Norwegian · A2 (Elementary)
Work in Norwegian: Words & Phrases
Quick answer: The most useful Norwegian words for work are kontrakten (the contract), lønnen (the salary) and ferien (the annual leave). The full Norwegian work phrase list with example sentences is below.
The essential Norwegian vocabulary for work, with example sentences and English translations. This is A2 (Elementary) material — exactly the kind of practical language you need when you're learning Norwegian to live, work, or settle abroad.
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Key work vocabulary
| Norwegian | English |
|---|---|
| kontrakten | the contract |
| lønnen | the salary |
| ferien | the annual leave |
| overtidsbetaling | overtime pay |
| si opp | to resign |
| ansette | to hire |
| fast stilling | permanent position |
| midlertidig stilling | fixed-term position |
| jobbintervjuet | the job interview |
| hjemmekontor | remote work / home office |
Example sentences
Jeg har skrevet under en ny kontrakt.
I have signed a new contract.
Lønnen min er tredve tusen kroner.
My salary is thirty thousand kroner.
Jeg har fem ukers ferie.
I have five weeks annual leave.
Jeg har fått fast stilling.
I have got a permanent position.
Jeg vil si opp jobben min.
I want to resign from my job.
Jeg jobber hjemmefra to dager i uken.
I work from home two days a week.
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