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Værelse

Room

Beginnernoun · neuter

Definition

A part of a building with its own walls and door.

Example

Mit værelse er lille men hyggeligt.

My room is small but cozy.

Etymology

'Værelse' derives from the Old Norse 'værr', referring to a room or space within a structure. Its usage has evolved to represent various types of rooms.

How & Where It’s Used

'Værelse' is commonly used in both spoken and written contexts, generally informal, understood throughout Denmark.

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