kom ind
The Danish phrase for "come in" is kom ind.
kom ind is the basic translation used to invite or tell someone to enter a room or a building.
What does it mean word for word?
This phrase is composed of the imperative verb kom (come) and the adverb ind (in).
How does it change in a sentence?
The phrase kom ind is in the imperative mood, which is used for providing commands or invitations.
Did you know?
- Danish culture often values 'hygge', so a host might follow Kom ind with an invitation to 'sid ned', meaning 'sit down', to immediately make a guest feel comfortable.
- The word ind shares a common ancestor with the English word 'in', both tracing back to the Old Norse word inn.
- While kom ind is the literal translation, Danes often use the phrase kom bare ind to make the invitation feel warmer and more welcoming.
Examples in context
- Kom ind! Døren er åben.Come in, the door's open.This sentence shows how to use kom ind when mentioning that a door is open.Tatoeba #4068880 by danepo, translation #681636 by Source_VOA
- Kom ind!Come in.This sentence provides a simple way to say kom ind.Tatoeba #5996389 by LaArakido, translation #348091 by Hertz
- 1 more sentence on Tatoeba
Example conversation
Noah is in his office and Freja knocks on the door.
- NoahKom ind, Freja!Come in, Freja!
- FrejaTak, Noah.Thanks, Noah.
- NoahHar du det godt?Are you doing well?
- FrejaJa, det har jeg.Yes, I am.
Sources
- Word origins: Wiktionary entries ind, CC BY-SA 4.0.
- Example sentences: Tatoeba CC BY 2.0 FR.
