Also if you're in the supermarket and someone is blocking the milk cabinet door, for a long time, you just stand there and wait until the other person is done, so you don't have to ask them to move over a bit.
Nope. you say "jeg smutter lige foran" Most people will run away scared of interacting with you without getting what they came for. And if they dont you get the plesure of pushing them polite away while you step in front of them And i will also move infront of the persons trying to make a angry face while queuing I will just be making a mocking laugh at your angry face 😝
Hilarious! I’m still awake because I’m writing my application for a Danish company when I see on my phone’s lockscreen that you’ve uploaded a new video about Danes. Now I’m watching this and I laugh AF as always while I’m watching your videos. Thank you, this definitely made my night!!
In your application remember to write some of you not grate sides. Maybe 7 good and 3 bad. To know your own bad sides is actually a great thing in Denmark. It's wierd but yeh
The danish 'intimidating' facial expression is really more of a blindly focused and relaxed face, lol. We just have 'resting face', and are really focused on getting home/wherever we need to go, and pick a direction to stare in, so we don't meet anyones eyes. (because we are socially awkward without alcohol).
What she told: be honest and don't mind if you're antisocial because people are too afraid to talk to strangers. What I learned: when necessary, be sassy as fuck.
My Viking boat got lost and I ended up in Brazil, haha! It's the only way to explain why I like so much your mindset and values, your beautiful Danish face! On your vacation, come to visit my vast country and my city, Olinda! I promise you a completely opposite experience as you have in Denmark, haha. You gonna love it, at least for awhile, haha. The disclaimer on this video should be graved on a plaque and be gold plated! Loved this one, as always!
Sarcasm. This must be why I'm so comfortable in Denmark, especially Copenhagen. While in Odense, I noticed people had a stronger "who the hell are you", face. Still, very nice after a bit.
hi Kelly! I did my exchange in Denmark and I must say that I experienced quite a lot of similarities between Denmark and my home country, Belgium. Especially in the north of Belgium where we speak Dutch I've noticed that the more introverted, timid or rather shy nature is a common thing. (But then again getting very drunk is also a really big thing here) I agree that it's not that easy to get into the already "made" friend-groups in DK but I agree that once Danish people let you in, it lasts for a very long time! I absolutely loved living there during 6 months!
I've just come across this video 5 years later and I rarely comment on videos but... Oh my God, everything about limiting my social interactions, not picking up unknown numbers, disliking random visits... It is so 100% me, I couldn't stay silent! I might not look like a Dane, but apparently I behave like one :D Great series of videos, thank you for brightening my day!
I love your videos about Danish culture and language. Based on this list, I'm well on my way to being Danish! Sarcasm, ☑️. Hatred of grocery shopping, ☑️. Not answering random numbers that call my phone, ☑️. Distaste for random people talking to me on public transit, ☑️. Your facial expressions are pure gold, btw. Keep the videos coming!
I really like these videos. You have explained my personality perfectly even though i have never been to Denmark. My dad moved to the states when he was a kid.
I must be danish by nature! 😂 - hate strangers - hate loud talking and hand gestures - always look pissed af - dont answer the phone if i don't know the number - too honest - ppl tell me I'm cold and very distant - did I mention I hate strangers and talking to them? - ppl close to me if there's space left,make me uncomfortable af - I laugh about myself all the time,bc im clumsy as hell - all I do at partys is sitting/standing around and drink. Drinking is good
We find each other on Instagram after we have Met each other. And then ignore each other the next time we see each other, until one of us are brave enough to like the other persons post, and then tadaaa..
Wish I could do this. As an American I too hate going to the grocery store and having people superficially asking me how I'm doing when they don't care. I hate small talk and feel uncofortable when a stranger gets in my business and wants to talk about the weather. I don't give a s*it. We're both outside so I know what the weather is.🙄🙄🙄
Now I realise that I've been acting pretty much like a Danish person for most of my life and it explains why people have called me things like "stone face" and "ice queen"... Now I just need to get rid of the few non-black things in my wardrobe :D
Kelly, I enjoy you so much. You have cleared up a lot of misunderstandings about "why???" for me. I have been in Denmark almost 8 years and I am from the US. Now that's irony.
