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How to Say "Good afternoon" in Danish

The SPAIKING TeamJuly 27, 2026
God eftermiddag
"Good afternoon" in Danish 路 say it like gohd ef-ter-mee-dah

The most natural way to say "Good afternoon" in Danish is God eftermiddag. Tap the speaker above to hear it, then say it back out loud. That is the fastest way to make it stick.

Other ways to say it

Hej
a casual greeting that can be used at any time
Goddag
a more formal greeting, often used in business settings

When to use it

You can use 'God eftermiddag' when greeting someone in the afternoon. It is polite and suitable for both formal and informal situations. It's common in social gatherings, meetings, or when you meet someone on the street.

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Examples in Danish

DanishEnglish
God eftermiddag, hvordan har du det?Good afternoon, how are you?
God eftermiddag, jeg h氓ber, du har haft en god dag.Good afternoon, I hope you have had a good day.
Common mistake
Learners often confuse 'God eftermiddag' with 'God dag', which is used at any time of day.

The fastest way to remember it

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Frequently asked questions

Is it appropriate to use 'God eftermiddag' in a business meeting?

Yes, it is a polite and appropriate greeting for business meetings in the afternoon.

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