🇳🇴 Norwegian phrases

How to Say "Nice to meet you" in Norwegian

The SPAIKING TeamJuly 27, 2026
Hyggelig å møte deg
"Nice to meet you" in Norwegian · say it like hoo-gee-leeg aw mö-teh die

The most natural way to say "Nice to meet you" in Norwegian is Hyggelig å møte deg. 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

Hyggelig å treffe deg
used interchangeably with 'møte' in casual settings
Det er en glede å møte deg
more formal and can be used in professional contexts

When to use it

Use this phrase when you are introduced to someone new. It is a friendly way to express that you are pleased to meet them. You can use it in both casual and formal situations, depending on the context.

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Examples in Norwegian

NorwegianEnglish
Hyggelig å møte deg, jeg har hørt mye om deg.Nice to meet you, I have heard a lot about you.
Common mistake
A common mistake is to use 'møte' in a very informal context where 'treffe' would be more appropriate.

The fastest way to remember it

Vocabulary you only read fades fast. Vocabulary you say out loud sticks. Hear Hyggelig å møte deg, repeat it a few times, then use it in a real sentence. SPAIKING lets you practice exactly that, speaking Norwegian with a coach that corrects your pronunciation in real time. You can start with two free conversations.

Frequently asked questions

Is it appropriate to use this phrase in a business setting?

Yes, it is polite and suitable for business introductions.

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