I stumbled across this video because I was searching for some info for my upcoming trip to Copenhagen. I wasn't expecting to be entertained enough to binge watch a number of your vids!! Ha!! As an American, I can say I share a lot of these same traits... especially the sarcasm :-)
Later this year I will go to Japan with a Danish mate. I warned one of my Japanese teachers about how Danes are. After all, the Japanese are known for making Swedes look as expressive as the Italians and for making the English look as straightforward as the Dutch. She thought for a minute and said that she envies Danes a bit. Being that blunt and honest is far easier than having to worry so much about how to be perfectly subtle and kind like the Japanese have to.
its actually really funny how its so true this line is "and when people do stupid things danes clap at them and say well done" "and when ur failing at something u say wow im so good at this"
Hey Louise It Would Be Great If You Made A Video About How To Make Friends In Denmark I Really Want To Move There And I'm Already Learning The Language And I Have No Friends In The Country But I Want To Make Some Friends So Can you Help Me?
Danish people tend to make friends from work, school, sports or people they've met on the internet ect. It's not common to get friends with a random person on the street, but again everyone is different. I hope you'll find some friends.
it really depends on your age and your choice of where you want to make your freinds. if you are in school(folke skole, gyminasiet eller på universitetet) you can hopefully make freinds just from the sheer need of socializing(why cant i spell) with people. you could also bump into someone accidently and spill your coffee/books
I am so planning on doing grocery shopping in Denmark. I will sing to myself and do some dance steps, especially if I am waiting in line. 😂. I may be escorted to the border.
I'm officially a Dane now, most of the things you mentioned sounds logical to me and I do them, without knowing that it's supposed to be this way in Denmark. Can you do a video about the Danish sub-cultures that differs between different areas?
I'm an Spaniard who is moving to work to Denmark this month... According to this video and knowing that here in spain everyone is talking to anyone as we've been friends since we were born, I think I'm gonna have some trouble meeting people and I will be the crazy mad guy no one wants to walk close to
I was born Danish,still look the part.As a kid my parents moved to 'Murica.Then,every time I heard some drunk throwing up or a pug dog screaming,I remember thinking "Finally,someone else who speaks Danish".
I'm very introverted and recharge in solitude. I gave up alcohol, and realized how socially awkward I am without that crutch to lean on. I don't dislike people, but I like keeping to myself and being quiet. I avoid the sun, and feel at home on cold, overcast days. Maybe I've just been Danish this entire time? 🤷♂️
My "Danish" boyfriend answers every single phone call whether he knows the number or not. Even worse, when he answers any call, whether from a stranger or a loved one, he answers it "Frode speaking". Is he really Danish?
Kelly thanks for this video I live here "Copenhagen" one year and a half and it's been really difficult to understand the culture and the Danish ways, but you certainly makes more easier (:
Girl, how many cans of red bull did you chug before shooting this video? Never seen such a jittery Dane before. Apart from that, I think it's a very cool cultural introduction and I definitely learned a lot about Danish people. I've been to Copenhagen before by the way and it's one of my favourite cities in Europe.
All this time I thought I was an American.., man! How Danish I am at the core. I must visit soon 😉 I love your channel. Wonderful content. I just subscribed.
Clar Santamaría I honestly don't we have any stereotypes about Mexicans. Maybe just that they're friendly drug dealers? Lol 😂 but we have a crap ton of stereotypes about Americans, and they're mostly negative 😂😂
I love your videos. I'm American with Norwegian heritage. I have those tendencies to get irritated when strangers try to talk to me. I get irritated hen someone sits next to me on the bus when there are plenty other empty seats. I use alot of sarcasm when someone asks obvious questions or just making small talk
The intimidating part is sooo true especially having a conversation with anyone that’s danish just seems like a power struggle you have to win to see who’s of a higher status it’s so annoying!
I guess I can't be Danish after all, because I LOVE grocery shopping! It's so relaxing and I can listen to my music while I push my cart through the aisles and take my time.
