Norwegian Word of the Day
forsiktig
for-SIK-tig • adjective — 29th of Jul, 2026
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Meaning: careful; cautious; acting in a way that avoids danger or mistakes
Examples
- Vær forsiktig på isen.
(Be careful on the ice.) - Hun er alltid forsiktig når hun kjører bil.
(She is always careful when she drives a car.) - Ta den forsiktige veien ned trappen.
(Take the careful way down the stairs.)
Synonyms
- varsom
- aktsom
- påpasselig
Antonyms
- uforsiktig
- dristig
This word is very common in everyday Norwegian when warning someone, giving advice, or describing careful behavior. It can be used for physical safety, handling objects gently, or making careful decisions.
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