Norwegian has two official written standards, and many learners only ever practise one of them. This norskkurs i nynorsk is built for anyone who specifically needs nynorsk.
Why nynorsk matters even if you already know bokmål
Bokmål is the more commonly taught form for foreign learners, but nynorsk is the main written standard in many schools and municipalities, especially in parts of western Norway, and appears regularly in official documents, exams and media nationally.
If your work, studies or exams require nynorsk specifically, general Norwegian courses focused only on bokmål will not cover what you actually need.
What the nynorsk course covers
The course walks through the grammar patterns and spelling rules that differ from bokmål, alongside vocabulary and sentence structures typical of nynorsk texts, so you learn the differences directly rather than guessing from bokmål knowledge.
Reading practice uses real nynorsk texts, and writing exercises build the habit of producing correct nynorsk rather than translating bokmål sentence by sentence.
Who this course is for
This course suits students who need nynorsk for school exams, teachers who must teach or grade in nynorsk, and professionals working with municipalities or organisations where nynorsk is the standard written form.
It also suits Norwegian learners who simply want a more complete understanding of the language, beyond the single standard most courses default to.
How to get started
NoTe (Norwegian Teaching AS) is approved by UDI and HK-dir, and offers this nynorsk course as a focused addition to our broader Norwegian course offering.
If you are unsure how strong your general Norwegian is before starting, take the free Norwegian level test first.
Frequently asked questions about the nynorsk course
What is the difference between bokmål and nynorsk?
They are two official written standards of Norwegian. Bokmål is more common nationally, while nynorsk is widely used in parts of western Norway and in schools that teach it as the main written form.
Who typically needs a nynorsk course?
Students, teachers and professionals who work in regions or schools using nynorsk, and anyone who needs to write it correctly for exams or work.
Do I need to already know bokmål to learn nynorsk?
It helps to have a basic Norwegian foundation, but the course is structured so you can focus specifically on nynorsk grammar and spelling patterns.
