No. 870 in Norwegian
avgjørende
"Decisive" or "crucial."
In a sentence
Avgjørende handlinger kan påvirke utfallet.
Decisive actions can affect the outcome.
Here, 'avgjørende' is used to describe actions that are critical or crucial in determining an outcome.
Hun spilte en avgjørende rolle i prosjektet.
She played a decisive role in the project.
In this context, 'avgjørende' describes a role that is fundamentally important or pivotal in the project.
Det er avgjørende å planlegge godt for å lykkes.
It is crucial to plan well in order to succeed.
'Avgjørende' in this case emphasizes the importance or necessity of careful planning for success.
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