I’m planning on moving to Denmark after I get my nursing degree. Are there any locations you suggest moving to? Also, does that mean I would have to learn anatomical and pharmaceutical terms in Danish as well?
So my family is moving to Denmark next year, I'm already learning the language, but I don't understand the school system. I'm 14, and I go to a High School, so will I just go to like a Gymnasium-thingy, or is it different? I also heard of something called høj skole, is that the same thing as High School? I'm really confused with all of it, so if you could make a video about the Danish school system, I would literally love you!
Karla Fiona M-R as a 14-year-old you’ll be in a 7th-9th grade. It’s our kind of elementary school, however you’ll be in the one of the oldest classes. Gymnasium is after 9th or 10th grade, which spread from age 15-21. It is a 3 year education or less, depending on which youth education you choose. In 8th, 9th and 10th grade you can choose a bording school, which is a live-in school that in most cases specialises in different categories like sports, music, drama etc. After gymnasium you go to university or “college”. You can also educate yourself as a worker instead of or after gymnasium. Gymnasium are also specialised. STX: elementary “high school”. Wide spread programs in languages, math/science, music etc. HHX: economy, business and maths. HTX: IT and science. HF: shorter STX program with exam in all subjects. These are the main ones. There’s a bunch of other educations, such as SOSU that are “social workers” and similar. STX, HHX and HTX are 3 year courses. HF is 2 years. Hope that made a bit of sense, it is confusing but represent many possibilities.
Højskole is like boarding school, but for fun, that you can do voluntarily as a gap-year after gymnasium. Ages range from 18 and up. Often they focus more on creative skills. They also tend to have shorter summer programs for people of all ages. Efterskole is similar, but is in between folkeskole (kindergarten class - 9th year) and gymnasium and is equivalent to the 10th year. It isn't mandatory either. - There are 9 mandatory years of the danish school system (folkeskole), efter that you can choose to go to gymnasium, which I guess is something like a mix between high school and college (level wise). There are also more practical schools that focus on apprenticeships, Erhvervsskole, that you can do after folkeskole.
Karla Fiona M-R When it comes to age, You should go in 8th grade of elementary school. If your Danish is not that strong, They might put You in 7th grade or Perhaps even 6th if You're bad at school (though, it is highly unlikely) You might need to put in some extra work, since you might have a language barrier. Though, højskole translates to High school, it is not the same. Højskole isn't technically even a Real school. You have to be 18 and it costs money. You usually to go there for a few months, up to a year, if You need a year to focus on learning things, that normal school doesn't teach You (commonly, højskoler is very artistic) or just need a break or some time to find yourself. You should not use to much energy about the rest of the education system, since it isn't relevant to You, before in a few years. It is a bit complicated, but Your future teacher/student councilor probably knows all about it. If You need any help or advice You're welcome to ask. I'm starting the gymnasium (HF - acting) This summer, so I know most of what there is to know about the Danish school system by now.
The only people who are allowed to talk to strangers are old ladies I busses who asks school classes where they are going on a trip and then talk about how lucky we are
My passport says French but I just discovered with this video that I'm a Dane ... I thought I was alone in googling unknown phone numbers and avoiding people's eyes during grocery shopping. Turns out there's a whole country doing that. Haha.
If your opinions are common in Denmark, my family has held onto our danishness through many generations abroad. My mother, 1st generation born outside of Denmark and EVERYONE else is of Danish heritage. We all behave in ways similar to your descriptions. We're not weirdos, we're normal like the rest of the Danes!👍😊💗
Any chance you wanna throw In a Danish wedding video? Getting married in Roskilde this July and I’m trying to explain to the Americans coming what to expect … I feel like you have a way more affective way of explaining this than I do
I might be 2 generations removed from Denmark, but watching these videos gave me some insite to myself. My grandfather was the first born in the US. His father was the true dane, however he died when my grandfather was 13. I suspect that enough Danish rubbed off on him. I did get to see him quite often and he died when I was 18
OMG! I love this country already! Here in Ireland we think it’s the most drinking country 😅😅😅 Your videos are so helpful and soon very soon I will be there 😅Can’t wait to move! Looks so my cuppa!
