For my mom’s 90th, we had the bakery put “Uff da” on her birthday cake and she LOVED it! She was the daughter of Norwegian immigrants and very proud of that. 🇳🇴
We say uff da all the time in Minnesota. And the cashier at the grocery store will definitely try to talk to you. They might even tell you very personal things. Basically Minnesotans use strangers for therapy.
Applying what I learned in this video: "I had to buy French wine instead of Italian." Uffda. "I left my book on the train." Uffda. "I hate tacos." What? What kind of person are you?!
Taco shells are mostly corn, which punches micro-holes in your intestines. This allows intestinal fluid (i.e. feces) to leak into your abdominal cavity, causing inflammation and potentially internal tissue infections, while weakening the immune system overall and leading to a higher rate of illness in general. Only a dangerously uneducated person would consider eating corn.
You and Mads have such a great dynamic. I learned so much, and laughed so hard - especially when the sign fell off the wall when Mads said the boss had taken credit for his work. 🙃
Do a video on what Norwegians are expected to do for work, like what’s the most respected or most wanted job that every Norwegian parent want their kids to be vs what most Norwegians actually do.
sploofmonkey Both are great ideas. I’d really like to know what jobs are considered Uff da. I would like to know more about sports in Norway although I’m not sports minded. I think Mads and what’s-his-name (that’s a joke!) have made me interested in all aspects of life in Norway.
Here in the United States a Uff Da would be, “that sucks, Bro.” I wouldn’t make it in Norway. I’m waaaaayyyy too friendly to strangers. I’m from the South. We talk and wave at everyone.
I am from VA. I just got back from Oslo and Bergen and found most everyone very friendly. Everyone spoke engish and were very approachable. Maybe it's different in the suburbs and small towns where they aren't as used to tourists.
Hysterical! I heard all this variations in North and South Dakota and in Minnesota when I was traveling and operating on Americans of Norvegian descend there ! Believe or not Norwegians still using "Huff Da" and other variations word when they speak English! English is not my first language, I did not understand meanings and really thank you for explanation!
You guys are so funny. Always have me cracking up. You have to get some merchandise with that on it! LOVE your videos. I'm in Pennsylvania, U.S. You've made me want to visit your country now.
@@YOURWAY2NORWAY "Bless your heart" is also used in the South to mask an insult in the politest way possible LOL For example: "I'm really struggling to pay my bills but I managed to bake a cake for my son's birthday" [genuine BYH] Little Timmy hands you a crayon drawing to hang on the fridge and it's the ugliest thing you've ever seen but you don't want to hurt his feelings [sarcastic BYH]
We use UffDa because the Scandinavians brought it to the mid west. It is always the answer to a negative situation but it is said with different inflections to convey the feeling behind it. It can be said with disgust, Sympathy, derision, or anger. My grandmother mostly used it to express "what have you done now!" While looking at a mess we made. A lot of time it means "i'm done in tired". I always thought it meant the last straw lol. Mostly we use "Ahhh Sh*T !" the same ways.
Ronald, I'm part of a Facebook group dedicated to learning the Norwegian language, and we've had people ask about "uff da" recently. So I shared your video with the group. Hopefully some of the 800 members will subscribe to your channel! Keep up the good work!
On the west coast of America like California/ Nevada we say ... DUDE REALLY?!?! 😂😂 and it depends on how long you you hold the word ... dudeeeeee reallyyyyyy shows how bad it is 😂
@@YOURWAY2NORWAY More emphasis on the Dude word, usually with a downturn on last syllable the sort of a Dooo d, you kind of put sorrow into it. The "really" part is more lilted and questioning in hopes that they are just joking.
@@marinazagrai1623 i live in ny state. 90 miles north of nyc. Do not surf. We have used dude, really? for at least 20 yrs. Of course not everyone uses same of course but yes it is very expressive.
Actually in Australia the phrase "she'll be right mate" covers everything from being bitten by a deadly snake or loosing your house in a bush fire to getting the wrong coffee order. Strange but true.
@@YOURWAY2NORWAY hahahaha - this phrase is so emotionally dysfunctional! it's usually said by the person who the bad thing happened to. it goes like this: "I'm so sorry both your legs were chopped off!" then the acceptable reply by you is: "she'll be right mate!" and then for emphasis: "no worries!" 😃🤦♀️
Agreed, also “ get f$&ked!?!?” An expression of disbelief and dismay when told bad news. The expression of the face must be one of disgust and disbelief. “get f$&ked” can also mean f$&k off when used angrily 😂
Thank you so much for the great videos. We love you guys. I'm English married to a norweigen man and now I understand him much better. You have truly enriched our marriage. How about a video on the norweigen mother in law? We chat a lot in England especially at the shop checkout with complete strangers xxx
In the 1960s, my South Dakota grandmother said she met some Norwegian ranchers and their families in the north of the state. I asked her what they were like. She said, "I don't really know. They didn't talk!" 😳😄
In Indiana, USA we would probably say, "Awww bummer!" (I am aware that in the UK, that phrase might be considered crude... but it is a very innocent phrase in the US Midwest region.)
