Danish · Daily Life
Stol
Chair
Beginnernoun · common
Definition
Furniture for one person to sit on; Danish chair design is world-famous.
Example
Sæt dig på denne stol.
Sit on this chair.
Etymology
The word 'stol' originates from the Old Norse 'stóll', which meant 'seat' or 'throne'. This term has Proto-Germanic origins from *stōlaz, reflecting a long history of usage in Scandinavian languages.
How & Where It’s Used
Used in a range of contexts from formal to informal, 'stol' can be found in spoken language, everyday conversations, and in written texts about furniture. There are no significant regional variations.