Norwegian · Travel & Places
Fly
Airplane
Beginnernoun · neuter
Definition
A flying vehicle with wings and engines.
Example
Flyet er en time forsinket.
The plane is delayed by an hour.
Etymology
The word 'fly' is derived from the Old Norse word 'fljúga', which means 'to fly'. It adapted into the modern Norwegian context with the advent of aviation.
How & Where It’s Used
'Fly' is used in formal contexts, particularly when discussing air travel, and is common in both written and spoken Norwegian across all regions.