Lol I couldn't keep a straight face when my American mom in law would talk about fannies(female parts) gang bangers (group sex) and spunky(covered in semen) though I admit to calling out loudly in shops that they had bargain rubbers (erasers to you, we use erasers but it's very formal)
Same in the US Midwest I said something "sucks" in front of my grandmother and she was very offended. I never considered until that moment that anyone would ever take it that way
When I went to life (9 years) in Argentina, I learned to speak the Spanish used in that country - more of an Italian sounding version. They use "Ufda" also. It's a term of surprise and sympathy also there. When I moved my family back to the U.S., more specifically, Minnesota, I was caught off-guard when I kept hearing: "Uff da!" used in the same way, in similar situation in Minnesotan Norwenglish (sounds better than "Swenglish"!) I don't know how it made its way into Argentina, but it's a Fact that it's to be found there, as well!
Uff da has been passed down through my family for a couple generations. Moving to FL from MN and learning no one in Florida has ever heard of it was a culture shock. I still use it almost every day. I always explain the origin and use.
I was DYING at the part about the cashier 😂 - In Texas cashiers can literally get written up in some places for not starting a lively conversation with every customer LOL. Norwegians would probably die.
@@merk9569 I edit theses for a side hustle and it's less common now, more supervisors are accepting an acknowledgement of thanks in the introduction. It is becoming increasingly unethical or frowned upon to the credit for the candidate's work it gives the school a bad name
SCANDINORDIC Dot Com When I wrote that comment I was thinking about a job situation rather than at university. When I was at university (last century) it was definitely the norm for your research to be published by the major professor with only a small acknowledgement to the actual scientist who had done the work. When I began working, I was a research scientist in pharmaceutics and our research was almost always published under the PhD without so much as an acknowledgement. I am so glad to hear that it is changing. When I became a first line supervisor my research assistants were always my coauthors. It ticked a lot of people off because they wouldn’t give any credit to their staff. I’m a firm believer in what goes around, comes around!
I live in South Carolina and I am the only person I know that says "oof!" Now I'll just say, "Uff-da," BTW, there is a city named Norway in South Carolina.
Up here in Northwestern Montana where I grew up there are many descendants of the Norsk. I myself have Norwegian heritage on my Moms side of the family. Keep up the great videos!
Yay....I was going to ask in the comments of last video about this very subject. My grandparents said uff dah all the time for all different things.Run in to it in friends from Midwest and used to be heard in the Ballard neighborhood of Seattle years ago.
Hi Ronald and Mads...Here in Brasil we have some expressions like this -“Nossa!!” And “ Putz” ... It’ s very normal to ask, or say “ How are you?” Or “ Are you fine” For is is not an invasion of privacy. We expect this!!! And the answer is always “ Fine”.. unless you want to explain...We should always say “ Good Morning “ for the neighbor!!! For us means being polite!!! And here, for us, it is not normal to put parents in Nursing Homes. They live with the family, we take care of them!!! Unhappy, things are changing a little today!!! Love you guys!! Very nice video!
In Australia, the word "mate" can cover all of those reactions on your list plus a multitude of other things. It simply depends on your tone and inflection when you say it.
We sometimes shop a few counties away where the snobs live so we don’t have to hear the family history of everyone in the local store. Most of the locals are kind, non-judgmental people (and I’m a lesbo with piercings and green hair), but holy crap they love to talk! I just might be jumping ship to Norway soon... And no, I’m not trying to get an uff da 😂. Great video, as always! 😘💨
Congratulations on 40,000 subscribers! OK, so, I woke up this morning and thought about asking you to do this! Honestly, this is so crazy. My family uses this all the time. Good job guys, I really enjoyed it. You never fail to entertain me. And congratulations on being brave and putting out your merch, that is not an easy thing to decide to do. I hope you have many, many sales!! Thanks for being you!
In California we say, 'OMG, Really?' to express everyday sympathy ... or, "Holy Shit, are you kidding?!" or "Oh dear ....' The teenagers would substitute the *F* word in place of any of these sayings. For something really terrible, we might say, "Oh no! Are you serious? I'm so sorry," as a means to convey sympathy in a spirit of wishing to help in some way. As always, another superb video! xoxo
Lived in Minnesota for a few years, there was a lot of Uffda'ing around. I usually just shortened it to oof. :P (Lots of scandinavian migrants in Minnesota)
Total Michigan is a conversation about to happen. Everyone talks to EVERYONE, all the time. It is wonderful. No matter where you are, or doing, anyone within speaking distance will be asked to join a conversation. That is just the way it is.
You both are just wonderful! I have worked in Norway 30 years ago for 2 years, still I feel kind of close to that country. But such a precise uffda-explaining and understanding, I never had. You made me laugh, you are graet ! 🙋♥️
I would love a video like this on the mannerism of sucking air in as an agreement or acknowledgement. I do that sometimes here (usa) and it shocks people. Lol. They think something really bad just happened.
I love all the different ways we can use uff da and how it has evolved in different regions. Out here on the NW Oregon/SW Washington coast, I normally hear it used when someone is startled, or as a way to voice dismay. “Uff da! Don’t sneak up on me!” Miss the ferry? Joints crack as you stand up? “Uff da!”
