Danish · Common Verbs
Læse
To read
Beginnerverb
Definition
To look at words and understand them.
Example
Han læser en bog om historie.
He is reading a book about history.
Etymology
'Læse' comes from the Old Norse 'lesa,' meaning to read. This term has kept its core meaning and remains a fundamental verb in Danish.
How & Where It’s Used
'Læse' is commonly used in both spoken and written language and is applicable in various contexts, often formal, such as education.