Norwegian · Adjectives

Billig

Cheap

Beginneradjective

Definition

Costing little money.

Example

Frukten er billig på markedet.

The fruit is cheap at the market.

Etymology

'Billig' derives from the Old Norse word 'bilig', meaning 'cheap'. Over time, it has maintained its meaning in the context of low cost.

How & Where It’s Used

'Billig' is used in informal and formal contexts alike, often in discussions related to shopping, expenses, and value across Norway.

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