Vi ses snart
The English phrase "see you soon" is translated into Norwegian as Vi ses snart.
Vi ses snart is used specifically when there is a reasonable expectation or plan to meet again in the near future.
Meaning: goodbye (intj)
What does it mean word for word?
The phrase is a literal construction of Vi (we), ses (see each other) and snart (soon).
How does it change in a sentence?
The verb ses is the reflexive form of å se (to see), used here to imply a reciprocal action (seeing one another).
Did you know?
- While Vi ses snart implies a plan to meet, Norwegians often use Vi høres (we hear each other) if the next interaction will be via phone or text instead of in person.
- While Vi ses snart is grammatically perfect, many Norwegians in casual settings will drop the Vi entirely and simply say Ses snart!
- In very informal settings, Norwegians might shorten the sentiment to just Ses!, dropping the pronoun and the adverb entirely.
Examples in context
- Ha det bra, vi ses snart.Goodbye, see you soon.
- Takk for i dag, vi ses snart.Thanks for today, see you soon.
Example conversation
Two friends are finishing a phone call.
- KristofferJeg må gå nå, Emma.I have to go now, Emma.
- EmmaDet går fint, Kristoffer.That is fine, Kristoffer.
- KristofferVi ses snart!See you soon!
- EmmaJa, vi ses!Yes, see you!
