https://feeds.thelocal.com/ Read the latest news and views from Norway in English en-us news@thelocal.com (TheLocal) webmaster@thelocal.com (TheLocal) TheLocal RSS Feed As summer tightens its hold on Norway, the sunny weather is becoming an increasingly popular subject of discussion. If you're wondering how to talk about rising temperatures like a true local, we've got you covered. https://www.thelocal.no/20230613/how-to-speak-about-the-heat-in-norway-like-a-local Tue, 13 Jun 2023 13:36:12 +0200 how-to-speak-about-the-heat-in-norway-like-a-local Norwegians are known for their straightforwardness, and the lack of a direct translation for the word 'please' in Norwegian does nothing to soften that reputation. https://www.thelocal.no/20241004/how-do-you-say-please-in-norwegian Fri, 04 Oct 2024 15:46:52 +0200 how-do-you-say-please-in-norwegian Commuting to work is hardly the most exciting of endeavours. When the train is running late and the PA announcements are in a language you don’t speak, it can go from mild annoyance to major frustration. https://www.thelocal.no/20230905/buss-for-tog-the-words-to-help-you-navigate-public-transport-in-norway Tue, 05 Sep 2023 16:13:38 +0200 buss-for-tog-the-words-to-help-you-navigate-public-transport-in-norway Few things are as straightforward as saying hello in Norwegian. However, that doesn't mean that you don't have a number of options to do so, depending on the circumstances. https://www.thelocal.no/20240909/hei-heissan-hva-skjer-how-many-ways-can-you-say-hello-in-norwegian Mon, 09 Sep 2024 16:13:02 +0200 hei-heissan-hva-skjer-how-many-ways-can-you-say-hello-in-norwegian Plenty of Scandinavian brands have made it overseas, but did you realise these companies have Nordic origins? https://www.thelocal.no/20231128/eight-brands-you-didnt-know-were-nordic-and-two-that-wish-they-were Tue, 28 Nov 2023 15:53:13 +0100 eight-brands-you-didnt-know-were-nordic-and-two-that-wish-they-were There's probably no country in the world that takes Christmas as seriously as Norway and the "julehilsen", or "Christmas greetings" are no exception. Here are the main ones and how to use them. https://www.thelocal.no/20241213/how-and-when-to-wish-people-a-happy-christmas-in-norwegian Fri, 13 Dec 2024 12:59:56 +0100 how-and-when-to-wish-people-a-happy-christmas-in-norwegian Learning Norwegian can seem like an intimidating prospect. The Local asked Norwegian language expert Tor Mæhre for his top three tips to help you learn Norwegian more efficiently. https://www.thelocal.no/20230303/a-language-experts-three-tips-for-learning-norwegian Fri, 03 Mar 2023 16:59:08 +0100 a-language-experts-three-tips-for-learning-norwegian Renting a property in Norway can be a daunting process, especially if you're not familiar with Norwegian real estate terminology. To help you navigate the rental market effectively, we've compiled a list of essential vocabulary you'll encounter in rental ads. https://www.thelocal.no/20231031/renting-in-norway-the-key-vocab-you-need-to-understand-for-rental-ads Tue, 31 Oct 2023 13:13:17 +0100 renting-in-norway-the-key-vocab-you-need-to-understand-for-rental-ads If you take Norwegian property ads at face value, you might find yourself waist-deep in renovation bills. The Local has put together a guide to help you read between the lines. https://www.thelocal.no/20240903/the-five-words-estate-agents-in-norway-use-when-they-want-to-rip-you-off Tue, 03 Sep 2024 12:55:50 +0200 the-five-words-estate-agents-in-norway-use-when-they-want-to-rip-you-off Mastering the Norwegian language involves overcoming numerous hurdles, big and small. Being aware of these pitfalls can help you on your road to fluency. https://www.thelocal.no/20230522/the-most-common-mistakes-you-are-likely-to-make-when-learning-norwegian Mon, 22 May 2023 13:23:08 +0200 the-most-common-mistakes-you-are-likely-to-make-when-learning-norwegian It's very common to hear English spoken all over Norway. The Local's readers shared their thoughts on whether you'll be able to get by without learning Norwegian. https://www.thelocal.no/20221130/readers-reveal-can-you-get-by-in-norway-with-just-english Wed, 30 Nov 2022 14:07:39 +0100 readers-reveal-can-you-get-by-in-norway-with-just-english Norwegian police and prosecutors use terminology in criminal investigations and trials that don’t always match the words used in English-language systems. We explain the various terms in use. https://www.thelocal.no/20250415/explained-what-the-key-norwegian-words-in-criminal-investigations-mean Tue, 15 Apr 2025 16:47:36 +0200 explained-what-the-key-norwegian-words-in-criminal-investigations-mean There are several different ways you can choose to answer the phone in Norwegian, but which should you use in a given situation? https://www.thelocal.no/20250409/how-to-answer-the-phone-in-norwegian-in-norway Wed, 09 Apr 2025 18:27:26 +0200 how-to-answer-the-phone-in-norwegian-in-norway Valentine's Day is around the corner and if you're looking for a way to woo your better half in Norwegian, we've got you covered. https://www.thelocal.no/20230214/11-romantic-expressions-to-woo-a-norwegian Tue, 14 Feb 2023 12:54:26 +0100 11-romantic-expressions-to-woo-a-norwegian You may have heard it spoken by young people in Oslo or seen it mentioned as part of a broader public discourse in Norway, but what does the term ‘Kebabnorsk' really mean? https://www.thelocal.no/20230613/explained-what-exactly-is-kebabnorsk Tue, 13 Jun 2023 16:34:10 +0200 explained-what-exactly-is-kebabnorsk So, you want to learn Norwegian? We’ve looked into the most common myths about the language and why they’re not true to help you get a better grip on things. https://www.thelocal.no/20250131/five-myths-about-the-norwegian-language Fri, 31 Jan 2025 17:25:30 +0100 five-myths-about-the-norwegian-language The influence of English on the Norwegian language and culture has, once again, sparked an intense debate in Norway. Is this development a natural progression, or should language purists be worried? https://www.thelocal.no/20241105/is-norwegian-becoming-too-english Tue, 05 Nov 2024 12:00:04 +0100 is-norwegian-becoming-too-english Nynorsk - Norway's second official written language - is a key part of the country's history and is the official form of Norwegian in parts of the country. https://www.thelocal.no/20210713/what-foreigners-in-norway-need-to-know-about-nynorsk Tue, 13 Jul 2021 19:50:37 +0200 what-foreigners-in-norway-need-to-know-about-nynorsk Many people who have settled in Norway aim to become citizens. The process involves some specific terminology you'll want to familiarise yourself with. https://www.thelocal.no/20240625/the-norwegian-vocab-you-need-to-understand-the-citizenship-process Tue, 25 Jun 2024 17:26:44 +0200 the-norwegian-vocab-you-need-to-understand-the-citizenship-process Norwegian language courses are pretty expensive. Their price has increased significantly in recent years, leaving many people planning to move to Norway looking for cheaper alternatives. https://www.thelocal.no/20221117/what-are-the-cheapest-ways-to-learn-norwegian Thu, 17 Nov 2022 11:00:12 +0100 what-are-the-cheapest-ways-to-learn-norwegian