Language/Norwegian-bokmal/Vocabulary/Health
Hi Norwegian Bokmål learners! 😊
In this lesson, we will learn some important health-related Norwegian Bokmål vocabulary, as well as some interesting cultural facts about Norway's healthcare system. So let's begin! Don't forget to use the Polyglot Club website to find native Norwegian speakers and ask them any questions you may have!
Healthcare in Norway[edit | edit source]
Norway has one of the best healthcare systems in the world, consistently ranking in the top 5 in the World Health Organization's ranking of healthcare systems. Norway's healthcare system is funded by taxes, and healthcare is accessible and affordable to everyone.
Now let's learn some Norwegian Bokmål vocabulary related to health.
Common Health-Related Phrases[edit | edit source]
Here are some common health-related phrases that you might need to know:
| Norwegian Bokmål | Pronunciation | English |
|---|---|---|
| Hvor er sykehuset? | Hvor er soo-keh-hoo-set? | Where is the hospital? |
| Jeg trenger en lege. | Yay tren-ger en lay-geh | I need a doctor. |
| Har du en hodepine? | Har doo en hoo-deh-peen-eh? | Do you have a headache? |
| Jeg føler meg syk. | Yay fø-ler may soo-k | I feel sick. |
| Jeg har vondt i ... | Yay har voont ee ... | I have pain in (body part).. |
| Jeg tar medisin for ... | Yay tar meh-dee-seen for... | I take medicine for... |
Body Parts[edit | edit source]
Here are the Norwegian Bokmål words for some common body parts:
| Norwegian Bokmål | Pronunciation | English |
|---|---|---|
| Hode | Hoo-deh | Head |
| Nakke | Nahk-keh | Neck |
| Skulder | Skool-dehr | Shoulder |
| Arm | Arm | Arm |
| Albue | Al-boo-eh | Elbow |
| Hånd | Hawn | Hand |
| Mage | Mah-geh | Stomach |
| Rygg | Ryoog | Back |
| Ben | Behn | Leg |
| Kne | Kneh | Knee |
| Fot | Foot | Foot |
Illnesses and Conditions[edit | edit source]
Here are some common illnesses and conditions in Norwegian Bokmål:
| Norwegian Bokmål | Pronunciation | English |
|---|---|---|
| Forkjølelse | Fork-yule-ehls-eh | Common cold |
| Influensa | In-fluen-sah | Influenza (flu) |
| Migrene | Mee-greh-neh | Migraine |
| Feber | Fay-ber | Fever |
| Astma | Ahst-mah | Asthma |
| Diabetes | Dee-ah-beh-tehs | Diabetes |
| Hjerteinfarkt | Yeht-teh-ehn-farkt | Heart attack |
Dialogue[edit | edit source]
Let's put this vocabulary into context with a dialogue:
- Person 1: Jeg har veldig vondt i hodet. (I have a really bad headache.)
- Person 2: Skal jeg ringe etter en lege? (Should I call a doctor?)
- Person 1: Ja, takk. (Yes, please.)
Conclusion[edit | edit source]
Great job! Now you have learned some important health-related Norwegian Bokmål vocabulary. To improve your Norwegian Bokmål Vocabulary, you can also use the Polyglot Club website. Find native speakers and ask them any questions!
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Impressive work on finishing this lesson! Explore these additional pages to enhance your understanding: Count to 10 & Asking Directions.
Other Lessons[edit | edit source]
- Asking Directions
- Count from 1 to 10
- How to Say Hello and Greetings
- How to say Good Bye?
- Months of the Year
- Food
- Vehicles
- Drinks
- Fruits
- Animal