Danish · Question Words
Hvem
Who
Beginnerpronoun
Definition
Used to ask about a person.
Example
Hvem er den mand?
Who is that man?
Etymology
'Hvem' comes from the Old Norse 'hverfr', which also means 'who'. The term has been a fundamental part of the language for centuries, aiding in the inquiry of identity.
How & Where It’s Used
'Hvem' is found in spoken and written contexts and is used in both formal and informal situations throughout Denmark.