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Questions & Answers about Jeg spiser lunsj.
What is the English translation of "Jeg spiser lunsj."?
It translates to "I eat lunch." This sentence conveys that the speaker is currently engaged in the act of eating lunch.
What role does "Jeg" play in the sentence?
"Jeg" is the subject pronoun meaning "I". It indicates who is performing the action in the sentence.
How is the verb "spiser" used in this sentence and does it change with different subjects?
"Spiser" is the present tense form of "spise", which means "to eat". In Norwegian, present tense verbs typically do not change form based on the subject. Whether it’s jeg spiser, du spiser, or han spiser, the verb remains the same.
What does the noun "lunsj" mean, and why isn’t there an article before it?
"Lunsj" means "lunch". In Norwegian, when referring to something in a general sense (such as a meal), it is common to use the noun without an article. A definite article or suffix would be added if you were referring to a specific lunch.
What is the word order in "Jeg spiser lunsj." and how does it compare to English?
The sentence follows the Subject-Verb-Object (SVO) order, which is the same as in English. "Jeg" (subject) comes first, followed by "spiser" (verb) and then "lunsj" (object).
Which tense is used in this sentence?
The sentence is written in the present tense, indicating that the action of eating lunch is happening now.