Hehe, you guys seem to use the sweet nice version of Uff da. Cool to learn! Thanks for sharing Olivia Sorenson (Sørensen?). Cheers from Ronald & Mads :):)
In Los Angeles, California we say "Oh he** no!" for bafflement or astonishment. We also say "Oh, girl..." and we say it a different way depending on what we mean. It's just like how Norwegians use uff da. As an example, "Ohhhhhh GIRL" or "Oh, Girrrrrrrrl" depending on the situation. Please keep the culture and language lessons in your videos!! I've told so many people about the channel (even the cashier at the grocery store, but we talk to strangers all the time in California)!
I had no idea that Norwegian Norwegians used it! I thought it was just an Norwegian American expression! Never heard my relatives say it! Loving this educational breakdown.
One of your best guys! Classic! Would love to watch you guys visit Southern USA where you WILL be invaded! Southern hospitality just might overwhelm you!
Learned so much from this one! Sorry to say you would hate shopping in America. All of the service people, cashiers, baggers, shelf stockers will talk to you. Some way more than you want too. Some stores even have Greeters whose sole job is to say Hi an welcome you to the store. Yes, it's our form of Hell.
Ok, so from what I gather, “Uff Da” is like saying “Lame” or “Bummer” in California. Surfer and Valley Girl accent sometimes added for emphasis depending on who you’re talking to, though most just say it normal. Some also add “dude” or “bro.” “They didn’t hire me.” “Laaame! Shame on them. You were perfect for the job.” “I can’t go out today. I’m sick.” “Bummer. Maybe next time.” “I’m standing in line at the DMV.” “Uff da! Hope you’re in the right line.” As always, wonderful and interesting video. You two are top-notch when it comes to engaging with your viewers. Very thoughtful and sincere. Have a great day! 😃😃
Another great video! I've learned so much about Norway from both of you and you make it fun and easy. I repeat everything to my husband and try to incorporate the words into my everyday use. Being from North Carolina, USA, along with my southern drawl, I get some funny looks when I use what you've taught. Keep the videos coming; now we just need to find someone from California who can get you guys nominated for an Oscar. Maybe best short documentary? 😀
In Minnesota, USA, we say Uffda. And since you have said you have the best subscribers and we are 3rd and 5th generation Norwegian-Americans, we have subscribed.
You can change the meaning some what by just changing emphasis on the word also.This is acually a word i used to hear from my boss in Minnesota years ago.
so bold of you to assume i now know more about uff da.... my Norwegian boyfriend is laughing so hard at me right now. but this video just left me so baffled and confused. whaaaaaat? (still liked the humor, your channel is amazing
Hahaha! Another amazing video guys! ❤️ I’m learning Norwegian and every day I’m so surprised how much our languages are alike. We have the exact same thing in Dutch but we say “oei” (pronounced as ‘uy’ for you guys). I’d love to see more language videos! 😘
Another great video! Thank you so much! My maternal family is from Minnesota and I have heard that a lot and now I know what it means and how to use it! Finns would say no niin and Mexicans would say hijole. When I lived in Brazil, they say nossa! I think I just say, oh my. ❤️ you guys!
When the sign jumps off the wall, it's clearly not an UffDa! The expression most of my friends and I use for expressing similar emotion is "Really?" and depending upon the tone and emphasis used, you can stretch it from actually empathetic to full-on sarcasm....it works wonders.
Oh yes, this is very familiar from my childhood! My grandparents aren't Norwegian, but they lived in the upper midwest of the US, which is thick with Norwegian emigres, so it's part of the regional vocabulary. The only phrase I can think of that I'd use similarly is "Oh no!" possibly followed by "I'm sorry" if the situation was more severe.
my real question is, "how did you guys not eat all those cany indicator men"? i love the way you recycle cardboard garbage into high tech signs . Youguys are the best. You are by far my favourite youtubers
In America: Bafflement: “Say what?!” Surprise: “No way!” Dismay: “Oh no!” Astonishment: “Get out!” Relief: “Thank God!” Exhaustion: “I’m pooped” Of course it varies from state to state, and from urban to country, and these are just a few. 🤪😊
@@jamiemcconnellk9ps hooah army oohrah Marines......shut up Marines,you ride in our boats navy and Airforce doesn't say much unless the cable or air conditioning go out
@@YOURWAY2NORWAY missed it out fishing away from internet.......uff da is a family term too so hoohah was easy.lol....,my mother's family used last name "Maurseth" because they hid in town of Maurseth working in the Maurseth family's farms while hiding from government for poaching many years ago.We actually don't know the family lineage before that namewise except that we were poachers for long time.I don't condone poaching but it's a fascinating story and sad to loose the details.My family tracked us back to the town which is now a ski resort from what I understand. Can't wait to catch up on last couple months of videos
That was an exceptionally good video. I am Canadian with a Norwegian ancestry and my aunt and father used to say uff da all the time so it was passed down to me. I don’t say it as often anymore (maybe once or twice a year), but I have shortened it more to just Uff. Uff I say almost on a daily basis especially when I bump into something or when I hear of an injury or something shocking. Uff da could be used to replace OMG 😮. We have a couple items in our house that say Uff da! 😊 🇳🇴 🇨🇦
Sounds: "Ug" - "whoo" (kind of sang, breathed out.) - "MMhh" (a hard M sound - often repeated 3 times.) Sayings: "Good grief" - "Bummer" "Dang" - "Oh man" This is a fun video! I live in USA and I say Uffda all the time.
