Danish Word: måtte
English Meaning: 1. to be allowed to, may 2. must 3. ought to 4. should

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Example Sentences:

Det er meget koldt udenfor, du må hellere tage din uldne hue og dit halstørklæde med dig.
Outside it's very cold, better take your woolly hat and scarf with you.
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Må jeg præsentere mig selv?
May I introduce myself?
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Må jeg bede om regningen?
Can I have the bill please?
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Må jeg bede om regningen!
The bill, please! (The check please!)
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Det må du ikke.
You are not allowed to do that.
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Må jeg bede om et stykke brød?
Can I have a piece of bread?
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Må jeg tale med din overordnede?
Can I speak to your supervisor?
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