How to say “Please” in Norwegian Bokmål
The most common way to say “please” in Norwegian Bokmål. Tap to copy or hear it pronounced.
Vær så snill
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How do you say "Please" in Norwegian Bokmål?
"Please" in Norwegian Bokmål is "Vær så snill". This is the most common everyday rendering; depending on context, formal/informal or dialectal variants may apply.
How is "Vær så snill" written in Norwegian Bokmål?
"Vær så snill" is the standard written form in Norwegian Bokmål, rendered left-to-right.
How do you pronounce "Vær så snill" in Norwegian Bokmål?
Tap the speaker icon on this page to hear "Vær så snill" pronounced by a native-style synthetic voice. For practice, repeat the phrase out loud immediately after listening — the rhythm and stress are usually what trips learners up, not the individual sounds.
What does "Vær så snill" mean in English?
"Vær så snill" is the Norwegian Bokmål way of saying "Please" in English. It's used in everyday conversation in roughly the same situations as the English original.
Are there formal or informal ways to say "Please" in Norwegian Bokmål?
Many languages — including Norwegian Bokmål — distinguish formal and informal registers, and may also vary by speaker gender, plurality, or regional dialect. "Vær så snill" is the most broadly understood form; for register-specific variants, use the full translator above with your exact sentence.
Where is Norwegian Bokmål spoken?
Norwegian Bokmål is spoken by an estimated 5 million people worldwide. Use the language page to translate full text and explore where the language is used.
Is there a free Norwegian Bokmål dictionary?
Yes — Polytranslator provides a free Norwegian Bokmål dictionary with word-by-word translations and example usage. Click the dictionary link on this page to look up individual words from "Vær så snill" or any other Norwegian Bokmål text.