Norwegian · Work & Business

Lønn

Salary

Beginnernoun · feminine

Definition

The money you earn from your job.

Example

Lønna er god i dette selskapet.

The salary is good at this company.

Etymology

'Lønn' originates from the Old Norse 'laun', which means 'reward' or 'payment.' Its meaning has grown to specifically encompass salary in modern usage.

How & Where It’s Used

'Lønn' is used in formal contexts related to business and employment discussions and is commonly found in both written and spoken language.

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