taget

This is the 116th most frequent Danish word.


taget

"Taget" in Danish means "the roof" or "taken," depending on context.


In this sentence, 'taget' is used as a noun meaning 'the roof', illustrating its use in architectural contexts.

Taget er dækket af sne.

The roof is covered in snow.


Here, 'taget' functions as a part of a past participle phrase, derived from 'tage' (to take), signifying a completed action.

Vi har taget vores vinterjakker på.

We have put on our winter jackets.


In this phrase, 'taget' is used in a passive construction, derived from 'tage', indicating someone being caught in the act of doing something.

Han blev taget på fersk gerning.

He was caught red-handed.