Danish · Adjectives

Svær

Difficult

Beginneradjective

Definition

Hard to do or understand.

Example

Dansk udtale er lidt svær.

Danish pronunciation is a bit difficult.

Etymology

The Danish word 'svær' originates from the Old Norse word 'sverr', which means 'heavy' or 'difficult'. The usage has evolved to encompass the meaning of difficult or hard to accomplish in contemporary Danish.

How & Where It’s Used

'Svær' is commonly used in both spoken and written contexts to describe a challenging task or situation. It is generally informal and can be found throughout Denmark without significant regional variations.

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