Berättelsen

Berättelsen is the definite form of the Swedish and Norwegian noun berättelse, meaning “the story” or “the tale.” The term is used to refer to narratives in everyday language as well as in literary and academic contexts. A berättelse can describe a sequence of events, a plot, or an account of experiences, and it often involves elements such as characters, setting, conflict, and resolution. In narrative discussion, the word can denote the content of a story, not merely how it is told.

Linguistically, berättelse derives from the verb berätta, “to tell,” with a noun-forming suffix. The definite form berättelsen is used when referencing a specific, particular story.

In culture and media, Berättelsen has entered as a title for various works in Swedish and Norwegian contexts. Because it is a common noun as well as a possible proper title, the exact reference depends on the author, year, and medium. If you mean a particular work named Berättelsen, providing additional details such as the creator or release date will yield a precise description.

See also: Narration, Narrative theory, Berättare (narrator).