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Questions & Answers about Begivenheden sker om natten.
Why is the word Begivenheden used instead of just Begivenhed?
In Danish, nouns can appear in a definite form by adding an ending such as -en (for common gender) or -et (for neuter). Begivenheden is the definite form of begivenhed, so it’s like saying “the event” rather than “an event.”
What does the verb sker mean in Danish?
Sker translates to “happens” or “occurs.” It’s the present tense form of the verb at ske, which means “to happen.” In this sentence, it describes that the event is taking place during the night.
Why do we say om natten instead of something like i natten?
In Danish, om natten is a common way to express events occurring “at night” in a general sense. It literally covers the period of night, rather than pointing to a specific night. I natten (with the preposition i) would sound more like “in the night” in a literal or poetic setting, which is less common in everyday usage.
Can you use i nat instead of om natten?