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How to Say "How old are you?" in Norwegian

The SPAIKING TeamJuly 27, 2026
Hvor gammel er du?
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The most natural way to say "How old are you?" in Norwegian is Hvor gammel er du?. 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

Hvor gammel er De?
more formal, used when addressing someone respectfully
Hvor gammel er han/hun?
used when asking about someone else's age

When to use it

You can use this phrase when you want to ask someone their age in a casual or friendly manner. It is appropriate in most social situations. Just remember to use the formal variant when speaking to someone you don't know well or in a professional context.

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Examples in Norwegian

NorwegianEnglish
Hvor gammel er du?How old are you?
Common mistake
A common mistake is to forget the correct word order; it should always be 'Hvor gammel er du?' not 'Du er hvor gammel?'.

The fastest way to remember it

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Frequently asked questions

Is it rude to ask someone's age?

In Norway, asking someone's age is generally acceptable, especially among friends.

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