Norwegian · Nature & Environment
Måne
Moon
Beginnernoun · masculine
Definition
The bright object seen in the sky at night.
Example
Månen er full i kveld.
The moon is full tonight.
Etymology
'Måne' comes from the Old Norse word 'máni', which signifies 'moon'. The term has been retained across Scandinavian languages with similar meanings.
How & Where It’s Used
'Måne' is used in both formal and informal contexts, particularly in poetic and scientific discussions about celestial bodies in Norway.