From Waffles to Fish Cakes—Norwegian Food Words Kids Love

Norwegian food is both comforting and full of flavor—and learning the names of popular dishes is a great way for kids to explore the culture. Plus, food words are super fun to say!

Tasty Words to Try

• vafler – waffles
• fiskekaker – fish cakes
• brød – bread
• ost – cheese
• kjøttboller – meatballs
• syltetøy – jam

These simple words can make mealtime more playful and help children connect language to daily life.

Fun Food Activities

Norwegian Snack Time

Set up a pretend café or snack table with toy foods or real treats. Let kids label each item in Norwegian and practice saying the words as they “order” their favorites.

Draw Your Plate

Kids can draw a plate of their favorite Norwegian foods and label them using the words above. Bonus points for creativity!

With Dinolingo, kids ages 2–14 can discover languages through everyday topics like food, using games, songs, and videos. Whether you’re naming waffles or tasting jam, Dinolingo makes Norwegian learning natural and enjoyable.

Source:

• Life in Norway – Traditional Norwegian Food