Although im not danish, norweigan or swedish i really feel nordic and i hope some day i can live in norway (yes im talking of norway on a danish video xd)
Also if you're in the supermarket and someone is blocking the milk cabinet door, for a long time, you just stand there and wait until the other person is done, so you don't have to ask them to move over a bit.
ccunicornfarts but in your mind you murder them slowly
OMG that is sooo true!
Absolutely!
And when they notice you standing there, they will move out of the way with a vague "Oh sorry, I didn't see you" and a nervous laugh.
Nope. you say "jeg smutter lige foran"
Most people will run away scared of interacting with you without getting what they came for.
And if they dont you get the plesure of pushing them polite away while you step in front of them
And i will also move infront of the persons trying to make a angry face while queuing
I will just be making a mocking laugh at your angry face 😝
Same in Sweden 🤣
I love talking to strangers in Denmark. They are so funny at this moment. Confused, scared, trying to find the words and not to look stupid.
Are you satan?
Becca thats against nordiC LAW
"Trying to find the words and not look stupid" I do not quite understand, what you mean here, could you please explain??
Im from Denmark! Hehe when i talked to a english person this was my face🤨😅
Excuse me
going in the supermarket and trying not to talk or look at anyone, PERFECT
And, try reflective sunglasses to avoid eye contact. It works to repel unwanted verbal intrusions in public places.
"You're not Daning right." Love it.
TukikoTroy yes she is
I would fit in perfectly in Denmark.
clover you could live on my Street! Im from Denmark......
As a foreigner living in Denmark, the low level of social interaction is actually rather depressing
I see it as a relief! Finally, people respect my personal space!
No..its really not.
The no surprise visit thing is the best. I hate when people just show up and expect you to be happy ahahhaa
The issue really is, how to make actual friends to interact with.
...Basically, get drunk at a bar.
I miss it.I live in Florida now,and feel like I need a restraining order against half the population.
If I suspect someone I know might be a Danish person, should I confront them about it? Or should I just call the police.
Joe Smith Back away slowly and put down some beer and lutefisk as a distraction so you can safely escape
Or just lure them in with beer and sarcasm.
What if they are armed with a pickled herring?
Joe Smith wait until after Easter and there will be no more pickled herring until November.
I LOVE THESE COMMENTS!!!!!!! (OMG ...sorry...i showed emotion.....backing away from situation.....)
Hilarious! I’m still awake because I’m writing my application for a Danish company when I see on my phone’s lockscreen that you’ve uploaded a new video about Danes. Now I’m watching this and I laugh AF as always while I’m watching your videos. Thank you, this definitely made my night!!
In your application remember to write some of you not grate sides. Maybe 7 good and 3 bad. To know your own bad sides is actually a great thing in Denmark. It's wierd but yeh
The danish 'intimidating' facial expression is really more of a blindly focused and relaxed face, lol. We just have 'resting face', and are really focused on getting home/wherever we need to go, and pick a direction to stare in, so we don't meet anyones eyes. (because we are socially awkward without alcohol).
What she told: be honest and don't mind if you're antisocial because people are too afraid to talk to strangers.
What I learned: when necessary, be sassy as fuck.
My Viking boat got lost and I ended up in Brazil, haha! It's the only way to explain why I like so much your mindset and values, your beautiful Danish face! On your vacation, come to visit my vast country and my city, Olinda! I promise you a completely opposite experience as you have in Denmark, haha. You gonna love it, at least for awhile, haha. The disclaimer on this video should be graved on a plaque and be gold plated! Loved this one, as always!
I've just moved to Denmark, and struggle a bit socially! I'm going to need your advice on making friends lmao.
chankom maybe look up in your area if there’s any meet ups,etc?
chankom Me too, since I'd love to go living there!
Get drunk and go out. Easiest trick.
chankom dont try to be funny just be youre self and remember dont be anoying
Be patient. Or get drunk.
There's actually not a lot of difference between the Dutch and the Danes. Especially the brutal honesty.
