Ways to say it
| Norwegian | Note |
|---|---|
| kos deg! | singular |
| kos dere! | plural |
| kos dykk! | plural |
The expression is used to wish someone an enjoyable time. While English speakers say "have fun", Norwegian speakers use a reflexive form that literally means to "cozy yourself". Another informal way to express this is Ha det gøy, which means "have fun" or "have a good time".
What does it mean word for word?
The expression uses the reflexive form of kos, which translates to "cozy yourself".
Which one should you use?
The form you choose depends on how many people you are addressing. Use kos deg! when speaking to one person, and use the plural forms kos dere! or kos dykk! when speaking to a group.
How does it change in a sentence?
kos deg! is the singular form used for one person. The forms kos dere! and kos dykk! are plural forms used when addressing a group of people.
Did you know?
- The word kos is used in the term fredagskos, which refers to the specific cultural ritual of 'Friday coziness' involving snacks and family time at home.
- You can use kos to describe animals, such as å kose en katt, meaning to cuddle or pet a cat.
- While kos deg! is a common phrase, the root concept of kos is so central to Norwegian culture that it is used as a noun, adjective and verb to describe a specific kind of intimate, cozy wellbeing.
Example sentences for Norwegian are not verified yet.
Example conversation
Kristoffer is leaving for the cinema.
- KristofferNå drar jeg på kino.I'm going to the cinema now.
- IngridSå gøy! Kos deg!How fun! Have a good time!
- KristofferTusen takk, Ingrid.Thank you so much, Ingrid.
- IngridBare hyggelig, Kristoffer.You're welcome, Kristoffer.
Sources
- Wiktionary, “have fun” translations, CC BY-SA 4.0, dump of 2026-09-26.
