| Hi, everybody! Do you know how Norwegian people celebrate New Year's Day? In this lesson, you'll learn some important phrases about the Norwegian New Year and some valuable cultural tips. |
| In Norwegian, New Year's day is called... |
| Nyttårsaften |
| [slowly] Nyttårsaften |
| On Nyttårsaften, Norwegian people greet each other by saying Godt Nyttår! |
| (slow) Godt Nyttår! |
| This means "Happy New Year." |
| When you meet someone for the first time in the new year, be sure to greet them with this phrase. |
| Norwegian people also celebrate the holiday with special events and customs. At most events, you will see… |
| fyrverkeri |
| (slow) fyrverkeri |
| This means "fireworks." |
| As midnight approaches, people usually go to the nearest park or hilltop to watch the fyrverkeri that are set off when the clock strikes 12:00. A lot of people bring their own fireworks, as it is legally permitted for anyone to set them off. At 12:00 they are all launched, and the dark night is filled with light. Everyone hugs each other and wishes each other a happy new year, and if you are lucky, you may even get a kiss. |
| On this special day, Norwegian people eat the meat of reinsdyr. |
| (slow) reinsdyr |
| This means "reindeer." |
| At a party in Norway, each person normally brings at least one dish: either a side dish, main course, or a dessert. The most common thing to eat for dinner on New Year’s Eve is reindeer and turkey. Moose steaks are also a popular choice. |
| Let's wrap up this lesson by recapping what you've learned. Listen to the expression and repeat after me. |
| "New Year's Day" |
| Nyttårsaften |
| * beep |
| Nyttårsaften |
| "Happy New Year!" |
| Godt Nyttår! |
| * beep |
| Godt Nyttår! |
| "fireworks" |
| fyrverkeri |
| * beep |
| fyrverkeri |
| "reindeer" |
| reinsdyr |
| * beep |
| reinsdyr |
| Well done! [pause] Here's a fun fact! |
| Do you know what type of accident is most common on New Year’s Eve? |
| The most prevalent accidents on New Year’s Eve are fireworks accidents. Every year, ERs across the country receive patients who have been hit by fireworks in the head or eyes. Be sure to watch out for stray fireworks if you're in Norway on New Year’s Eve! |
| You just learned how Norwegian people celebrate "New Year's Day" and some important facts about the holiday. |
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| I'll see you next time. Takk og sees neste gang! |
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