Norwegian · Question Words
Når
When
Beginneradverb
Definition
Used to ask about a time.
Example
Når kommer du til Norge?
When are you coming to Norway?
Etymology
'Når' is derived from the Old Norse 'nær,' indicating a point in time. It has maintained its role as a temporal interrogative throughout its linguistic history.
How & Where It’s Used
'Når' is commonly employed in both formal and informal contexts, suitable for both speech and writing, and is uniformly used across different Norwegian-speaking areas.