Lucy Scarlett - In de wolken there definetely isn't. Dutch people are cool ✌🏻
I don't know if I should be offended or if I should blush...
I've been to the Nederlands. I was very supprised how friendly people are there. Loved Amsterdam too. Very beautiful city.
Sarcasm. This must be why I'm so comfortable in Denmark, especially Copenhagen. While in Odense, I noticed people had a stronger "who the hell are you", face. Still, very nice after a bit.
I'm danish but I don't feel like I fit into Denmark so well. I don't get sarcasm and I do not wear black.
I enjoy your facial expressions so very much, you have no idea
I didn't realize grocery shopping was such a serious thing in Denmark. I love grocery shopping.
There's a fair number of these that are shared with the British like sarcasm, irony, queuing etc.
godt set
That's why the Danes love you guys in the UK :-)
hi Kelly! I did my exchange in Denmark and I must say that I experienced quite a lot of similarities between Denmark and my home country, Belgium. Especially in the north of Belgium where we speak Dutch I've noticed that the more introverted, timid or rather shy nature is a common thing. (But then again getting very drunk is also a really big thing here) I agree that it's not that easy to get into the already "made" friend-groups in DK but I agree that once Danish people let you in, it lasts for a very long time! I absolutely loved living there during 6 months!
Jeg elsker dine danish videoer. De er så sarkastisk morsomme, og pinligt nok genkendelige. Bliv ved med at lave dem.
I've just come across this video 5 years later and I rarely comment on videos but... Oh my God, everything about limiting my social interactions, not picking up unknown numbers, disliking random visits... It is so 100% me, I couldn't stay silent!
I might not look like a Dane, but apparently I behave like one :D
Great series of videos, thank you for brightening my day!
I love your videos about Danish culture and language. Based on this list, I'm well on my way to being Danish! Sarcasm, ☑️. Hatred of grocery shopping, ☑️. Not answering random numbers that call my phone, ☑️. Distaste for random people talking to me on public transit, ☑️. Your facial expressions are pure gold, btw. Keep the videos coming!
Everything you described is SUPER relatable. I’m from England but I’m pretty sure you described my friends and family.
Ugh! Why’d my parents have to migrate!? My home country awaits me!!!
I really like these videos. You have explained my personality perfectly even though i have never been to Denmark. My dad moved to the states when he was a kid.
I must be danish by nature! 😂
- hate strangers
- hate loud talking and hand gestures
- always look pissed af
- dont answer the phone if i don't know the number
- too honest
- ppl tell me I'm cold and very distant
- did I mention I hate strangers and talking to them?
- ppl close to me if there's space left,make me uncomfortable af
- I laugh about myself all the time,bc im clumsy as hell
- all I do at partys is sitting/standing around and drink. Drinking is good
wait if danes dont like when strangers talk to them, how do they make friends?
As a Dane i can answer that real quick. We get drunk and forget the rules or we dont get new friends.
You make friends with your friend's friends.
Through work or school because you'll have to work together and then they are suddenly not strangers anymore.
Wisti Johnston love your profile photo 😂😂😂
We find each other on Instagram after we have Met each other. And then ignore each other the next time we see each other, until one of us are brave enough to like the other persons post, and then tadaaa..
Wish I could do this. As an American I too hate going to the grocery store and having people superficially asking me how I'm doing when they don't care. I hate small talk and feel uncofortable when a stranger gets in my business and wants to talk about the weather. I don't give a s*it. We're both outside so I know what the weather is.🙄🙄🙄
Now I realise that I've been acting pretty much like a Danish person for most of my life and it explains why people have called me things like "stone face" and "ice queen"... Now I just need to get rid of the few non-black things in my wardrobe :D
Kelly, I enjoy you so much. You have cleared up a lot of misunderstandings about "why???" for me. I have been in Denmark almost 8 years and I am from the US. Now that's irony.
