Danish · Adjectives

Billig

Cheap

Beginneradjective

Definition

Costing little money.

Example

Frugten er billig på markedet.

The fruit is cheap at the market.

Etymology

'Billig' comes from the Old Norse word 'billigr', meaning 'cheap' or 'inexpensive'. This term has remained largely intact throughout its historical evolution.

How & Where It’s Used

'Billig' is commonly used in informal contexts but can also be found in formal discussions about prices and expenses. It is recognized across Denmark without dialectal differences.

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