Norwegian English Dictionary

Norsk - English

avslappet in English:

1. casual casual


The fact is apparent to the most casual observer.
A casual remark can hurt someone.
casual clothes
I get the impression we will pay for this casual approach sooner or later.
Even casual observers realize one striking thing about drones — they often have four propellers (but can have anywhere from three to eight) unlike traditional RC helicopters, which have only one main rotor.
The verb 'help' takes to-infinitives and bare infinitives but bare infinitives are said to be the most common in casual text; as also used in this example sentence.
Up to now we've been taking a casual relaxed attitude toward our relationship but I want to start looking at us more critically.
That topic is too intimate to share with casual acquaintances.
I want our relationship to be casual - let's not talk about getting married just yet!
The interview took place around the kitchen table and was very casual.
 His voice was casual, but Harry couldn't help noticing that Mr. Weasley's ears had gone red, just like Ron's did when he was under Pressure.
Mono-casual, that is, caused by one thing.
It won't be an elegant party, so you can put on something casual.
Why can female staff in Canterbury wear casual clothes but the men have to wear shirts and ties?
You really need to take your studies more seriously if you want to succeed – your attitude is far too casual

English word "avslappet"(casual) occurs in sets:

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2. relaxed relaxed


I was nervous at first, but gradually got more relaxed.
My mother is really relaxed and never gets stressed.
The heat has relaxed.
The statue shows Lincoln with one fist clenched and the other relaxed.
This implies a fun and relaxed working atmosphere where team achievement is highly valued, communication is extremely important and traditional 3-hour meetings have been replaced by informal chats in the queue for coffee.
Up to now we've been taking a casual relaxed attitude toward our relationship but I want to start looking at us more critically.
I wish I could live at a more relaxed pace, instead of having to watch the clock all the time.
Please enjoy a calm time in a relaxed atmosphere beauty salon.
I also really had the feeling of having had a relaxed day with my family for the first time in a long while.
Here are some practical tips that help us stay relaxed at work.
Our office space makes us relaxed and creative.
Do you usually feel relaxed at the end of the week?
at witch time of the day do you generally feel most relaxed
We should bear in mind that only relaxed people living without too much pressure and worry have a chance to keep healthy.
Australians are supposed to have a relaxed and laid-back attitude to life.

English word "avslappet"(relaxed) occurs in sets:

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