly spoken language in Norway.
Step 11: You can subscribe toNorwegian magazine.
subscribe to a magazine written in NorwegianIt doesn't matter what kind of magazine it is, as long as it's written in Norwegian.A magazine can help you recognize and read written Norwegian.Look for magazines that are widely distributed, such as the men's lifestyle magazine, Allers.
Step 12: There are Norwegian films that you can watch.
This is a great way to learn about Norwegian culture and pronunciation.You can hear the language in real life when you watch films.If you keep the English subtitles on, you can follow along.When they are finally off, you should come to rely on the subtitles less and less.King of Devil's Island is one of the well known Norwegian films.