Greetings & Introductions
Use these practical phrases to introduce yourself to a new colleague and make basic small talk in the office.
Key Phrases
Hei! Jeg heter Anna, og jeg jobber her.
Hi! My name is Anna, and I work here.
💡 A simple and friendly way to introduce yourself at a new workplace.
Det er veldig hyggelig å hilse på deg.
It is very nice to meet you.
💡 A polite standard response when meeting someone for the first time.
Hvor kommer du egentlig fra?
Where do you actually come from?
💡 A common question to ask someone about their background.
Jeg kommer fra en annen by, men jeg bor her nå.
I come from another city, but I live here now.
Hvordan trives du på det nye kontoret ditt så langt?
How do you like it at your new office so far?
Jeg liker meg godt, og kollegaene er veldig hyggelige.
I like it well, and the colleagues are very nice.
Hva skal du gjøre etter jobben i dag?
What are you going to do after work today?
💡 Uses 'skal' + infinitive to express future plans.
Jeg skal spise middag sammen med noen gode venner.
I am going to eat dinner together with some good friends.
Det er en veldig god idé.
That is a very good idea.
Kos deg masse i kveld!
Enjoy yourself a lot tonight!
Tusen takk for det! Vi skal snakke mer i morgen.
Thank you very much for that! We will speak more tomorrow.