New Norwegian
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Definition
Noun: * New Norwegian: One of the two official written standards of the Norwegian language, alongside Bokmål. It was constructed in the 19th century by Ivar Aasen based on a synthesis of rural Western and Central Norwegian dialects, with the aim of creating a distinct Norwegian language less influenced by Danish.
Usage
- New Norwegian is used as a proper noun to name this specific language standard.
- The author chose to write the novel in New Norwegian to connect with the rural heritage.
- Both New Norwegian and Bokmål have equal official status in Norway.
- Learning New Norwegian provides insight into Norway's linguistic history.
Advanced Usage
- The term is often used in linguistic, educational, and cultural discussions about Norway's language planning and identity.
- The debate between New Norwegian and Bokmål reflects deeper cultural discussions in Norwegian society.
- It can be used attributively to describe things related to this language form.
- She is a New Norwegian poet. (Meaning: a poet who writes in New Norwegian)
- The New Norwegian dictionary was recently updated.
Variants and Related Words
- Nynorsk: The native Norwegian name for New Norwegian. The two terms are synonymous in English contexts.
- "Nynorsk" is the term most commonly used within Norway for New Norwegian.
- Bokmål: The other official written standard of Norwegian, which developed from the Dano-Norwegian used in cities.
- Landsmål: The historical name for New Norwegian, coined by its creator Ivar Aasen. It means "language of the country."
Synonyms
- Nynorsk: The direct synonym.
Notes on Different Meanings
- The term New Norwegian refers specifically to the constructed written standard. It does not refer to:
- Any modern or contemporary dialect of spoken Norwegian.
- The Norwegian language as a whole.
- A newly created language. Despite the word "new" in its name, it is based on older rural dialects.
Noun
- one of two official languages of Norway; based on rural dialects