How Do You Translate The Norwegian Language?
With more than 5 million speakers, the national language of Norway has considerable importance for those interested in Scandinavian languages. Translating the Norwegian language can be a valuable skill, as brochures, technical guides, and other materials need to be translated into English or other languages. By being methodical about your translations and aware of the Norwegian language’s roots and historical changes, you can successfully translate your text from Norwegian to a secondary language. Identify which “Norwegian” you are translating. Because of Norway’s history with Denmark and Danish speakers (in addition to other factors), two languages have emerged in the country: Nynorsk (“New Norwegian,” based on the earlier Landsmål, which was created from regional dialects) and Bokmål (“book language,” based on Riksmål, an earlier written language very similar to Dutch). You are most likely working with Bokmål if you are translating a written text, but if you are unsure, check with a