I stumbled across this video because I was searching for some info for my upcoming trip to Copenhagen. I wasn't expecting to be entertained enough to binge watch a number of your vids!! Ha!! As an American, I can say I share a lot of these same traits... especially the sarcasm :-)
Its 2am and I'm still happy like a child that you uploaded :3
Later this year I will go to Japan with a Danish mate. I warned one of my Japanese teachers about how Danes are. After all, the Japanese are known for making Swedes look as expressive as the Italians and for making the English look as straightforward as the Dutch. She thought for a minute and said that she envies Danes a bit. Being that blunt and honest is far easier than having to worry so much about how to be perfectly subtle and kind like the Japanese have to.
its actually really funny how its so true this line is "and when people do stupid things danes clap at them and say well done" "and when ur failing at something u say wow im so good at this"
Yeah, you're killing it on the uploading schedule!
hilarious. based on your description, i'm simultaneously extremely danish and a danish person's worst nightmare.
:D
Hey Louise It Would Be Great If You Made A Video About How To Make Friends In Denmark I Really Want To Move There And I'm Already Learning The Language And I Have No Friends In The Country But I Want To Make Some Friends So Can you Help Me?
Jacob Evans Nice video idea
Danish people tend to make friends from work, school, sports or people they've met on the internet ect. It's not common to get friends with a random person on the street, but again everyone is different. I hope you'll find some friends.
it really depends on your age and your choice of where you want to make your freinds. if you are in school(folke skole, gyminasiet eller på universitetet) you can hopefully make freinds just from the sheer need of socializing(why cant i spell) with people. you could also bump into someone accidently and spill your coffee/books
I am so planning on doing grocery shopping in Denmark. I will sing to myself and do some dance steps, especially if I am waiting in line. 😂. I may be escorted to the border.
I will do that as well. Thanks for the idea
I'm officially a Dane now, most of the things you mentioned sounds logical to me and I do them, without knowing that it's supposed to be this way in Denmark.
Can you do a video about the Danish sub-cultures that differs between different areas?
Jeg bor nu i København og du hjælper mig meget med!! Tak skal du have! (Jeg lærer stadig dansk også)
Ok i am a real Danish inside.. why on earth i whas born Italian
Samantha VALERI I totally feel you, I ask myself that constantly I don't fit in Spain D:
Same here (Spain)
I love you! I struggle big time. Please please make a video on how to make friends in DK and how to find a job.
Ha ha elsker den her video. Håber du laver flere 😂👍
I think even Danes think I’m cold 😂 I’m nailing the integration
This is also good advice for anyone moving to Minnesota.
I'm an Spaniard who is moving to work to Denmark this month... According to this video and knowing that here in spain everyone is talking to anyone as we've been friends since we were born, I think I'm gonna have some trouble meeting people and I will be the crazy mad guy no one wants to walk close to
I was born Danish,still look the part.As a kid my parents moved to 'Murica.Then,every time I heard some drunk throwing up or a pug dog screaming,I remember thinking "Finally,someone else who speaks Danish".
:-) Danes - your thinking is within yourself - with some it's not far off :-) (I'm a Dane)
I'm very introverted and recharge in solitude. I gave up alcohol, and realized how socially awkward I am without that crutch to lean on. I don't dislike people, but I like keeping to myself and being quiet. I avoid the sun, and feel at home on cold, overcast days. Maybe I've just been Danish this entire time? 🤷♂️
My "Danish" boyfriend answers every single phone call whether he knows the number or not. Even worse, when he answers any call, whether from a stranger or a loved one, he answers it "Frode speaking". Is he really Danish?
"they need to hide the body first" oh my godd im laughing
Kelly thanks for this video I live here "Copenhagen" one year and a half and it's been really difficult to understand the culture and the Danish ways, but you certainly makes more easier (:
Girl, how many cans of red bull did you chug before shooting this video? Never seen such a jittery Dane before. Apart from that, I think it's a very cool cultural introduction and I definitely learned a lot about Danish people. I've been to Copenhagen before by the way and it's one of my favourite cities in Europe.
All this time I thought I was an American.., man! How Danish I am at the core. I must visit soon 😉
I love your channel. Wonderful content. I just subscribed.
I love your videos!
