kom igjen
The Norwegian phrase kom igjen means "come on".
kom igjen is an informal expression used to encourage someone or to express enthusiasm.
Meaning: expression of encouragement (intj)
Which one should you use?
You can add the particle da to the end to form kom igjen da, which translates to "come on then". This variation is commonly used to add emphasis or a sense of persuasion when encouraging someone.
Did you know?
- A 1791 neo-runic inscription from Norway used a specific spelling for igjen as ᛁᚵᛁ+ᚳ, showing how the language was being recorded in old scripts during that era.
- Depending on the tone, kom igjen can shift from a supportive cheer to a expression of disbelief, similar to saying 'get out of here' in English.
- In Norwegian, the word igjen can mean 'again' in terms of repetition, but it is also the standard word for 'once more' or 'back' in many contexts.
Examples in context
- Kom igjen! Vi kommer for sent.Come on! We're going to be late.This sentence shows how to use kom igjen when expressing urgency about being late.Tatoeba #2907598 by eirik174, translation #19650 by CK
- Kom igjen da, du kan klappe høyere enn det.Come on, you can clap louder than that.This sentence illustrates how adding da to kom igjen can be used to persuade someone.Tatoeba #2925962 by eirik174, translation #2838033 by patgfisher
- Kom igjen!Come on!This sentence provides a simple example of using kom igjen as a standalone exclamation.Tatoeba #9295714 by Mayk, translation #24697 by CK
- Kom igjen, det blir gøy!Come on, it'll be fun!
- Bare gå på, du er kvalifisert nok!Come on, you're qualified enough!
Example conversation
Kristoffer is trying to motivate Sofie to finish a difficult workout.
- KristofferKom igjen, Sofie, bare én repetisjon til!Come on, Sofie, just one more repetition!
- SofieJeg er så sliten nå.I am so tired now.
- KristofferKom igjen, du er nesten ferdig!Come on, you are almost finished!
- SofieGreit, jeg skal prøve.Fine, I will try.
Sources
- Wiktionary, “come on” translations and entries kom igjen, CC BY-SA 4.0, dump of 2026-09-26.
- Word origins: Wiktionary entries igjen, kom, kom igjen, CC BY-SA 4.0.
- Example sentences: Tatoeba CC BY 2.0 FR.
