solrik
The English word 'sunny' translates to Norwegian as solrik.
solrik is an adjective used to describe weather or days that have a lot of sun.
Meaning: weather, day (adj)
What does it mean word for word?
The word is a compound consisting of sol, meaning 'sun' and rik, meaning 'rich'.
Which one should you use?
Do not confuse the adjective solrik (sunny) with the noun sol, which means 'sun'.
How does it change in a sentence?
The base form solrik is used when describing masculine or feminine nouns. When you are modifying plural nouns, use the form solrike.
Did you know?
- Norwegian speakers often use the word solstråle (sunbeam) as a term of endearment for a child, much like 'sunbeam' or 'ray of sunshine' in English.
- In Norway, the concept of 'sunny' is often contrasted with gråvær, a specific word for the dull, grey weather that defines much of the autumn.
- While solrik is grammatically correct, a Norwegian person is more likely to simply say det er sol to describe a sunny day.
Examples in context
- Det er nydelig solskinn i dag!It's beautiful sunshine today!
- Vi har hatt mange solfylte dager denne sommeren!We have had many sunny days this summer!
- Det er en skyfri himmelIt's a cloudless sky.
Example conversation
Jakob and Sofie are planning a walk.
- JakobSkal vi gå en tur nå?Shall we go for a walk now?
- SofieJa, det er så solrik og varmt ute.Yes, it is so sunny and warm outside.
- JakobJeg tar med solbrillene mine.I will bring my sunglasses.
- SofieDet er en god idé, Jakob.That is a good idea, Jakob.
