Norwegian · Travel & Places

Fly

Airplane

Beginnernoun · neuter

Definition

A flying vehicle with wings and engines.

Example

Flyet er en time forsinket.

The plane is delayed by an hour.

Etymology

The word 'fly' is derived from the Old Norse word 'fljúga', which means 'to fly'. It adapted into the modern Norwegian context with the advent of aviation.

How & Where It’s Used

'Fly' is used in formal contexts, particularly when discussing air travel, and is common in both written and spoken Norwegian across all regions.

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