For my mom’s 90th, we had the bakery put “Uff da” on her birthday cake and she LOVED it! She was the daughter of Norwegian immigrants and very proud of that. 🇳🇴
We say uff da all the time in Minnesota. And the cashier at the grocery store will definitely try to talk to you. They might even tell you very personal things. Basically Minnesotans use strangers for therapy.
Applying what I learned in this video:
"I had to buy French wine instead of Italian."
Uffda.
"I left my book on the train."
Uffda.
"I hate tacos."
What? What kind of person are you?!
You learned a lot. Now a native Norwegian :) Ha ha.
Solis Crown 🐠🌮’s Yum 😋
French wine is far better you philistine
Taco shells are mostly corn, which punches micro-holes in your intestines. This allows intestinal fluid (i.e. feces) to leak into your abdominal cavity, causing inflammation and potentially internal tissue infections, while weakening the immune system overall and leading to a higher rate of illness in general. Only a dangerously uneducated person would consider eating corn.
Shoulda told him to eat some matpakke - it would cheered him right up. 😂
You and Mads have such a great dynamic. I learned so much, and laughed so hard - especially when the sign fell off the wall when Mads said the boss had taken credit for his work. 🙃
Me too! Lol I love these videos! Great personality. Omg I love it! Haha 😂
I think best moment of the vid. Tgey are both adorable even if Ronald is tge frontman :)))
Yes! The sign! That was freakin' MAGIC! Ahahahahaha!
yeah ^ ^* when the Sign Fell OFF the Wall! At THE Perfect time!? ... I think it may have MADE the whole thing! =D
Uff da has been in my vocabulary since I learned to talk! Soooo many Norwegians in North Dakota U.S.A.! 🖤🙂
Big Shout out to North Dakota - our sisters and brothers and family :)
Cassie Schroeder-Rhodes Same in Minnesota! (See my comment - I learned it when I learned to speak Spanish in Argentina. They use it, too!)
Same in Minnesota, though I think more people just say "oooof"
@@YOURWAY2NORWAY children in North Dakota test first in the nation for math skills yet they do not feel they are good at it 😉
Well, it's no South Dakota, but I guess it's fine. ;)
Do a video on what Norwegians are expected to do for work, like what’s the most respected or most wanted job that every Norwegian parent want their kids to be vs what most Norwegians actually do.
I think that is a good idea
sploofmonkey Both are great ideas. I’d really like to know what jobs are considered Uff da. I would like to know more about sports in Norway although I’m not sports minded. I think Mads and what’s-his-name (that’s a joke!) have made me interested in all aspects of life in Norway.
Here in the United States a Uff Da would be, “that sucks, Bro.” I wouldn’t make it in Norway. I’m waaaaayyyy too friendly to strangers. I’m from the South. We talk and wave at everyone.
Well I'm Norwegian and I don't agree that Norwegians don't like talking to people. Random conversation with a cashier is totally normal where I live.
I am from VA. I just got back from Oslo and Bergen and found most everyone very friendly. Everyone spoke engish and were very approachable. Maybe it's different in the suburbs and small towns where they aren't as used to tourists.
Me too. I am from and in Texas.
Uff da is part of my daily language! Thanks to Minnesota and Norwegian grandparents. Love your videos!
You can't find the matpakke sandwich bag in the merch selections? UFF DA!
Uff da, we have to fix it ;)
I've told so many people about that, I thought it was hilarious!
Nooo, I think that would definitely fall into the “not appropriate for ‘Uffda’ category”
My grandparents came from Norway and Uff da and other phrases were just natural for us to use growing up. It's fun to see others use it.
Hysterical! I heard all this variations in North and South Dakota and in Minnesota when I was traveling and operating on Americans of Norvegian descend there ! Believe or not Norwegians still using "Huff Da" and other variations word when they speak English! English is not my first language, I did not understand meanings and really thank you for explanation!
I adore your level of sarcasm, Ronald.
Please keep posting those simple but still full-of-life videos.
My girlfriend cheated on me...
'Uff da' with a smile on his face😂
Elixabeth Seven he is gay so it’s no big deal to him lol
So Norwegians are still Vikings. You were robbed - uff da. You have to give a lecture - catastrophe. Hahaha :)
You guys are so funny. Always have me cracking up. You have to get some merchandise with that on it! LOVE your videos. I'm in Pennsylvania, U.S. You've made me want to visit your country now.
Me too
In Australia we would say “Crikey” to express all the feelings on that sign 😊
I love your videos ! In Kentucky we say "I'm so sorry for you" or " bless your heart"
Heard about bless your heart. Thx for sharing! 👍👍
Rhonda Burkhead I forgot bless your heart. Yes!!
@@YOURWAY2NORWAY "Bless your heart" is also used in the South to mask an insult in the politest way possible LOL
For example:
"I'm really struggling to pay my bills but I managed to bake a cake for my son's birthday" [genuine BYH]
Little Timmy hands you a crayon drawing to hang on the fridge and it's the ugliest thing you've ever seen but you don't want to hurt his feelings [sarcastic BYH]
Here in Texas ,"Bless your heart" are fighting word.
Its like calling someone stupid.
@@psychonautproductions1096 Yep.
I grew up with Uff da in my vocabulary, my Mom's side of the family used it all the time. Most of my family lives in Minnesota.
