The dimensions and weights in Norway are very similar to other European countries. The abbreviations are very specific. But see for yourself.
Dimensions and weights
In Norway, the international standard measurements for length, area, volume, weight and temperatures are used. This means that the units used are meter (m), liter (L), gram (g) and degree Celsius (°C).
Some specific units used in Norway are:
For area: hectare (ha)
For weight: ton (t)
In terms of currency, the Norwegian krone (NOK) is the official currency in Norway. Banknotes and coins are in circulation and there are also many ATMs and banks that are easily accessible.
It is important to note that some units and terms used in Norway may differ from those used in other parts of Europe or the world. It is always advisable to make sure that you use the correct units and terms to avoid misunderstandings.
| 1 millimeter | en millimeter | ¼ liter | en kvart liter |
| 1 centimeter | en centimeter | 1 gram | ett gram |
| 1 dezimeter | en desimeter | 100 gram | en hekto |
| 1 meter | en meter | 1 pound | ett pund |
| 1 kilometer | en kilometer | 1 Kilogram | en kilo |
| 1 inch | en tomme | 1 tone | ett tonn |
| 1 feet | en fot | 1 piece | ett stykke |
| 1 Mile | en mil | 1 part | en del |
| 1 nautic mile | en sjømil | 1 pair | ett par |
| 1 squaremeter | en kvadratmeter | 1 dozen | ett dusin |
| 1 squarekilometer | en kvadratkilometer | 1 portion | en porsjon |
| 1 cubikmeter | en kubikkmeter | 1 packing | en pakke |
| 1 liter | en liter | 1 bag | en sekk |
| ½ liter | en halvliter |
Norwegian abbreviations
In Norway, as in other countries, abbreviations are used to shorten words or phrases and save time and space. Some of the most common abbreviations in Norway are:
It is important to note that abbreviations are not always obvious and it is important to know what they mean to avoid misunderstandings. It is also possible that some abbreviations are regional or industry specific and are not used in all areas.
| A/S | aksjeselskap | Stock corporation |
| ang. | angående | regarding, concerning |
| ank. | ankomst | arrival |
| avg. | avgang | departure |
| bl.a. | blant annet | among other things |
| ca. | cirka | approx. |
| dvs. | det vil si | that is |
| eftf. | efterfølger | Successor |
| el. | eller | or |
| f.eks. | for eksempel | for example |
| fhv. | forhenværende | former |
| gt. | gate | street |
| inkl. | inklusive | including |
| kl. | klokka | clock |
| kr | kroner | Crowns (currency) |
| m.o.h. | meter over havet | meter above sea level |
| med. | medisinsk | medical |
| mnd. | måned | month |
| NAF | Norges automobilforbund | Norw. Automobile Accociation |
| NSB | Norges Statsbaner | Norw. state railroad company |
| obs! | observer! | Notice! |
| omtr. | omtrent | approx. |
| osv. | og så videre | and so on |
| p.g.a. | på grunn av | due to |
| t.h. | til høyre | right side |
| t.o.m. | til og med | up to and including |
| t.v. | til venstre | left side |
| tfl. | telefon | telephon |
| vedr. | vedrørende | regarding, concerning |
