Listen "#2 Uniquely simple and tricky - an introduction to Norwegian grammar & pronunciation [grammatikk] [uttale] [pronunciation]"
Episode Synopsis
Send us a textNorwegian grammar appears intimidating at first glance but actually offers surprising simplicity in many areas compared to other languages. This episode provides essential knowledge about Norwegian grammar patterns and pronunciation features that will help beginners understand key language mechanics.• Norwegian verb conjugation is straightforward with only two main past tenses and no changes based on subject• Nouns have three genders (masculine, feminine, neuter), but you can simplify by treating feminine nouns as masculine• Definite articles ("the") attach to the end of nouns rather than appearing as separate words• Word order follows strict rules with verbs (almost) always in second position (called inversion).• Prepositions often don't translate directly from English. • Norwegian has three additional letters (Æ, Ø, Å) and several letters pronounced differently than in English• Advanced pronunciation includes compound word stress patterns and tonal distinctions (tonems). All of these subjects will be treated more in detail in further episodes, stay tuned! Support the showDo you like the podcast? :) Feel free to buy me a coffee :) buymeacoffee.com/thenorwegianpuzzle .... This podcast is available on Spotify, Apple Podcast, Youtube, Deezer and Podcast Addict. .... Transcript available here: https://the-norwegian-puzzle.buzzsprout.com .... Questions? Feedback? Get in touch! [email protected] .... Other places to find me: www.norsk-med-silje.com www.facebook.com/norskmedsilje www.instagram.com/norskmedsilje www.linkedin.com/in/silje-linn-moss
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