No. 980 in Norwegian
world
The Norwegian word for "world" is "verden," meaning the earth, its inhabitants, and everything within existence.
In a sentence
Verden er et vakkert sted.
The world is a beautiful place.
In this sentence, 'verden' refers to the planet Earth as a whole, highlighting its aesthetic qualities.
Han ønsker å reise rundt i verden.
He wants to travel around the world.
Here, 'verden' represents the collective regions or countries of the Earth, emphasizing its geographical vastness.
Digitalisering har forandret verden vi lever i.
Digitization has changed the world we live in.
In this context, 'verden' is used metaphorically to describe the environment, society, or conditions influenced by technological progression.
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