Learn the basics of Norwegian language
Do you want to learn Norwegian? Or at least to be able to say some phrases convincingly?
Read more
Do you want to learn Norwegian? Or at least to be able to say some phrases convincingly?
Do you want to learn Norwegian? Or at least to be able to say some phrases convincingly?
This course gives you the basics for communication. In the course you will find more than an hour of video-material, where special attention is paid to pronunciation through my technique of using body language to demonstrate pronunciation and by using IPA (International Phonetic Alphabet) transcription of all words and phrases. Moreover, I will later add some useful text files with additional explanations and hints about the structure of the Norwegian language, and some quizzes so you can check up upon your progress.
Without any previous knowledge of Norwegian you will probably watch the videos several times. How much time it will take to acquire the course will depend on your previous language learning experience, but roughly you might need three-four hours of study to acquire solid basics.
The course has some introductory remarks on Norwegian language and some remarks about how I teach pronunciation in the course. This is followed by a part on greetings and exchange of personal information, then a part on meta-language, e.g. how you ask what something means, and then some useful words like numbers and weekdays.
You should take this course if you want to learn the basics of Norwegian communication properly in a fun way.
What's inside
Learning objectives
- Have the feeling of the rhythm and melody of the norwegian language
- Be able to use general phrases of greeting
- Say thank you, you are welcome
- Ask about languages someone speaks and ask someone to repeat
- Count to hundred in norwegian
- Have the feeling of the rhythm and melody of the norwegian language
- Be able to use general phrases of greeting
- Say thank you, you are welcome
- Ask about languages someone speaks and ask someone to repeat
- Count to hundred in norwegian
Syllabus
In this part I introduce myself and the course, I also explain three interesting features about Norwegian language. Moreover, I explain the structure of the lectures and how I teach pronunciation.
Read more
Syllabus
Good to know
Save this course
Save
Activities
Create Norwegian Language Flashcards
Show steps
This will help you learn and memorize key Norwegian vocabulary and phrases.
Show steps
-
Gather materials like index cards or a digital note-taking app
-
Write the Norwegian word or phrase on one side and the English translation on the other
-
Review your flashcards regularly
Review basic Norwegian grammar
Show steps
Refreshing your knowledge of basic Norwegian grammar will help you understand the structure of the language and improve your sentence construction.
Browse courses on
Norwegian Grammar
Show steps
-
Review your notes or textbooks on Norwegian grammar.
-
Complete practice exercises to reinforce your understanding.
Watch Norwegian Language Videos on YouTube
Show steps
This will expose you to real-life Norwegian conversations and help you improve your listening comprehension.
Show steps
-
Find Norwegian language channels on YouTube
-
Choose videos that match your learning level
-
Watch the videos and try to understand as much as possible
Eight other activities
Expand to see all activities and additional details
Show all 11 activities
Collect resources for learning Norwegian
Show steps
Having a collection of resources will provide you with additional support and materials to enhance your Norwegian learning.
Show steps
-
Search for online resources such as websites, apps, and videos.
-
Organize the resources into categories such as grammar, vocabulary, and pronunciation.
Practice Norwegian Pronunciation with Tongue Twisters
Show steps
This will help you improve your pronunciation and fluency.
Show steps
-
Find Norwegian tongue twisters online
-
Practice saying the tongue twisters aloud
-
Repeat the tongue twisters until you can say them fluently
Create a Norwegian vocabulary list
Show steps
Creating a vocabulary list will help you organize and retain new Norwegian words you learn.
Show steps
-
Identify the Norwegian words you want to learn.
-
Translate the words into your native language.
-
Create flashcards or a digital list.
-
Review the vocabulary list regularly.
Practice pronouncing Norwegian words
Show steps
Develop oral communication skills by practicing pronunciation of Norwegian words to become more fluent and confident.
Show steps
-
Listen to the pronunciation of the words in the course videos.
-
Repeat the words aloud, paying attention to the rhythm and intonation.
-
Record yourself pronouncing the words and listen back to identify areas for improvement.
Record and Transcript Yourself Speaking Norwegian
Show steps
This will help improve your conversational Norwegian, build fluency, and develop pronunciation.
Show steps
-
Prepare a short script or topic
-
Record yourself speaking for as long as you can
-
Transcribe your recording
-
Listen to your recording and notate mistakes
-
Re-record yourself, pay attention to your pronunciation and correct mistakes
Learn Norwegian phrases for everyday situations
Show steps
Learning practical Norwegian phrases will help you communicate effectively in real-life situations.
