Learn how to pronounce “æ” in Norwegian
I will show you how to pronounce “æ” in Norwegian accurately. Play the audio to hear it.
How can I pronounce it?
Pronunciation of the letter “æ.”
In this video, I will pronounce the letter “æ.” Enjoy.
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What is the pronunciation of the Norwegian letter “æ?”
The letter “æ” in Norwegian is pronounced the same as the letter “a” in the words “sad” or “hat” in English.
Below is a breakdown of the correct pronunciation.
- Open your mouth a little.
- Your tongue should be in a mid position.
- Begin as if you were saying the English sound “e,” but open your mouth slightly more.
Does the pronunciation of the “æ” sound vary in different regions?
The letter “æ” can slightly differ in pronunciation in different parts of Norway.
In most regions, more specifically in the east of the country, the “æ” sound is formed similar to the English “a” sound in the word “at,” which is the most common pronunciation of the letter.
In some northern and western areas, the letter “æ” tends to sound similar to the “e” in the English word “bed,” as it is said with a more closed mouth.
What are some Norwegian words that contain the letter “æ?”
Here are some examples of the many words in Norwegian that contain the letter “æ?”
- Græsse – Grass
- Været – Weather
- Kjærlighet – Love
- Pære – Pear
- Nære – Near
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Frequently Asked Questions
Let’s take a look at the answers to some of the most frequently asked questions I get about the letter “æ?”
What is the pronunciation of the Norwegian letter “æ?”
The letter “æ” in Norwegian is pronounced the same as the letter “a” in the words “sad” or “hat” in English.
Below is a breakdown of the correct pronunciation.
- Open your mouth a little.
- Your tongue should be in a mid position.
- Begin as if you were saying the English sound “e,” but open your mouth slightly more.
Does the pronunciation of the “æ” sound vary in different regions?
The letter “æ” can slightly differ in pronunciation in different parts of Norway.
In most regions, more specifically in the east of the country, the “æ” sound is formed similar to the English “a” sound in the word “at,” which is the most common pronunciation of the letter.
In some northern and western areas, the letter “æ” tends to sound similar to the “e” in the English word “bed,” as it is said with a more closed mouth.
What are some Norwegian words that contain the letter “æ?”
Here are some examples of the many words in Norwegian that contain the letter “æ?”
- Græsse – Grass
- Været – Weather
- Kjærlighet – Love
- Pære – Pear
- Nære – Near
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