Bokmål or Nynorsk
The two font standards are visibly different. The document itself decides what form it takes.
North Germanic language
Have Norwegian translated
norsk
Norwegian is part of Parviz Abbasov's personal language base. For written documents, it must also be clarified whether Bokmål or Nynorsk is used.
Norwegian is spoken by around five million people. It has two officially used font standards.
Geographical distribution of Norwegian
- Main distribution
- Other regional use
- Selected Diaspora
Norway
Sweden
Denmark
Schematic selection of important distribution areas. Language usage does not always follow national borders; the map is not complete population statistics.
Language profile
Norwegian at a glance
- Proper name
- norsk
- language family
- North Germanic language
- font
- Latin alphabet; Pay attention to Bokmål or Nynorsk
- Language code
- no
Documents and deployment
The language direction is often used
It's not just the language that matters. ABBA-Sprachendienste also classifies document type, recipient, subject area, certification requirement and desired language direction.
Have the document checked- Employment and business contracts
- School and university certificates
- Civil status documents
- Technical and maritime specialist texts
- Authority and insurance documents
Origin and development
How language developed
Norwegian is a North Germanic language. The long political connection with Denmark strongly influenced the written language and led to the basis of today's Bokmål.
In the 19th century, Ivar Aasen developed Nynorsk based on Norwegian dialects. Both written forms are officially recognized today; Spoken dialects have an unusually high reputation in everyday life.
Good to know
What makes this language special
Dialects are normal
Norwegian dialects are also spoken in formal situations; Regional experience is helpful when interpreting.
Personal language skills
Parviz Abbasov speaks Norwegian and can personally classify and coordinate requests.
A little language insight
Three first expressions
The transcription only serves as an initial guide. Pronunciation and regional forms may vary.
| Original | Transcription | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| God dag | — | Good afternoon |
| Tack | — | Thank you |
| It's nice | — | Please |
Sources and classification
Further information
Speaker numbers are rounded guide values and may vary depending on the definition, year of survey and inclusion of second language speakers.
- Norwegian language
Wikipedia · language-specific overview
- Codes for the Representation of Names of Languages
Library of Congress / ISO 639-2 Registration Authority · Language codes and standardized language names
- Language and Locale Names
Unicode Common Locale Data Repository · Language, script and area names and variants
- Glottolog 5.3
Max Planck Institute for Evolutionary Anthropology · Language families, classification and linguistic literature
Editorial source status: July 14, 2026. Information will be cross-checked before production goes live.
Norwegian FAQ
Frequently asked questions about Norwegian
Can I have Norwegian translated into German and German translated into Norwegian?
Both directions can be requested. A binding commitment is made after checking the type of document, subject area, certification, date and intended use.
Which documents are often relevant when speaking Norwegian?
Employment and business contracts, school and university certificates, civil status documents, technical and maritime specialist texts are among the typical occasions. Other types of documents can also be checked with an easy-to-read photo or PDF.
What does ABBA-Sprachendienste look for in Norwegian?
Language direction, document type, Latin alphabet are checked; Note Bokmål or Nynorsk, name, stamp, subject area, purpose and possible need for authentication.
Do I need a certified translation for my Norwegian document?
This is decided by the receiving authority, the court, the notary or the other requesting body. Tell ABBA-Sprachendienste where the document will be presented; then the need can be classified appropriately.
Is a photo enough for the first check?
Yes. A complete, sharp and easy-to-read photo or PDF is usually sufficient to check the offer. Depending on the order, the original may also be required for later execution.
Have Norwegian ↔ German checked specifically
Send an easy-to-read photo or PDF. ABBA-Sprachendienste personally checks the language direction, document, purpose and certification requirements.
