Danish · A1 (Beginner)
Work in Danish: Words & Phrases
Quick answer: The most useful Danish words for work are arbejdet (the work / job), kontoret (the office) and chefen (the boss). The full Danish work phrase list with example sentences is below.
The essential Danish vocabulary for work, with example sentences and English translations. This is A1 (Beginner) material — exactly the kind of practical language you need when you're learning Danish to live, work, or settle abroad.
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Key work vocabulary
| Danish | English |
|---|---|
| arbejdet | the work / job |
| kontoret | the office |
| chefen | the boss |
| kollegaen | the colleague |
| arbejde | to work |
| jobbet | the job |
| lønnen | the salary |
| mødet | the meeting |
| computeren | the computer |
| overarbejde | overtime |
Example sentences
Jeg cykler til arbejde.
I cycle to work.
Jeg arbejder på et kontor i centrum.
I work in an office in the city centre.
Min chef er meget venlig.
My boss is very friendly.
Mine kolleger er søde.
My colleagues are nice.
Jeg arbejder fra ni til fem.
I work from nine to five.
Jeg har et møde klokken to.
I have a meeting at two o'clock.
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