Danish · Culture & Society
Land
Country
Beginnernoun · neuter
Definition
A nation with its own government and territory.
Example
Danmark er et lille men dejligt land.
Denmark is a small but lovely country.
Etymology
'Land' comes from the Old Norse 'land', meaning 'ground' or 'territory'. It has historically been used to denote geographical zones.
How & Where It’s Used
'Land' is used in both formal and informal contexts to discuss geographical, political, or cultural topics, with no notable regional variations.
Literary Heritage
Referenced in various Danish poems and national narratives.