gratulerer med frigjøringsdagen
The Norwegian phrase for "happy independence day" is gratulerer med frigjøringsdagen.
This phrase is used to offer good wishes during a country's independence day celebrations.
Meaning: good wishes at a country's independence day (phrase)
Did you know?
- The phrase refers specifically to the 'liberation day' of 1945 rather than a historical 'independence' from a monarch or state.
- Unlike the US Independence Day, the Norwegian May 17 celebrations are characterized by children's parades and the absence of official military displays.
- To celebrate the national day, Norwegians say gratulerer med dagen, which literally means 'congratulations with the day'. This phrase is so versatile it is also used for birthdays.
Example conversation
Sofie and Andreas are meeting for a celebration.
- SofieHei Andreas, gratulerer med frigjøringsdagen!Hi Andreas, happy independence day!
- AndreasTakk skal du ha, Sofie!Thank you very much, Sofie!
- SofieSkal vi begynne festen nå?Shall we start the party now?
- AndreasJa, det er en god idé.Yes, that is a good idea.
