Danish · Common Verbs
Slutte
To end / stop
Beginnerverb
Definition
To finish or come to a close.
Example
Mødet slutter klokken tolv.
The meeting ends at twelve.
Etymology
'Slutte' originates from the Old Norse 'slúta', meaning 'to close' or 'to shut'. The word has maintained its core meaning through centuries of linguistic development, being adopted in various forms within Scandinavian languages.
How & Where It’s Used
'Slutte' is used in both spoken and written Danish, frequently in both formal and informal contexts. It is widely understood across various regions, reflecting a standard form of language usage.