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gründer
kunstner
What do these words mean? Stick around.
In this quick lesson, you’ll learn more Norwegian words for occupations.
Before we start, did you know Norwegians have a special type of "job" they don't get paid for? Can you guess what it is?
Keep watching for the answer at the end.
bygningsarbeider
"construction worker"
[SLOW] bygningsarbeider
bygningsarbeider
"Bygningsarbeider" means 'construction worker' and is a perfect example of Norwegian compounding! It is made from "bygning" (building) + "arbeider" (worker).
Oscar and Emily talk while overlooking a construction site.
Oscar: Jeg tror bygningsarbeiderne bygger et hus.
Emily: Å bygge hus er hardt arbeid.
designer
"designer"
[SLOW] designer
designer
"Designer" is a modern loanword, taken directly from English!
Steve discusses his start-up's branding with Susan.
Steve: Vi trenger en ny logo. Vi spurte en designer om hjelp.
Susan: En god logo er viktig. Jeg gleder meg til å se den.
soldat
"soldier"
[SLOW] soldat
soldat
"Soldat" is a common-gender noun and is used for all genders, en soldat means a soldier, male or female!
Jonas talks to Tom about uniforms.
Jonas: Som politi, har soldater også uniformer.
Tom: Uniformer gjør det enkelt å kjenne dem igjen.
gründer
"entrepreneur"
[SLOW] gründer
gründer
Gründer is a very modern word in Norwegian.
You often hear it when people talk about startups, new ideas, and innovation.
Lina talks to Olivia about her family.
Lina: Min bror er veldig opptatt. Han er en gründer, og han har tre virksomheter.
Olivia: Tre virksomheter? Det er mye arbeid!
prest
"priest"
[SLOW] prest
prest
Culturally, the church (Kirken) is an important part of Norwegian history, so this word connects to many traditions, like baptisms and weddings.
Erica asks Tom about his weekend plans.
Erica: Skal du gjøre noe spesielt denne helgen?
Tom: Jeg skal gå i kirken for å snakke med en prest.
utleier
"landlord"
[SLOW] utleier
utleier
If someone rents something out, they are the utleier.
Emily talks about her apartment with Jack.
Emily: Jeg liker leiligheten min. Utleieren min er snill.
Jack: Ordentlige utleiere utgjør en stor forskjell.
kunstner
"artist"
[SLOW] kunstner
kunstner
Kunstner is used for many kinds of artists: painters, musicians, and writers.
Oscar admires paintings at a gallery with Tom.
Oscar: Se på disse maleriene. Kunstneren maler godt.
Tom: Ja, de er vakre.
kontorarbeider
"office worker"
[SLOW] kontorarbeider
kontorarbeider
"Kontorarbeider" combines "kontor" (office) + "arbeider" (worker).
Susan asks Ella about her profession.
Susan: Hva jobber du med?
Ella: Jeg er en kontorarbeider.
Let's review.
You'll see the words in English and your job is to say the words in Norwegian.
Ready?
Do you remember how to say "construction worker"?
bygningsarbeider
bygningsarbeider
And how to say "designer"?
designer
designer
What about "soldier"?
soldat
soldat
Do you remember how to say "entrepreneur"?
gründer
gründer
And how to say "priest"?
prest
prest
Do you remember how to say "landlord"?
utleier
utleier
Let's try "artist"!
kunstner
kunstner
And finally, do you remember how to say "office worker"?
kontorarbeider
kontorarbeider
Did you know Norwegians have a special type of "job" they don't get paid for?
This is called "dugnad." It's a tradition where people in a community (like a neighborhood) gather to do voluntary work, like cleaning or repairs. It's not a paid job, but there is a strong social expectation to participate. This shows the importance of community and teamwork in Norwegian culture.
Thanks for watching! Don't forget to practice these new words and phrases, and see you next time!

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