Norwegian Vocabulary | In the bathroom | På badet | Learn Norwegian A1-A2

When diving into the Norwegian language, understanding everyday vocabulary becomes essential to feel at home in both conversation and daily life. A foundational area to cover is the bathroom, or “På badet” in Norwegian. Dive into this in-depth look at Norwegian bathroom vocabulary.

Fundamental Terms:

• a bathroom – et bad
• a toilet – et toalett
• a shower – en dusj
• a bathtub – et badekar
• a sink – en vask
• a mirror – et speil
• a faucet/a tap – en kran
• a towel – et håndkle
• a soap – ei såpe
• a toilet paper – et toalettpapir
• a tile – en flis

Utilities and Personal Items:

Unravel the terminology for utilities and personal items you might find in a Norwegian bathroom:

• a shampoo – en sjampo
• a conditioner – en balsam
• a toothbrush – en tannbørste
• a toothpaste – en tannkrem
• a razor – en barberhøvel
• a shaving cream – en barberkrem
• a comb/a brush – en kam/ei børste
• a hairdryer – en hårføner
• a nail clipper – en negleklipper
• a toilet brush – en toalettbørste
• a bath mat – ei badematte

Descriptive and Additional Phrases:

Comprehending associated phrases will help deepen your vocabulary and usage:

• Where is the bathroom? – Hvor er badet?
• I want to take a shower. – Jeg vil ta en dusj.
• The sink is clogged. – Vasken er tett.
• Can I get a clean towel? – Kan jeg få et rent håndkle?
• We are out of soap. – Vi er tom for såpe.
• The bathtub needs cleaning. – Badekaret trenger rengjøring.
• Pass me the toothpaste. – Kan du sende meg tannkrem?
• Do you have a hairdryer? – Har du en hårføner?
• The faucet is leaking. – Kranen lekker.
• Please flush the toilet. – Vennligst skyll toalettet.

In conclusion, understanding these specific terms and phrases concerning “På badet” is a substantial step towards integrating seamlessly into Norwegian daily life. As you master these words and sentences, you’ll feel more confident in conversation and day-to-day activities.

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