trøjer

Trøjer are upper-body garments worn for warmth and comfort. In Danish and Norwegian, trøje denotes a knitted or woven garment with long sleeves, and the term covers a range of styles, including sweaters and pullovers, cardigans, hoodies, and, in sports contexts, jerseys worn as team tops.

Materials and construction vary by purpose and climate. Common fibers include wool, cotton, and synthetic blends such as acrylic. Trøjer are usually knit, with necklines such as crew, V-neck, and turtleneck. Cardigans have front openings with buttons or zippers; pullovers have no front opening; hooded trøjer include a hood and often a pocket.

Use and cultural notes: Trøjer serve as outerwear or layering pieces in many Nordic settings, where woolen varieties are valued for warmth. In sports, trøje refers to a team jersey typically featuring colors and numbers. Care and maintenance depend on material: wool may require gentle washing and flat drying; cotton and synthetics are more machine-friendly, with care labels guiding temperatures.

Origins and terminology: The Danish and Norwegian term is part of a family of cognate words in related languages (for example Swedish tröja and Dutch trui). The garment has a long history in Europe, with knitting traditions enabling a range of patterns, such as plain stockinette, ribbing, and decorative cable knits.