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While English speakers casually "put" things anywhere, Norwegians must choose between three specific verbs—å legge, å sette, and å putte—depending on an object's final position. This episode breaks down this unique linguistic feature with clear examples and memorable rules that will transform your understanding of Norwegian.

You'll discover the clever "creature with a head" technique that helps determine whether an object is "standing" or "lying"—even when it's not obvious. Find out why a plate is considered "standing" even when it appears flat on a table, and why objects can never "sit", only stand or be lying down.

This quirky feature of Norwegian offers more than just grammar knowledge—it provides a window into how language shapes perception.

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