at afvise

to reject; to turn someone down

Beginner Verb
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Pronunciation

/at ɑfˈviːsə/

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Cultural Note

Direct but polite rejection is generally valued in Danish social situations.

📝 Example Sentences

Hun afviste ham på en venlig måde.

She rejected him in a kind way.

Det er okay at afvise en invitation.

It is okay to turn down an invitation.

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