komme

Komme is the infinitive form of the verb “to come” in several Scandinavian languages, most notably Danish and Norwegian. In these languages the verb is used in a wide range of constructions, including future and imperative forms, and appears in common phrases such as jeg vil komme (I will come) or jeg kommer (I come / I am coming). The infinitive is typically written as “å komme” in Danish and Norwegian, with the base form “komme” functioning as the stem for conjugation in different tenses.

Etymology and cognates: Komme derives from the Proto-Germanic verb root that also produced the English word come, the Dutch komen, and the German kommen. The lineage traces through the Germanic languages, with the Scandinavian form maintaining a closely related stem and meaning. This etymological connection reflects the shared heritage of the Germanic language family.

Usage and variations: While the primary meaning in Danish and Norwegian is “to come,” the form appears in numerous, idiomatic expressions related to arrival, approach, or onset. The exact spelling and pronunciation align with each language’s orthographic and phonological system. In addition to its verb use, “Komme” may appear in proper names or historical forms, though such uses are secondary to the verb’s standard function.

Other notes: Komme is principally a verb and is not a separate lexical item beyond its role as the infinitive in Danish and Norwegian. Its close cognates across Germanic languages help linguists study verb evolution within the family.