Btw, I really want to know: what stereotypes do danes have of other nationalities? What do you guys think of, say, us Mexicans?
Thank you! We adore you. You gave us nachos!
😎
Mexican food and Tequila is LIFE! my favorite! (But I’m American 🙊) LOL
Clar Santamaría I honestly don't we have any stereotypes about Mexicans. Maybe just that they're friendly drug dealers? Lol 😂 but we have a crap ton of stereotypes about Americans, and they're mostly negative 😂😂
Clar Santamaría Children think that you all wear those hats and a moustache, lol. I just thank you for tacos and nachos.
I love your videos. I'm American with Norwegian heritage. I have those tendencies to get irritated when strangers try to talk to me. I get irritated hen someone sits next to me on the bus when there are plenty other empty seats. I use alot of sarcasm when someone asks obvious questions or just making small talk
The intimidating part is sooo true especially having a conversation with anyone that’s danish just seems like a power struggle you have to win to see who’s of a higher status it’s so annoying!
Yes!! You made me day!! Jeg elsker dig!!
That blowing nose reaction was so cute😂😍awww
I guess I can't be Danish after all, because I LOVE grocery shopping! It's so relaxing and I can listen to my music while I push my cart through the aisles and take my time.
You kick ass Louise!!! Keep it up!
I’m planning on moving to Denmark after I get my nursing degree. Are there any locations you suggest moving to? Also, does that mean I would have to learn anatomical and pharmaceutical terms in Danish as well?
Kelly I love your videos.
OMG I love ur videos-I'm a dane, but I moved to America.... Your videos help me here on there . Thx so much
So my family is moving to Denmark next year, I'm already learning the language, but I don't understand the school system. I'm 14, and I go to a High School, so will I just go to like a Gymnasium-thingy, or is it different? I also heard of something called høj skole, is that the same thing as High School? I'm really confused with all of it, so if you could make a video about the Danish school system, I would literally love you!
Karla Fiona M-R as a 14-year-old you’ll be in a 7th-9th grade. It’s our kind of elementary school, however you’ll be in the one of the oldest classes. Gymnasium is after 9th or 10th grade, which spread from age 15-21. It is a 3 year education or less, depending on which youth education you choose. In 8th, 9th and 10th grade you can choose a bording school, which is a live-in school that in most cases specialises in different categories like sports, music, drama etc. After gymnasium you go to university or “college”. You can also educate yourself as a worker instead of or after gymnasium. Gymnasium are also specialised. STX: elementary “high school”. Wide spread programs in languages, math/science, music etc.
HHX: economy, business and maths.
HTX: IT and science.
HF: shorter STX program with exam in all subjects.
These are the main ones. There’s a bunch of other educations, such as SOSU that are “social workers” and similar.
STX, HHX and HTX are 3 year courses. HF is 2 years.
Hope that made a bit of sense, it is confusing but represent many possibilities.
StulleX thank you
Højskole is like boarding school, but for fun, that you can do voluntarily as a gap-year after gymnasium. Ages range from 18 and up. Often they focus more on creative skills. They also tend to have shorter summer programs for people of all ages. Efterskole is similar, but is in between folkeskole (kindergarten class - 9th year) and gymnasium and is equivalent to the 10th year. It isn't mandatory either.
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There are 9 mandatory years of the danish school system (folkeskole), efter that you can choose to go to gymnasium, which I guess is something like a mix between high school and college (level wise). There are also more practical schools that focus on apprenticeships, Erhvervsskole, that you can do after folkeskole.
Karla Fiona M-R When it comes to age, You should go in 8th grade of elementary school. If your Danish is not that strong, They might put You in 7th grade or Perhaps even 6th if You're bad at school (though, it is highly unlikely) You might need to put in some extra work, since you might have a language barrier.
Though, højskole translates to High school, it is not the same. Højskole isn't technically even a Real school. You have to be 18 and it costs money. You usually to go there for a few months, up to a year, if You need a year to focus on learning things, that normal school doesn't teach You (commonly, højskoler is very artistic) or just need a break or some time to find yourself.
