Gjesten

Gjesten is the definite singular form of the Norwegian noun gjest, meaning a person who visits or is invited to an event. It is used to refer to a specific guest, for example when talking about a guest who is already present or named in the context.

In Norwegian, the noun gjest is common gender (en gjest). The basic forms are: indefinite singular en gjest; definite singular gjesten; indefinite plural gjester; definite plural gjestene.

The word derives from Old Norse gestr, and has cognates in other Scandinavian languages, including Danish gæst and Swedish gäst.

Gjesten appears in everyday hospitality language as well as in more formal or ceremonial contexts. It is also seen in compound forms such as gjestebud, which refers to a gathering or banquet involving guests, and related expressions that describe hosting or receiving visitors.

See also: gjest, the indefinite singular form, and the related compounds and phrases such as gjestebud.