Etterfølge
Etterfølge is a Norwegian term that functions as both a verb and a noun with related meanings: to follow after in order, and the person or thing that follows or succeeds. Etymologically it combines etter (after) and følge (to follow). The verb å etterfølge means to take over a role or position after someone else, to replace or succeed them. It is used in contexts such as politics, business, sports, and administration.
The noun en etterfølger denotes a successor—the person who follows another in a position or office. It
In practice, etterfølge is closely tied to the concept of succession and succession planning. For example, a
The word is mainly used in Bokmål Norwegian. In some dialects or in Nynorsk, related forms may