bruk

bruk

The Norwegian word "bruk" means "use" or "usage" in English.

Here, 'bruk' is a noun meaning 'use' or 'purpose', referring to the utility of the old chair.

Jeg har mye bruk for den gamle stolen.

I have much use for the old chair.

Here, 'bruke' is a verb derived from 'bruk', meaning 'to use', referring to operating the machine.

Kan du vise meg hvordan jeg skal bruke denne maskinen?

Can you show me how to use this machine?

Here, 'bruk' appears as a noun again, meaning 'usage', referring to the consumption of resources.

Det er viktig å redusere unødvendig bruk av ressurser.

It is important to reduce unnecessary usage of resources.