Norwegian · Common Verbs

Like

To like

Beginnerverb

Definition

To enjoy or find pleasant.

Example

Jeg liker norsk mat.

I like Norwegian food.

Etymology

'Like' comes from the Old Norse 'likja', related to Proto-Germanic '*likōną', emphasizing preference and affinity across languages.

How & Where It’s Used

'Like' is predominantly used in informal conversations and written forms such as social media and casual exchanges, while it is less common in formal language.

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