at slå tonen an

to set the tone

Intermediate Verb
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Pronunciation

/at ˈslɔː ˈtoːnən an/

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Cultural Note

This phrase is broader than dating, but useful for how a romantic interaction begins.

📝 Example Sentences

Hun slog tonen an med et varmt smil.

She set the tone with a warm smile.

Den første besked kan slå tonen an for resten.

The first message can set the tone for the rest.

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