av

This is the 2nd most frequent Norwegian word.

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av

"Av" in Norwegian means "of" or "from."


Here, "av" is used to indicate the creator or origin of something.

Jeg kjøpte en bok av forfatteren.

I bought a book by the author.


Here, "av" expresses the cause or reason for the feeling.

Han er stolt av arbeidet sitt.

He is proud of his work.


Here, "av" indicates a part of a whole.

Et stykke av kaken ble spist.

A piece of the cake was eaten.