Norwegian · Common Verbs
Gå
To go / walk
Beginnerverb
Definition
To move on foot or to go somewhere.
Example
Vi går til parken.
We walk to the park.
Etymology
The verb 'gå' comes from the Old Norse 'ganga', meaning 'to walk or go'. It has retained its essential meaning throughout the history of the language.
How & Where It’s Used
'Gå' is commonly used in both spoken and written forms in informal and formal discussions, widely understood and recognized across all regions of Norway.