Ekstraslag

Ekstraslag is a compound term found in Scandinavian languages, formed from ekstra meaning “extra” and slag meaning “strike,” “hit,” or “blow.” In English, it can be rendered as “extra strike” or “bonus hit.” The term is not a fixed technical word with a universal definition, and its precise meaning varies according to the context and the rules of a particular activity.

In usage, ekstraslag can denote an additional action granted beyond the standard sequence—such as an extra attempt, shot, or hit in a game, or an extra action within a scoring or rule-based context. The exact form and conditions of an ekstraslag depend on the domain; some games or competitions may provide an ekstraslag after a tie, a fault, or as part of a specific rule, while others may not use the term at all.

Linguistically, ekstraslag is more commonly encountered in Norwegian, Danish, and Swedish discussions of vocabulary and concepts related to games, sports, or rhythm-based activities. It is relatively rare in formal rulebooks or widely adopted international terminology, and when it does appear, it is typically described descriptively rather than as a standardized technical term.