Survival Phrases
The exact phrases you need for real life abroad — with practice dialogues and audio, for every level.
Practice pronunciationGreetings & Socializing
Meeting people, small talk, and everyday politeness.
Greetings & Introductions
Use these essential phrases to confidently greet people, introduce yourself, and make simple small talk in Norwegian.
Making Small Talk
Use these phrases to greet people, chat about everyday topics like the weather or weekend, and politely end a conversation.
Saying Goodbye
Use these essential phrases to politely end conversations, excuse yourself, and say goodbye in everyday situations.
Thanking & Apologizing
Here are the most natural ways to express thanks, apologize, and politely get past people in everyday Norwegian life.
Invitations & Making Plans
Use these phrases to navigate everyday social invitations, from asking coworkers out for a drink to locking in the time and place.
Congratulations & Celebrations
Use these phrases to congratulate people on birthdays, new jobs, weddings, or other happy occasions.
Talking About Family
Use these phrases to ask and answer common questions about family, relationships, and where your relatives live in everyday conversations.
Saying No Politely
Use these phrases to politely decline offers or invitations, provide a simple reason, and suggest alternative plans.