Norwegian · Culture & Society
Historie
History
Beginnernoun · feminine
Definition
The study of past events, also means story.
Example
Han leser gjerne om vikingenes historie.
He likes reading about Viking history.
Etymology
Tracing back to Latin 'historia', meaning 'narrative' or 'account', 'historie' was adopted into Norwegian by the 16th century as interest in historical accounts grew.
How & Where It’s Used
'Historie' is used predominantly in formal written contexts such as education and research. Conversations about history may vary in register from casual to academic.
Literary Heritage
Referenced in various historical texts and concerned studies within Norwegian literature.