Norwegian · Work & Business
Arbeid
Work
Beginnernoun · neuter
Definition
A job, or the activity of working.
Example
Han fant nytt arbeid.
He found new work.
Etymology
'Arbeid' comes from the Old Norse 'erfiða', which means 'to toil' or 'to work,' reflecting a deep-rooted association with labor in Scandinavian languages.
How & Where It’s Used
'Arbeid' is used in both formal and informal contexts, frequently appearing in discussions about work. It is well-integrated into both spoken and written Norwegian.