🇩🇰 Danish phrases

How to Say "What's up?" in Danish

The SPAIKING TeamJuly 27, 2026
Hvad så?
"What's up?" in Danish · say it like vahl soh

The most natural way to say "What's up?" in Danish is Hvad så?. 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

Hvordan går det?
more formal, often used when you want to ask about someone's well-being
Hvad sker der?
casual, used to ask what is going on

When to use it

You can use 'Hvad så?' when greeting friends or acquaintances in a relaxed setting. It's a friendly way to check in with someone. It can be used at any time of day.

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Examples in Danish

DanishEnglish
Hvad så, hvordan har du det?What's up, how are you?
Common mistake
Learners often confuse this with more formal greetings like 'Goddag'.

The fastest way to remember it

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

Frequently asked questions

Is 'Hvad så?' appropriate in all situations?

No, it's best used in casual settings among friends.

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