We use UffDa because the Scandinavians brought it to the mid west. It is always the answer to a negative situation but it is said with different inflections to convey the feeling behind it. It can be said with disgust, Sympathy, derision, or anger. My grandmother mostly used it to express "what have you done now!" While looking at a mess we made. A lot of time it means "i'm done in tired". I always thought it meant the last straw lol. Mostly we use "Ahhh Sh*T !" the same ways.
"i think i am going on a sick leave" typical Norwegians :D. laughed so hard :D :D
Ronald, I'm part of a Facebook group dedicated to learning the Norwegian language, and we've had people ask about "uff da" recently. So I shared your video with the group. Hopefully some of the 800 members will subscribe to your channel! Keep up the good work!
Awesome! Thanks a lot. Cheers from Ronald and Mads 😻😻
On the west coast of America like California/ Nevada we say ... DUDE REALLY?!?! 😂😂 and it depends on how long you you hold the word ... dudeeeeee reallyyyyyy shows how bad it is 😂
Sounds like Uffda - it is all about how long you hold it 😂
@@YOURWAY2NORWAY More emphasis on the Dude word, usually with a downturn on last syllable the sort of a Dooo d, you kind of put sorrow into it. The "really" part is more lilted and questioning in hopes that they are just joking.
BUMMER, dude!
I'm sure not all people have the surfer's dialect! They are not that expressive, either.
@@marinazagrai1623 i live in ny state. 90 miles north of nyc. Do not surf. We have used dude, really? for at least 20 yrs. Of course not everyone uses same of course but yes it is very expressive.
"I think I'm going on sick leave" (to get out of public speaking next week). Hilarious!
@Sharon Riley Yes. Right up there along with death of spouse, job change, and relocation to new address (like another town) Uff da!
Actually in Australia the phrase "she'll be right mate" covers everything from being bitten by a deadly snake or loosing your house in a bush fire to getting the wrong coffee order. Strange but true.
Wow, awesome to learn 👌👌 Thanks for sharing!
@@YOURWAY2NORWAY hahahaha - this phrase is so emotionally dysfunctional! it's usually said by the person who the bad thing happened to. it goes like this: "I'm so sorry both your legs were chopped off!" then the acceptable reply by you is: "she'll be right mate!" and then for emphasis: "no worries!" 😃🤦♀️
Agreed, also “ get f$&ked!?!?” An expression of disbelief and dismay when told bad news. The expression of the face must be one of disgust and disbelief. “get f$&ked” can also mean f$&k off when used angrily 😂
Louisa Farmer precisely! - I love being Australian 😂
Thank you so much for the great videos. We love you guys. I'm English married to a norweigen man and now I understand him much better. You have truly enriched our marriage. How about a video on the norweigen mother in law?
We chat a lot in England especially at the shop checkout with complete strangers xxx
Best comment. 🖐 to husband 😻 England
In the 1960s, my South Dakota grandmother said she met some Norwegian ranchers and their families in the north of the state. I asked her what they were like. She said, "I don't really know. They didn't talk!" 😳😄
😂👌😂 Thanks for sharing!
In Indiana, USA we would probably say, "Awww bummer!"
(I am aware that in the UK, that phrase might be considered crude... but it is a very innocent phrase in the US Midwest region.)
Lol I couldn't keep a straight face when my American mom in law would talk about fannies(female parts) gang bangers (group sex) and spunky(covered in semen) though I admit to calling out loudly in shops that they had bargain rubbers (erasers to you, we use erasers but it's very formal)
Same in the US Midwest I said something "sucks" in front of my grandmother and she was very offended. I never considered until that moment that anyone would ever take it that way
When I went to life (9 years) in Argentina, I learned to speak the Spanish used in that country - more of an Italian sounding version. They use "Ufda" also. It's a term of surprise and sympathy also there. When I moved my family back to the U.S., more specifically, Minnesota, I was caught off-guard when I kept hearing: "Uff da!" used in the same way, in similar situation in Minnesotan Norwenglish (sounds better than "Swenglish"!) I don't know how it made its way into Argentina, but it's a Fact that it's to be found there, as well!
Wow, that's super interesting facts. Thanks a lot for sharing your story with us 👌😃
I just had surgery so I shouldn't be laughing this hard but I love your channel so much! Thank you!
Uff da.
Aww... hope you better soon x
Isla Durrant Thank you :)
Uff da has been passed down through my family for a couple generations. Moving to FL from MN and learning no one in Florida has ever heard of it was a culture shock. I still use it almost every day. I always explain the origin and use.
Very interesting to read Erich. Thanks for sharing your Uff Da story with us :)
My family migrated here from Norway. It’s so funny to see that we have many personality traits still of the Norwegians. Love your channel. ❤️
I was DYING at the part about the cashier 😂 - In Texas cashiers can literally get written up in some places for not starting a lively conversation with every customer LOL. Norwegians would probably die.
in the South, you better schedule extra time for checkout because EVERYONE will chat with the cashier.
"Bless your heart!" We say it a lot in the south.
Yep.
When the sign was so shocked by the boss stealing Mads' work it fell off the wall. 🤣
I know that made me laugh too. Empathy from a sign!
It played along well 👍👍👍
Laughed so damned hard at this! I love your channel
Boss stole your work is an uff da in the USA. Pretty much the norm.
