How to use Norwegian at an Hairdresser in Norway | Learn Norwegian A2-B1
When you step into a Norwegian hair salon, embracing the local language can enhance your experience. Here’s how to navigate the conversation from start to finish.
Entering the Salon
Begin with a warm greeting:
- Hei / Hi
- God dag / Good day
- Jeg heter [navn] og jeg har en time. / My name is [name] and I have an appointment.
If you haven’t made a prior appointment:
- Jeg ønsker å bestille en time. / I would like to book an appointment.
Describing Your Desired Haircut
Be clear about the hairstyle you want:
- Jeg vil gjerne klippe meg kort. / I would like a short haircut.
- Jeg vil gjerne farge håret. / I would like to color my hair.
- Kan du anbefale en frisyre? / Can you recommend a hairstyle?
During the Service
Communicate with your stylist during the service:
- Hvordan ser det ut? / How does it look?
- Kan du klippe litt mer her? / Can you cut a bit more here?
- Det er for kort/langt. / It’s too short/long.
- Jeg liker det slik. / I like it this way.
Feedback
If you’re pleased with your haircut:
- Jeg liker det veldig godt, takk! / I really like it, thank you!
- Du gjorde en god jobb. / You did a great job.
If the result wasn’t as expected, communicate it politely:
- Dette er ikke hva jeg forventet. Kan vi fikse det? / This isn’t what I was expecting. Can we fix it?
Concluding the Visit
When your haircut is complete and it’s time to leave:
- Takk for hjelpen, ha en fin dag! / Thank you for your help, have a nice day!
Being courteous and attempting to speak Norwegian will be appreciated, even if your efforts aren’t perfect. It’s all part of the fun and respectful cultural exchange!
FAQs
Q: How do I greet my hairstylist in Norwegian? A: You can simply say “Hei” (Hi) or “God dag” (Good day) as a greeting.
Q: What if I haven’t made an appointment? A: You can request to book a time by saying “Jeg ønsker å bestille en time” (I would like to book an appointment).
Q: How do I tell the stylist what haircut I want? A: You can describe the length or style you want, for example, “Jeg vil gjerne klippe meg kort” (I would like a short haircut).
Q: What should I say if I want to color my hair? A: Let the stylist know by saying “Jeg vil gjerne farge håret” (I would like to color my hair).
Q: How can I ask for a stylist’s recommendation? A: Ask “Kan du anbefale en frisyre?” (Can you recommend a hairstyle?).
Q: How do I ask for a little more off the sides or back? A: You can direct the stylist by saying “Kan du klippe litt mer her?” (Can you cut a bit more here?).
Q: What if my hair is cut too short or left too long? A: You can express this by saying “Det er for kort/langt” (It’s too short/long).
Q: How do I express satisfaction with my haircut? A: Compliment the stylist with “Jeg liker det veldig godt, takk!” (I really like it, thank you!) or “Du gjorde en god jobb” (You did a great job).
Q: What if I’m not happy with my haircut? A: Politely express your concern with “Dette er ikke hva jeg forventet. Kan vi fikse det?” (This isn’t what I was expecting. Can we fix it?).
Q: How do I thank my hairstylist and say goodbye? A: Say “Takk for hjelpen, ha en fin dag!” (Thank you for your help, have a nice day!).
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