kvadratisk
The English word 'square' (shaped like a square) is translated into Norwegian as kvadratisk or firkantet. Wiktionary also lists firkanta.
Meaning: shaped like a square (adj)
Ways to say it
| Norwegian |
|---|
| kvadratisk |
| firkantet |
| firkanta |
These terms are used to describe objects or shapes that have the properties of a square. If you are referring to the mathematical concept of squaring a number, the verb kvadrere is used. If you mean a town square or an open space, the nouns torg or plass are used instead.
What does it mean word for word?
The word firkantet is a compound of fire, meaning four and kant, meaning edge or corner, literally translating to 'four-cornered'.
Which one should you use?
Kvadratisk is used for formal or mathematical contexts, while firkantet is the more common way to describe shapes in everyday-life descriptions.
Related words
How does it change in a sentence?
The adjective kvadratisk does not change its ending based on the gender of the noun it describes.
Did you know?
- While a geometric square is kvadratisk, if you describe a person as firkantet, you are implying they are stiff, formal, or lacking in flexibility.
- In Norwegian, a 'square' in a game like chess or a board game is called a felt, which literally means 'field'.
- When describing a 'square meal', Norwegians do not use any of these words, instead using phrases that emphasize the meal is skikkelig or 'proper'.
Examples in context
- La oss møtes på den lille plassen ved kaféen.Let's meet at the small square by the café.
- Torgene i Bergen er kjent for sine fargerike boder.The squares in Bergen are known for their colorful stalls.
- Brettet har en kvadratisk form.The board has a square shape.
- Huset er bygget på en kvadratisk tomt.The house is built on a square plot.
Example conversation
Sofie and Kristoffer are discussing interior design at a furniture store.
- SofieSer du det kvadratiske bordet der?Do you see that square table there?
- KristofferJa, det passer perfekt i stuen vår.Yes, it fits perfectly in our living room.
- SofieEr det ikke veldig fint?Isn't it very nice?
- KristofferDet er det, Sofie.It is, Sofie.
Sources
- Wiktionary, “square” translations and entries kvadratisk, CC BY-SA 4.0, dump of 2026-09-26.
