Vennligst ring meg i kveld.

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Breakdown of Vennligst ring meg i kveld.

• ringe: to call
• kvelden: the evening
• meg: me

Questions & Answers about Vennligst ring meg i kveld.

Why is it ring and not ringe?

Ring is the imperative (command) form of the verb å ringe (to call). Imperatives in Norwegian typically use the verb stem without endings. Quick paradigm:

• Infinitive: å ringe
• Present: ringer
• Past: ringte
• Perfect (supine): har ringt
• Imperative: ring

Is Vennligst a natural way to say “please” in everyday speech?

Not usually. Vennligst is formal and common on signs, instructions, and official messages. In conversation it can sound stiff or even brusque. More natural spoken options:

• Kan du ringe meg i kveld? (Can you call me tonight?)
• Kunne du ringe meg i kveld? (Could you call me tonight?—more polite)
• Vær så snill og ring meg i kveld. / Vær så snill å ringe meg i kveld. (Please call me tonight.)

Can I say Vennligst ringe meg i kveld?

No. After vennligst, you normally use the imperative form, so Vennligst ring meg i kveld is the correct pattern. If you want an infinitive, switch to the other polite pattern: Vær så snill å ringe meg i kveld.

Why is it meg and not jeg or min?