Innlegget

Innlegget is the definite form of the Norwegian noun innlegg, a term with several related meanings. It most commonly denotes a post or submission, such as a message posted on a social platform, a blog entry, or a comment in a discussion. The word can also refer to an insert or supplementary material placed inside a larger publication, for example a magazine insert or a newspaper insert. In journalism, innlegg can describe a contribution to public debate, and in printing it can mean an insert added to a magazine or book.

Originating from inn- (in) and legg (lay), innlegg literally conveys something laid in or inserted. The indefinite singular is et innlegg, the definite singular innlegget. The plural forms are innlegg (indefinite) and innleggene (definite).

Usage and nuance

In the digital realm, et innlegg is a post or message on platforms such as social media and forums; a blogginnlegg or blogginnlegg can also be used for a blog post. In media and public discourse, innlegg may refer to reader contributions or to opinion pieces, with lederinnlegg specifically describing an editorial. In print publishing, innlegg can mean an insert or supplementary page placed within a newspaper or magazine.

Examples

Jeg skrev et innlegg på bloggen i går. Innlegget hennes i avisen fikk mye leserrespons. Etter møtet ga han et kort innlegg i debatten. The definite form innlegget is used when referring to a specific post or insert previously mentioned or identifiable in context.