Hei og takk
/hæɪ ɔ tak/word by word
Hei og takk is the Norwegian way to say "hello and thank you".
This phrase is used to combine a polite greeting with an expression of gratitude in a single statement.
What does it mean word for word?
The phrase is composed of hei (hi/hello), og (and) and takk (thanks/thank you).
Is there a formal and an informal way to say it?
Hei og takk is an informal way to communicate, as hei is a common greeting used in most everyday situations.
Did you know?
- The word takk shares the same ancient Proto-Germanic root as the English word 'think'.
- While hei is the standard greeting, Norwegians may use hei hei twice in a row to sound more warm and friendly.
- The word og shares an ancient root with the English word 'augment', as both stem from a Proto-Indo-European word meaning 'to increase'.
Examples in context
- Hei og takk for hjelpen.Hello and thank you for the help.
- Hei og takk for invitasjonen.Hello and thank you for the invitation.
Example conversation
Kristoffer receives a package from Emma at the door.
- KristofferHei og takk for pakken, Emma!Hello and thank you for the package, Emma!
- EmmaBare hyggelig, Kristoffer.You are very welcome, Kristoffer.
- KristofferVar det vanskelig å finne hit?Was it hard to find your way here?
- EmmaNei, det gikk veldig fint.No, it went very well.
