Nyhavn
Nyhavn is the Danish name for a famous 17th-century waterfront district and canal located in Copenhagen, Denmark.
What does it mean word for word?
The name is a compound of ny, meaning new and havn, meaning harbor.
Did you know?
- If you are looking for a 'haven' in a Danish dictionary, you might find 'haven' instead, which actually means 'the garden' rather than a harbor.
- While Nyhavn is now a picturesque spot for dining, it was once the city's most notorious red-light district, known for its rowdy sailors and countless 'brown cafes'.
- Hans Christian Andersen lived at Nyhavn 18, 20 and 67 at different times throughout his life. Many of his world-famous fairy tales were inspired by the diverse characters he observed from these waterfront homes.
Examples in context
- Skal vi tage ud til Nyhavn i dag?Shall we go to Nyhavn today?
- Jeg elsker at slentre langs Nyhavn.I love strolling along Nyhavn.
- Hvor er de bedste restauranter i Nyhavn?Where are the best restaurants in Nyhavn?
- Nyhavn er et af de mest ikoniske steder i København.Nyhavn is one of the most iconic places in Copenhagen.
- Vi skal mødes ved Nyhavn.We shall meet at Nyhavn.
- Jeg elsker de gamle huse i Nyhavn.I love the old houses in Nyhavn.
- Skal vi gå en tur i Nyhavn?Shall we take a walk in Nyhavn?
Example conversation
Two friends are planning their afternoon in Copenhagen.
- SofieVil du gå en tur i Nyhavn?Do you want to take a walk in Nyhavn?
- MikkelJa, det lyder som en god idé.Yes, that sounds like a good idea.
- SofieDet er smukt i Nyhavn i dag.It is beautiful in Nyhavn today.
- MikkelLad os tage derhen nu.Let's go there now.
