No. 891 in Norwegian

havner

Ends up; harbors (depending on context).

In a sentence

Skipene ofte havner i Oslo.
The ships often dock in Oslo.
The word 'havner' here is used as a verb meaning 'dock' or 'arrive at a port'.
Han havner alltid i trøbbel.
He always ends up in trouble.
The word 'havner' here is used as a verb meaning 'ends up' or 'finds oneself'.
Kysten er kjent for sine vakre havner.
The coast is known for its beautiful harbors.
The word 'havner' here is used as a noun meaning 'harbors' or 'ports'.

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