Show steps
-
Review the Norwegian phrases provided in the course.
-
Practice using the phrases in role-playing exercises.
Join a Norwegian Language Learning Exchange
Show steps
This will provide you with an opportunity to practice speaking and listening to Norwegian with native speakers.
Show steps
-
Find a language exchange partner or group online or in your community
-
Meet with your partner or group regularly to practice speaking Norwegian
-
Correct each other's mistakes and provide feedback
Attend online language exchange events
Show steps
Language exchange provides an opportunity to practice speaking Norwegian with native speakers and receive feedback.
Show steps
-
Find online language exchange events or platforms.
-
Connect with native Norwegian speakers who are willing to practice English.
-
Schedule a language exchange session and practice speaking Norwegian.
Create Norwegian Language Flashcards
Show steps
This will help you learn and memorize key Norwegian vocabulary and phrases.
Show steps
- Gather materials like index cards or a digital note-taking app
- Write the Norwegian word or phrase on one side and the English translation on the other
- Review your flashcards regularly
Review basic Norwegian grammar
Show steps
Refreshing your knowledge of basic Norwegian grammar will help you understand the structure of the language and improve your sentence construction.
Browse courses on
Norwegian Grammar
Show steps
- Review your notes or textbooks on Norwegian grammar.
- Complete practice exercises to reinforce your understanding.
Watch Norwegian Language Videos on YouTube
Show steps
This will expose you to real-life Norwegian conversations and help you improve your listening comprehension.
Show steps
- Find Norwegian language channels on YouTube
- Choose videos that match your learning level
- Watch the videos and try to understand as much as possible
Collect resources for learning Norwegian
Show steps
Having a collection of resources will provide you with additional support and materials to enhance your Norwegian learning.
Show steps
- Search for online resources such as websites, apps, and videos.
- Organize the resources into categories such as grammar, vocabulary, and pronunciation.
Practice Norwegian Pronunciation with Tongue Twisters
Show steps
This will help you improve your pronunciation and fluency.
Show steps
- Find Norwegian tongue twisters online
- Practice saying the tongue twisters aloud
- Repeat the tongue twisters until you can say them fluently
Create a Norwegian vocabulary list
Show steps
Creating a vocabulary list will help you organize and retain new Norwegian words you learn.
Show steps
- Identify the Norwegian words you want to learn.
- Translate the words into your native language.
- Create flashcards or a digital list.
- Review the vocabulary list regularly.
Practice pronouncing Norwegian words
Show steps
Develop oral communication skills by practicing pronunciation of Norwegian words to become more fluent and confident.
Show steps
- Listen to the pronunciation of the words in the course videos.
- Repeat the words aloud, paying attention to the rhythm and intonation.
- Record yourself pronouncing the words and listen back to identify areas for improvement.
Record and Transcript Yourself Speaking Norwegian
Show steps
This will help improve your conversational Norwegian, build fluency, and develop pronunciation.
Show steps
- Prepare a short script or topic
- Record yourself speaking for as long as you can
- Transcribe your recording
- Listen to your recording and notate mistakes
- Re-record yourself, pay attention to your pronunciation and correct mistakes
Learn Norwegian phrases for everyday situations
Show steps
Learning practical Norwegian phrases will help you communicate effectively in real-life situations.
Show steps
- Review the Norwegian phrases provided in the course.
- Practice using the phrases in role-playing exercises.
Join a Norwegian Language Learning Exchange
Show steps
This will provide you with an opportunity to practice speaking and listening to Norwegian with native speakers.
Show steps
- Find a language exchange partner or group online or in your community
- Meet with your partner or group regularly to practice speaking Norwegian
- Correct each other's mistakes and provide feedback
Attend online language exchange events
Show steps
Language exchange provides an opportunity to practice speaking Norwegian with native speakers and receive feedback.
Show steps
- Find online language exchange events or platforms.
- Connect with native Norwegian speakers who are willing to practice English.
- Schedule a language exchange session and practice speaking Norwegian.
Career center
Reading list
Share
Similar courses
OpenCourser helps millions of learners each year. People visit us to learn workspace skills, ace their exams, and nurture their curiosity.
Our extensive catalog contains over 50,000 courses and twice as many books. Browse by search, by topic, or even by career interests. We'll match you to the right resources quickly.
Find this site helpful? Tell a friend about us.
We're supported by our community of learners. When you purchase or subscribe to courses and programs or purchase books, we may earn a commission from our partners.
Your purchases help us maintain our catalog and keep our servers humming without ads.
Thank you for supporting OpenCourser.
