høflig
polite
Beginner Adjective
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Pronunciation
/ˈhøflɪ/
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Cultural Note
Norwegian politeness often sounds understated rather than formal or elaborate.
📝 Example Sentences
Hun svarte høflig.
She answered politely.
Det er høflig å lytte ferdig.
It is polite to listen until the other person is finished.
📊 Adjective Forms
| Gender | Form |
|---|---|
| base | høflig |
| comparative | høfligere |
| superlative | høfligst |