par

This is the 252nd most frequent Norwegian word.

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par

The Norwegian word "par" means "pair" or "couple" in English.


Here "par" refers to a set of two items that typically go together, such as shoes, socks, or gloves.

Jeg har et par sko.

I have a pair of shoes.


In this context, "par" is used to quantify sets of two that are multiples, indicating more than one set of stockings.

Hun kjøpte flere par strømper på salget.

She bought several pairs of stockings on the sale.


Here "par" describes groups of two people, emphasizing the social configuration or arrangement.

De satt i par under arbeidsmøtet.

They sat in pairs during the work meeting.