Beltet

Beltet is a Norwegian noun form meaning “the belt.” It is the definite form of belte, the garment worn around the waist. In ordinary Norwegian, beltet is used when referring to a specific belt that has already been mentioned or is assumed to be known. The form also appears in written language and in compound nouns where the definite noun functions as the head element.

In scientific and educational contexts, beltet is used in translations of English terms for belts, particularly in astronomy and geography. For example, asteroidebeltet corresponds to “the asteroid belt,” and Kuiperbeltet corresponds to “the Kuiper Belt.” In these uses, beltet is part of a compound noun that denotes a particular belt rather than a standalone concept.

Etymology and related terms: Belte derives from a Germanic root for belt or girdle, with cognates across Scandinavian languages. The definite form beltet follows Norwegian orthographic patterns for neuter nouns. Related terms in other languages include Swedish bälte and Danish bæltet, which serve similar grammatical roles but with language-specific spellings and endings.

See also: belt, asteroid belt, Kuiper Belt, waist.