Ickeformella
Ickeformella (literally "non-formal" in Swedish) is a sociolinguistic category used to describe registers, speech practices, and interactional norms that operate outside formal settings. The concept covers language choice, politeness strategies, and etiquette norms that distinguish everyday talk from official discourse or ceremonial speech. While not tied to a single language, it is commonly discussed in studies of Swedish interaction, though parallels exist in other languages.
Origins and usage: The term derives from the prefix icke- meaning "not" and formella meaning "formal." It
Linguistic features and social functions: Lexical simplification, reduced use of honorifics, direct address, less elaborate sequencing,
Criticism and research: Scholars note challenges in labeling informal speech, as contexts may vary and overlap;