Aktes

Aktes is a linguistic noun form found in several West Germanic languages, used as the plural of base terms that relate to acts, deeds, or documentary records. Its exact meaning and usage vary by language and context, especially in legal, civil, or archival settings.

In Dutch, akte refers to a formal document such as a notarial deed, a birth or marriage certificate, or a mortgage contract. The plural form akten is used when discussing multiple such documents, for example in registries or official records.

In German, Akte is a feminine noun meaning a file, dossier, or case file. It denotes a collection of documents concerning a particular matter or person, and the plural Akten is common in both everyday and formal contexts.

In Afrikaans, akte also denotes a deed or legal document, used in civil and property contexts. The plural form typically aligns with the language’s general plural patterns, varying with number and style.

Etymology across these languages traces back to act or acte, originating from Latin actus and passing through French acte, reflecting the core idea of an action recorded in a document.

See also: acta, act, acte.