Norwegian · Adjectives

Ny

New

Beginneradjective

Definition

Recently made or bought, not old.

Example

Han kjøpte en ny telefon.

He bought a new phone.

Etymology

'Ny' derives from the Old Norse 'nýr', meaning 'new'. Its usage has persisted in modern Norwegian, carrying a sense of freshness or update.

How & Where It’s Used

'Ny' is commonly used in both spoken and written contexts, in both formal and informal registers. It is a widely used term in advertising and everyday conversation.

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