Whether you’re planning to visit Denmark for leisure or business, or simply connecting with Danish friends, it’s important to know some basic phrases to arrange meetings and plans. Here are essential Danish phrases and vocabulary to help you schedule activities and appointments with ease.

Hvornår skal vi mødes?
This means “When shall we meet?” It is a useful starter phrase for suggesting that you want to arrange a meeting or get-together.
Hvornår skal vi mødes for at se filmen?

Kan du kl. [tid]?
“Can you [time]?” when arranging a specific time to meet. Replace “[tid]” with the appropriate time.
Kan du kl. 15:00?

Hvor skal vi mødes?
This literally translates to “Where shall we meet?” It’s perfect for setting a location for your meeting.
Hvor skal vi mødes til kaffen i morgen?

Skal vi mødes på [sted]?
Meaning “Shall we meet at [place]?”. Replace “[sted]” with the name of the place where you want to meet.
Skal vi mødes på caféen ved søen?

Er [dag] god for dig?
Asking “Is [day] good for you?” to check someone’s availability on a specific day.
Er lørdag god for dig?

Kunne vi lave planer for [dag/tid]?
Translated as “Could we make plans for [day/time]?” This phrase is key when suggesting to fix a date or time in the near future.
Kunne vi lave planer for næste uge?

Jeg ser frem til at mødes!
This means “I look forward to meeting!” It shows enthusiasm for the arranged plan.
Jeg ser frem til at mødes og diskutere projektet!

Det lyder som en plan!
It translates to “That sounds like a plan!” It is a positive response when agreeing on a plan.
Det lyder som en plan, lad os gøre det på fredag!

Skal vi slå det fast?
Means “Shall we confirm it?” It’s useful to ask when you want to make sure the plan is definite.
Skal vi slå det fast for næste torsdag?

Vi ses [tid/dag]!
“See you [time/day]!” This phrase is commonly used when finishing a conversation where a plan has been made.
Vi ses lørdag!

Beklager, jeg kan ikke den dag.
It means “Sorry, I can’t make it that day.” – essential for declining an invitation politely.
Beklager, jeg kan ikke den dag. Hvad med onsdag i stedet?

Using these phrases can help you navigate social planning in Danish with greater confidence. Keep it friendly and flexible, and don’t be afraid to practice. The Danes will surely appreciate your efforts to communicate in their language. Happy planning!

Remember to always surround your Danish learning with as many practical opportunities as possible – whether it’s meeting with Danish friends or attending language exchange meetups – and you’ll find yourself arranging plans in Danish in no time.