Especially if you are a non-PhD scientist. The PhD you work under gets all the credit. It stinks.
Yep, daily routine.
@@merk9569 I edit theses for a side hustle and it's less common now, more supervisors are accepting an acknowledgement of thanks in the introduction. It is becoming increasingly unethical or frowned upon to the credit for the candidate's work it gives the school a bad name
SCANDINORDIC Dot Com When I wrote that comment I was thinking about a job situation rather than at university. When I was at university (last century) it was definitely the norm for your research to be published by the major professor with only a small acknowledgement to the actual scientist who had done the work.
When I began working, I was a research scientist in pharmaceutics and our research was almost always published under the PhD without so much as an acknowledgement. I am so glad to hear that it is changing. When I became a first line supervisor my research assistants were always my coauthors. It ticked a lot of people off because they wouldn’t give any credit to their staff. I’m a firm believer in what goes around, comes around!
When that cardboard sign fell off the wall. Like it was furious at Mad's predicament... x3
"You could _almost_ call the police..." - *Ronald (2019)*
I think the nearest equivalent in American English would be: "Dude." Also said as "DUDE!" "Dude?" "Dooood." "Dude..."
I think we just say, “that sucks.” 🇨🇦
Yeah, that about covers it here too!🇱🇷
"Sorry"
That's true. I forgot about that one.
Yeah, that's all-purpose mild empathy for all of N. America. 😒😕😐
Or... awww DUDE!
I live in South Carolina and I am the only person I know that says "oof!" Now I'll just say, "Uff-da," BTW, there is a city named Norway in South Carolina.
Wow really, a city called Norway!?? Awesome to learn. Thanks for sharing
@@YOURWAY2NORWAY en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Norway,_South_Carolina
FairyBerry Fizz Hey Neighbor! In NC we have a Bahama and a Bolivia. Not as cool as Norway!
@@merk9569 Hey Merk! I am near the NC mountains. Very pretty.
Up here in Northwestern Montana where I grew up there are many descendants of the Norsk. I myself have Norwegian heritage on my Moms side of the family. Keep up the great videos!
You know Ronald, I love the way you say “Hi guyyys” ! 😊💖🍫🌸 you’re a sweetheart 😊💖🤗🍫✨ Shine bright like ☀️ 💎dear Ronald and Matt. ✨💖✨👑💎☀️
Yay....I was going to ask in the comments of last video about this very subject.
My grandparents said uff dah all the time for all different things.Run in to it in friends from Midwest and used to be heard in the Ballard neighborhood of Seattle years ago.
Hi Ronald and Mads...Here in Brasil we have some expressions like this -“Nossa!!” And “ Putz” ... It’ s very normal to ask, or say “ How are you?” Or “ Are you fine” For is is not an invasion of privacy. We expect this!!! And the answer is always “ Fine”.. unless you want to explain...We should always say “ Good Morning “ for the neighbor!!! For us means being polite!!! And here, for us, it is not normal to put parents in Nursing Homes. They live with the family, we take care of them!!! Unhappy, things are changing a little today!!! Love you guys!! Very nice video!
Ola Maria, tudo bem. I did not know about Putz. Muito obrigad for sharing. Eu sei ;)
In Australia, the word "mate" can cover all of those reactions on your list plus a multitude of other things. It simply depends on your tone and inflection when you say it.
And in US they use Dude. We are learning so much interesting stuff from around the world. Thanks a lot for sharing!!
We sometimes shop a few counties away where the snobs live so we don’t have to hear the family history of everyone in the local store. Most of the locals are kind, non-judgmental people (and I’m a lesbo with piercings and green hair), but holy crap they love to talk! I just might be jumping ship to Norway soon... And no, I’m not trying to get an uff da 😂. Great video, as always! 😘💨
"We are out of the in between layers papers for the martpakke!" Aww. Ufda.
Hahaha - very uff da
Tusen Takk for a wonderful explanation of the term Uff Da!
Værsågod (you are welcome in Norwegian :)
Congratulations on 40,000 subscribers! OK, so, I woke up this morning and thought about asking you to do this! Honestly, this is so crazy. My family uses this all the time. Good job guys, I really enjoyed it. You never fail to entertain me. And congratulations on being brave and putting out your merch, that is not an easy thing to decide to do. I hope you have many, many sales!! Thanks for being you!
True, for a Norwegian to front a shop and talking about it in the video.. borderline uff da. Thanks 😃
In California we say, 'OMG, Really?' to express everyday sympathy ... or, "Holy Shit, are you kidding?!" or "Oh dear ....' The teenagers would substitute the *F* word in place of any of these sayings. For something really terrible, we might say, "Oh no! Are you serious? I'm so sorry," as a means to convey sympathy in a spirit of wishing to help in some way. As always, another superb video! xoxo
Lived in Minnesota for a few years, there was a lot of Uffda'ing around. I usually just shortened it to oof. :P (Lots of scandinavian migrants in Minnesota)
Total Michigan is a conversation about to happen. Everyone talks to EVERYONE, all the time. It is wonderful. No matter where you are, or doing, anyone within speaking distance will be asked to join a conversation. That is just the way it is.
You both are just wonderful! I have worked in Norway 30 years ago for 2 years, still I feel kind of close to that country.
