Hello Everyone!
Irregular verbs can be tricky when learning any language, and Danish is no exception. Understanding and practicing these verbs is essential for mastering Danish. Below, you'll find a guide to some of the most common irregular verbs in Danish, along with an exercise to help you practice these irregularities. Please let me know if you have any questions in a private message or in the comment section below. If you would like to continue learning about irregular verbs, check out the "Practise Your Danish Forum" for a fun exercise to help you with your verbs.
Common Irregular Verbs in Danish
Irregular verbs in Danish do not follow the standard conjugation patterns, so it's important to memorize their forms. Here are some of the most frequently used irregular verbs:
At være (to be)
Present: er
Past: var
Past Participle: været
At have (to have)
Present: har
Past: havde
Past Participle: haft
At gøre (to do/make)
Present: gør
Past: gjorde
Past Participle: gjort
At gå (to go/walk)
Present: går
Past: gik
Past Participle: gået
At se (to see)
Present: ser
Past: så
Past Participle: set
At tage (to take)
Present: tager
Past: tog
Past Participle: taget
At komme (to come)
Present: kommer
Past: kom
Past Participle: kommet
At få (to get/receive)
Present: får
Past: fik
Past Participle: fået
At blive (to become/remain)
Present: bliver
Past: blev
Past Participle: blevet
At vide (to know)
Present: ved
Past: vidste
Past Participle: vidst
Tips for Learning Irregular Verbs
Practice Regularly: Use flashcards or apps to test yourself on these verbs.
Make Sentences: Try to incorporate these verbs into your daily conversations.
Read and Listen: Engage with Danish media (books, podcasts, shows) to see and hear these verbs in context.
Write Daily: Keep a journal in Danish, focusing on using these irregular verbs correctly.
Happy Learning
Alison, OLS Community Manager - Danish