eclipse in Norwegian

eclipse in Norwegian is formørkelse, formørke — eclipse means an event where one astronomical body passes in front of another, blocking it from view, such as the Moon passing in front of the Sun.

eclipse in Norwegian

formørkelse

noun

Especially, an alignment whereby a planetary object (for example, the Moon) comes between the Sun and another planetary object (for example, the Earth), resulting in a shadow being cast by the middle planetary object onto the other planetary object.

formørke

verb

(transitive) Of astronomical or atmospheric bodies, to cause an eclipse.

What does "eclipse" mean?

noun An event where one astronomical body passes in front of another, blocking it from view, such as the Moon passing in front of the Sun.
"Millions gathered to watch the total solar eclipse in 2017."
verb To overshadow something, making it seem less important or noticeable by comparison.
"Her earlier achievements were eclipsed by the scandal that followed."

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C2 · Advanced serendipity Fortunate discoveries made entirely by accident.

Gen Z slang rizz Charm — the ability to attract a romantic interest.

B2 · Intermediate empathy The capacity to share another person’s feelings.

C1 · Advanced nonchalant Casually calm and relaxed; unconcerned.

Internet slang delulu Delusional — believing something against the odds.

Etymology nostalgia Greek nostos “return home” + algos “pain”.

eclipse in a sentence

Millions gathered to watch the total solar eclipse in 2017.
A lunar eclipse happens when the Earth's shadow falls across the Moon.
Her earlier achievements were eclipsed by the scandal that followed.

Similar words in Norwegian

overshadow

Common Norwegian translations

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Frequently asked questions

What is "eclipse" in Norwegian?

"eclipse" in Norwegian is formørkelse, formørke. eclipse means: An event where one astronomical body passes in front of another, blocking it from view, such as the Moon passing in front of the Sun.

How do you use "eclipse" in a sentence?

Example: "Millions gathered to watch the total solar eclipse in 2017." In Norwegian, "eclipse" is formørkelse, formørke.

Are there other ways to say "eclipse" in Norwegian?

Yes — Norwegian has 2 translations listed for "eclipse": formørkelse, formørke.

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