But such a precise uffda-explaining and understanding, I never had. You made me laugh, you are graet ! 🙋♥️
I would love a video like this on the mannerism of sucking air in as an agreement or acknowledgement. I do that sometimes here (usa) and it shocks people. Lol. They think something really bad just happened.
Hahaha, great idea. Thanks!
Uff da in England oh dear & then make tea ☕️
Hahaha, love it!!
I love all the different ways we can use uff da and how it has evolved in different regions. Out here on the NW Oregon/SW Washington coast, I normally hear it used when someone is startled, or as a way to voice dismay. “Uff da! Don’t sneak up on me!” Miss the ferry? Joints crack as you stand up? “Uff da!”
Hehe, you guys seem to use the sweet nice version of Uff da. Cool to learn! Thanks for sharing Olivia Sorenson (Sørensen?). Cheers from Ronald & Mads :):)
Hufda. Very educational and informative..thanks a LOT.
In Los Angeles, California we say "Oh he** no!" for bafflement or astonishment. We also say "Oh, girl..." and we say it a different way depending on what we mean. It's just like how Norwegians use uff da. As an example, "Ohhhhhh GIRL" or "Oh, Girrrrrrrrl" depending on the situation. Please keep the culture and language lessons in your videos!! I've told so many people about the channel (even the cashier at the grocery store, but we talk to strangers all the time in California)!
Awesome to hear. Cheers from Ronald and Mads 😻😻
I love you guys! Your videos always make me laugh and I learn something new about Norway at the same time.
This is my new favorite channel
You are a favorite too! ❤️
In the US, there's the ALL PURPOSE F-Bomb! You just change the intonation...
He he. The ALL PURPOSE F-Bomb. Think its used world wide.
In Swedish, I’d say adja or usch da (sympathetic tone) or just oj da 🇸🇪
I had no idea that Norwegian Norwegians used it! I thought it was just an Norwegian American expression! Never heard my relatives say it! Loving this educational breakdown.
I don't live there anymore, but South Dakota native here. But yes, Uff Da is often uttered.
Hi Ronald and Mads.
Here, the expression "fuck" works for all of the emotions you listed there.
Have a nice day!
One of your best guys! Classic! Would love to watch you guys visit Southern USA where you WILL be invaded! Southern hospitality just might overwhelm you!
Uffa da, probably ;) Thanks!!
Learned so much from this one! Sorry to say you would hate shopping in America. All of the service people, cashiers, baggers, shelf stockers will talk to you. Some way more than you want too. Some stores even have Greeters whose sole job is to say Hi an welcome you to the store. Yes, it's our form of Hell.
Hahaha. Totally hell on earth. And way off the uff da scale. Thanks for the laughs and for sharing! Cheers
The unofficial anthem of Minnesota is Roy Holdren's "Uff Da Minnesota."
Is it?
It is!
Oh THANK YOU!!!! Now I have understanding of Uffda! How have I lived without you guys? Love from the U.S. xo
Video idea: "Dreadful places in Norway you won't believe exist"
My mother"s abusive parents' house was a pretty horrible place.
Guys that was ABSOLUTELY BRILLIANT! You just get better and better! Uff da totally has to be on one of your t-shirts! Anyway thanks. 😂👍👏
It will - THANKS a lot Louisa. Hugs from Mads and Ronald
It is. Look at the bottom of the shop teespring.com/shop/huffda-different-colors
California here. Love your videos!!
My stomach crack…! LOL ! You guys were total chicken&chips... I love it !
Ronald is hilarious could make comedy shows or movies.😂
Ok, so from what I gather, “Uff Da” is like saying “Lame” or “Bummer” in California. Surfer and Valley Girl accent sometimes added for emphasis depending on who you’re talking to, though most just say it normal. Some also add “dude” or “bro.”
“They didn’t hire me.”
“Laaame! Shame on them. You were perfect for the job.”
“I can’t go out today. I’m sick.”
“Bummer. Maybe next time.”
“I’m standing in line at the DMV.”
“Uff da! Hope you’re in the right line.”
As always, wonderful and interesting video. You two are top-notch when it comes to engaging with your viewers. Very thoughtful and sincere. Have a great day! 😃😃
Awesome insights!! Thanks for engaging and sharing TracyInTheMoment. Hugs from Ronald & Mads :):)
Another great video! I've learned so much about Norway from both of you and you make it fun and easy. I repeat everything to my husband and try to incorporate the words into my everyday use. Being from North Carolina, USA, along with my southern drawl, I get some funny looks when I use what you've taught. Keep the videos coming; now we just need to find someone from California who can get you guys nominated for an Oscar. Maybe best short documentary? 😀
Thanks a lot for thos great words, Roni. Happy that you forward Yourway2Norway's important life task to your husband, friends and family ♥
In Minnesota, USA, we say Uffda. And since you have said you have the best subscribers and we are 3rd and 5th generation Norwegian-Americans, we have subscribed.
You are the best!!! Thanks a lot. Hugs from Ronald & Mads :):)
Hilarious! You two are great!👍😀
♥♥♥♥♥♥ For some reasons i am just able to give you black harts - best Mads :) (Ronald is sleeping :))
@@YOURWAY2NORWAY ..but they did turn red! Thanks! ♥️♥️♥️♥️♥️♥️
You can change the meaning some what by just changing emphasis on the word also.This is acually a word i used to hear from my boss in Minnesota years ago.
