Danish · Body & Health
Stomach
The belly, the front part of the body below the chest.
Jeg har ondt i maven.
I have a stomachache.
The word 'mave' comes from the Old Norse 'magi', meaning belly or stomach, showing the term's historical significance in bodily functions.
'Mave' is widely used in both spoken and written contexts, commonly in informal discussions regarding health, diet, and anatomy.
While the stomach may not feature prominently in notable literature, it often appears in folk sayings referring to hunger and nourishment.