Fuktige

Fuktige is the plural or plural-indefinite form of the Norwegian adjective fuktig, meaning humid, damp, or moist. It is used before plural nouns in the indefinite form, for example fuktige rom (humid rooms) or fuktige klær (moist clothes). The word describes a noticeable presence of moisture in air, surfaces, or materials, and can imply conditions that may lead to condensation, mildew, or discomfort.

Etymology and related forms: Fuktige derives from fuktig, which in turn comes from Old Norse fuktigr and the Proto-Germanic root *fuktaz, meaning moisture. The related noun fukt means moisture, while fuktighet denotes humidity. The suffix -ig turns the noun into an adjective, and the ending -e marks the plural indefinite form in standard Norwegian.

Usage and nuance: In Norwegian, fuktig and its inflected forms are used to describe environments such as damp air in basements, damp walls, or wet objects after exposure to moisture. The term often appears in everyday speech as well as in descriptions of weather, buildings, and textiles. Its use can carry mild to moderate implications of discomfort or potential moisture-related problems, though it is primarily a descriptive property.

See also: fukt, fuktighet, tørr. Related concepts include humidity and condensation, which are described by the noun fuktighet or adjectives like fuktig in various contexts.

Examples: fuktige rom i kjelleren, fuktige klær etter regnet, fuktige vinduer.