In Nova Scotia we say "you poor soul".
Cool to learn. Thx a lot ❤️
Well hey cousin! I have family from Nova Scotia. I have some Nickerson cousins for sure.
I’m in Oklahoma, US now. They like to say “Well bless your heart”
so bold of you to assume i now know more about uff da.... my Norwegian boyfriend is laughing so hard at me right now. but this video just left me so baffled and confused. whaaaaaat? (still liked the humor, your channel is amazing
Haha, thanks :):)
"...think I'm going on a sick leave..."😆😃😂 omg, this is exactly what I would do too!😷🤒
I learned a new word today, thanks! You two are so funny!😆
Love to give you a lecture!! 😂
Uff da Huff da... Again, yourway2norway is a winner. Hysterical ⚠️
Thanks Katie Did 🍻😻
Hahaha! Another amazing video guys! ❤️ I’m learning Norwegian and every day I’m so surprised how much our languages are alike. We have the exact same thing in Dutch but we say “oei” (pronounced as ‘uy’ for you guys). I’d love to see more language videos! 😘
Another great video! Thank you so much! My maternal family is from Minnesota and I have heard that a lot and now I know what it means and how to use it! Finns would say no niin and Mexicans would say hijole. When I lived in Brazil, they say nossa! I think I just say, oh my. ❤️ you guys!
Awesome to learn no niin 👌 Thanks for sharing and being cool 😻
Can you please make a video on how tipping isn’t a thing in Scandinavia?
.... that would have to include how service is not much of a thing either.
When the sign jumps off the wall, it's clearly not an UffDa! The expression most of my friends and I use for expressing similar emotion is "Really?" and depending upon the tone and emphasis used, you can stretch it from actually empathetic to full-on sarcasm....it works wonders.
You are hilarious. Thanks for another great video! xxx
Oh yes, this is very familiar from my childhood! My grandparents aren't Norwegian, but they lived in the upper midwest of the US, which is thick with Norwegian emigres, so it's part of the regional vocabulary. The only phrase I can think of that I'd use similarly is "Oh no!" possibly followed by "I'm sorry" if the situation was more severe.
Hysterical, calling the police on your credit stealing boss.
"Bummer, dude!" That covers all but the most serious things.
Bummer, dude is an awesome Uff Da. Thanks for sharing and congrats with a new prez :)
@@YOURWAY2NORWAY When Nixon beat Mondale we knew the next day. This is excruciating!
For the rest of us it's akward and embarrassing.. Cry baby behaviour. In deadly times. Oh dear
"Ach!" in German. Covers everything, depending on how you say it.
Love your videos! Love your sarcasm!!
This is hilarious. Hello from Florida.
my real question is, "how did you guys not eat all those cany indicator men"? i love the way you recycle cardboard garbage into high tech signs . Youguys are the best. You are by far my favourite youtubers
Thx a lot for the warm comment. Yep, it's exclusive high end production quality 😂♥️
When you said just now “we have to say good bye” I wanted to say Uff da!?!
Lol! Right?!
In America:
Bafflement: “Say what?!”
Surprise: “No way!”
Dismay: “Oh no!”
Astonishment: “Get out!”
Relief: “Thank God!”
Exhaustion: “I’m pooped”
Of course it varies from state to state, and from urban to country, and these are just a few. 🤪😊
In the United States Army we use the word "Hooah" for everything from yes,no,I understand, etc
Hoaah! Aha. Best Mads.
Hooah, hooyah, oohrah,... What's the other one? I'd list the branches, but I always seem to mix them up.
@@jamiemcconnellk9ps hooah army oohrah Marines......shut up Marines,you ride in our boats navy and Airforce doesn't say much unless the cable or air conditioning go out
@@YOURWAY2NORWAY missed it out fishing away from internet.......uff da is a family term too so hoohah was easy.lol....,my mother's family used last name "Maurseth" because they hid in town of Maurseth working in the Maurseth family's farms while hiding from government for poaching many years ago.We actually don't know the family lineage before that namewise except that we were poachers for long time.I don't condone poaching but it's a fascinating story and sad to loose the details.My family tracked us back to the town which is now a ski resort from what I understand.
Can't wait to catch up on last couple months of videos
That was an exceptionally good video. I am Canadian with a Norwegian ancestry and my aunt and father used to say uff da all the time so it was passed down to me. I don’t say it as often anymore (maybe once or twice a year), but I have shortened it more to just Uff. Uff I say almost on a daily basis especially when I bump into something or when I hear of an injury or something shocking. Uff da could be used to replace OMG 😮. We have a couple items in our house that say Uff da! 😊 🇳🇴 🇨🇦
Cool to learn! One of our own favorites too :) Thanks for sharing and engaging with us. We appreciate it! Cheers from Ronald and Mads
Mads, you need to quit telling people I'm cheating on you.
🤣🤣🤣
Sounds: "Ug" - "whoo" (kind of sang, breathed out.) - "MMhh" (a hard M sound - often repeated 3 times.)
Sayings: "Good grief" - "Bummer" "Dang" - "Oh man"
This is a fun video! I live in USA and I say Uffda all the time.
We have some sounds too. They resemble yours. Awesome. Thanks for sharing 👌😃