Klæbe

klæbe is a verb used in Danish and Norwegian to describe the action of attaching or sticking one thing to another, typically with an adhesive. It can also be used in a figurative sense to mean clinging to an idea, habit, or expectation. In everyday language, klæbe covers both practical tasks—such as gluing parts in crafts or repairs—and the notion of adhesion in a broader sense.

Etymology and cognates exist within the Germanic language family, reflecting a common concept of sticking or bonding. The term is shared across Scandinavian languages, where it carries a similar core meaning, with variations in usage and nuance between dialects and contexts.

Usage notes: In both Danish and Norwegian, klæbe is versatile and appears in contexts ranging from construction and crafts to description of stubborn adherence. It can describe both the physical act of bonding surfaces and the more abstract idea of sticking to a belief or habit. The verb is typically used with objects or phrases that convey attachment, adhesion, or persistence.

Grammatical notes: Klæbe is treated as a regular verb in Danish and Norwegian, with standard tense formation in each language. It is common in technical, educational, and everyday contexts where bonding or adhesion is involved.

See also: glue, adhesive, bonding, adhesion, klæbemiddel.