What does uff da Meg mean?

Uff da may be used in Norwegian as a response when hearing something lamentable (but not too serious), and can be translated as "Oh, I'm sorry to hear that".
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Why do Minnesotans say uff da?

Uffda means everything and nothing in Minnesota and other parts of the Upper Midwest where it's a stereotypical expression. The phrase is used to express surprise, annoyance, relief, exhaustion, disappointment, astonishment, exasperation and dismay. People use the word when things are good and when things are bad.
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Do Norwegians still say uff da?

First, it has to be said that uff da is not a very common expression in Norwegian. Everyone in Norway knows what it means, but most people will use it only sporadically, if at all – and certainly not every day.
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Is uff da Swedish or Norwegian?

Uff Da is — eating hot soup when you've got a runny nose! Even though Uff da has many meanings, it all comes back to one thing, it's purely Norwegian!
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What does FY DA mean in Norwegian?

Feeda = Fyda! or Fy da! Used to express disgust, loathing, contempt or annoyance.”Fy” is an old word and it's origins are actually derived from the sound of spitting.
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How do you offend in Norwegians?

If you're in a pinch, an easy way to offend a Norwegian person is to compare Norway to any other Scandinavian country in an unflattering light (especially Sweden). Or perhaps even worse, snub your nose at Norway's niche sports. You'll probably want to know a few Norwegian insults that are more personal, however.
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Is uffda a swear word?

Uffda is a well-known Norwegian explicit word, but is often applied wrongly, depending on the situation. Short of swearing, there are many interesting phrases uttered by frustrated Norwegians. Uffda is a well-known Norwegian explicit word, but is often applied wrongly, depending on the situation.
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What does Udfa mean in Minnesota?

Any UDFA signings won't become official until Sunday, when teams will release their full lists of players that have signed with their teams in the undrafted free agency process.
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What lutefisk means?

Definition of lutefisk

: dried codfish that has been soaked in a water and lye solution before cooking.
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Is Oofta a real word?

Oofta definition

(US, chiefly upper midwest) A mild expression of error, dismay, or concern (often in a comical sense).
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What do Minnesotans say?

unique things minnesotans say
  • Ope. Ope is an exclamation that's similar to “oops.”
  • Top the Tator. Top the Tator is a delicious dip made from sour cream, chives, and a mixture of seasonings.
  • The Cities. The Cities refers to Minneapolis and St. ...
  • Duck, Duck, Gray Duck. ...
  • “Oh for ___!”
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What lutefisk smells like?

Most people describe it as a very pungent, fishy smell that can't be easily forgotten. Simply put, lutefisk smells strongly of fish, with notes of sourness and ammonia. The smell does tend to recede after the lutefisk has been cooked, though some don't make it that far.
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Why is lutefisk soaked in lye?

Lutefisk starts as cod, traditionally caught in the cold waters off Norway. It's then dried to the point that it attains the feel of leather and the firmness of corrugated cardboard. Water alone can't reconstitute the fish, so it's soaked in lye.
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What is lutefisk and lefse?

Lefse, with its intricate process and special tools, is the taste of a culture of builders—of great ships and snug homes and large stone hearths. Lutefisk, soaked in lye and smelling of feet (if fish had feet), invokes a vision of very large, very tough men. Lefse started out as an unremarkable flour pastry.
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Do undrafted free agents make money?

In all, there were 56 undrafted free agents this year who received signing bonus payments of at least $10,000, and 15 of them earned $15,000 or more in upfront money. The figures are gleaned from an NFL Players Association survey of undrafted free agents.
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How much do Udfa make in training camp?

During the offseason teams can carry up to 90 players. All players at minicamp receive team-provided food, lodging and a per diem. During preseason training camp according to the NFL collective bargaining agreement, first year players receive $1,700 per week and veterans receive $2,900 per week in per diem.
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What does it mean to be drafted as a free agent?

In professional sports, a free agent is a player who is eligible to sign with other clubs or franchises; i.e., not under contract to any specific team. The term is also used in reference to a player who is under contract at present but who is allowed to solicit offers from other teams.
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What does UFDA mean in texting?

(sometimes also spelled oof-da, oofda, oofala, oof-dah, oofdah, huffda, uff-da, uffda, uff-dah, ufda, ufdah, or uf daa) is an exclamation or interjection used to express dismay, typically upon hearing bad news.
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What does Oofta mean in texting?

Interjection. oofta. (US, chiefly upper midwest) A mild expression of error, dismay, or concern (often in a comical sense).
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What does ope mean slang?

Ope is a tiny exclamation of surprise, a word you would use if, say, you accidentally bumped into somebody. As in: “Ope, sorry!” People on Twitte swear it's a Midwestern thing.
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How do you make a Norwegian mad?

How To Piss Off a Norwegian
  1. Suggest Sweden is better. ...
  2. Make eye contact. ...
  3. Show up late for anything. ...
  4. Build something in our backyard. ...
  5. Sit down beside a complete stranger on public transport when there are other seats available. ...
  6. Speak negatively about the King. ...
  7. Laugh at our favorite sports. ...
  8. Draw attention to our dialects.
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Why is Norway so quiet?

Some claim it is because of the harsh climate and the geography of Scandinavia. Add in the relatively small population (compared with the area of the Nordic countries) and you get the recipe for silence. People are used to silence, because of their nature and climate. Population density is among the lowest in Europe.
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Is Norway friendly to foreigners?

Either way, you might wonder are Norwegians friendly towards foreigners? The short answer is yes. On average most Norwegians are very friendly towards tourists and foreigners that decide to settle in Norway.
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How is lutefisk not poisonous?

Lutefisk, Norway

By this point it has a caustic pH value of 11 or 12 and is therefore inedible and highly toxic. Adventurous foodies needn't despair though – a few more days of treatment and water soaking renders the fish safe for human consumption – assuming it's undertaken correctly that is.
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What country eats the most lutefisk?

Far more lutefisk is consumed in the United States than in Scandinavia, much of it by Scandinavian Americans in Lutheran churches and fraternal lodges. Madison, Minnesota has dubbed itself the "lutefisk capital of the world" as well as claiming the largest per capita consumption of lutefisk in Minnesota. St.
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