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How to Say "What time is it?" in Norwegian

The SPAIKING TeamJuly 27, 2026
Hva er klokka?
"What time is it?" in Norwegian 路 say it like vah ahr klohk-ah

The most natural way to say "What time is it?" in Norwegian is Hva er klokka?. 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

Hva tid er det?
More casual and used in some regions.

When to use it

You can use this phrase when you want to know the current time. It is appropriate in both formal and informal settings. Just approach someone politely and ask. It's a common question in daily conversations.

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Examples in Norwegian

NorwegianEnglish
Hva er klokka n氓?What time is it now?
Kan du si meg hva klokka er?Can you tell me what time it is?
Common mistake
A common mistake is to forget to use the correct word order, as in 'Klokka hva er?' which is incorrect.

The fastest way to remember it

Vocabulary you only read fades fast. Vocabulary you say out loud sticks. Hear Hva er klokka?, 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 polite to ask for the time?

Yes, it is considered polite to ask someone for the time.

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