You should not use to much energy about the rest of the education system, since it isn't relevant to You, before in a few years. It is a bit complicated, but Your future teacher/student councilor probably knows all about it.
If You need any help or advice You're welcome to ask. I'm starting the gymnasium (HF - acting) This summer, so I know most of what there is to know about the Danish school system by now.
jeg går i 7 klasse og jeg har lige lært om gym og uni osv. men jeg forstod intet af det der:^)
The only people who are allowed to talk to strangers are old ladies I busses who asks school classes where they are going on a trip and then talk about how lucky we are
you forgot "complian about everything and anything"
"I asume you already watched the first one, if not, what are you even doing here?" |_(O-O)_| I just wanted to watch your new video jeez!
My passport says French but I just discovered with this video that I'm a Dane ... I thought I was alone in googling unknown phone numbers and avoiding people's eyes during grocery shopping. Turns out there's a whole country doing that. Haha.
Again:
You're not at all alone. Bet half of Denmark does that (y) (I am Danish)
Denmark sounds like heaven. When you mentioned sarcasm, I was ready to pack my bags and move....I think I'm a Dane at heart.
The truth! She’s speaking the truth! 😂
U are seriously hilarious 😂 elsker at se dine videoer 👍🏻😂
This video confirms that I’m Danish at heart
more videos of thissssssssssssss pleaseeeeeeeeeee
Lol! I was born and raised in Canada and yet my Danish character traits are just as you've described! 😂
If your opinions are common in Denmark, my family has held onto our danishness through many generations abroad. My mother, 1st generation born outside of Denmark and EVERYONE else is of Danish heritage. We all behave in ways similar to your descriptions. We're not weirdos, we're normal like the rest of the Danes!👍😊💗
I felt so scared making a sound in copenhagen.... you danes are so different from Holland. I love it
Practicing for my some-day trip to see family in Næstved with the best teacher ever
As a Norwegian, I'd just like to say it's the same here, but if you're in a boat you wave at everyone-
I love your videos! ❤️
I visited Denmark many times over the years, and I'm quite proud that I always made it out alive. 🤪
as a northern german person i relate to this ar too much...
I must admit some of this rings true with the Danish side of my family but no all. Love your videos Louise they are entertaining. 😊❤️❤️🇩🇰🇩🇰
That was fucking PERFECT A+ 12/12 big applause from here.
If avoiding strangers is your forte, I wonder how dating apps work in Denmark?
* you need to scream at everyone when you’re on your goddamn bicycle
Det er genialt, elsker det god vid
Haha jeg elsker dine videoer 😂. Fantastisk 😂 og true
Det er simpelthen bare skønt
It's just awesome
Any chance you wanna throw In a Danish wedding video? Getting married in Roskilde this July and I’m trying to explain to the Americans coming what to expect … I feel like you have a way more affective way of explaining this than I do
I’m planning to go to an exchange to Denmark. How do I make friends?
I'm a dane. And even I want to see a video about making danish friends.
And no-no, I'm awesome at making new friends, I swear.
Where are you from? you spoke really good denmark. Sorry for the bad english, im tired, and danish
I might be 2 generations removed from Denmark, but watching these videos gave me some insite to myself. My grandfather was the first born in the US. His father was the true dane, however he died when my grandfather was 13. I suspect that enough Danish rubbed off on him. I did get to see him quite often and he died when I was 18
I'm Argentinian but now I think I'm a Dane
"...you'll not be in the next season". Haha, elsker det. Det er så sandt xD
I’m Brazilian! How do Danish people see Brazilians? Because we’re quiiiiite different...
You are absolutely hilarious!!
Everything true! Especially the sarcasm part. 😇
OMG! I love this country already! Here in Ireland we think it’s the most drinking country 😅😅😅 Your videos are so helpful and soon very soon I will be there 😅Can’t wait to move! Looks so my cuppa!
Watching this on my computer while commenting how amazing your video is from my phone 😂🤷🏼♀️
I am a Viking tho, cause i’m Norwegian
Although im not danish, norweigan or swedish i really feel nordic and i hope some day i can live in norway (yes im talking of norway on a danish video xd)