Modellelik

Modellelik is a term used in some Nordic linguistic and design contexts to describe the quality or property of being model-like or suitable as a model. The word derives from modell (model) and lik (like) in Norwegian, Danish, and Swedish. In practice, it is used to discuss the degree of fidelity or representational accuracy of a model relative to its referent. In engineering and science, modelelik can refer to the extent to which a model captures essential features of the system being modeled, balancing simplicity with realism. In pedagogy and design, it can describe how well a simplified representation supports understanding or communication.

Usage and interpretation: Modellelik is often linked to concepts of fidelity, abstraction level, and generalizability. High modelelik indicates a model that resembles the target system closely enough to be useful for prediction or explanation; low modelelik indicates a more abstracted or stylized representation. The term may appear in discussions about model selection, evaluation, or the evolution of modeling approaches.

Related terms: model fidelity, representation, abstraction, simulation, proxy model, analogue. See also design modeling, architectural modeling.

Notes: The term is not widely established in English-language sources and is more common in Nordic-language texts or informal discourse. Where used, it usually functions as a qualitative descriptor rather than a formal metric.