Officielt

Officielt is a Danish adverb meaning officially. It is used to indicate that something is done, stated, or recognised in an official capacity or according to official status. The word commonly appears in formal writing, press releases, and legal or governmental contexts.

Etymology and form: Officielt derives from the adjective officiel (official). The adverb is formed by adding the suffix -t. The adjective itself comes from French officiel, ultimately from Latin officialis, from officium meaning duty or office. In Danish, officielt contrasts with the corresponding adjective form and is used to modify verbs, adjectives, or whole clauses to signal formal status.

Usage: Officielt is typically placed before or after a verb phrase or with a participle to emphasise formal status. Examples include: Det er officielt bekræftet af myndighederne (It is officially confirmed by the authorities). Aftalen blev officielt godkendt af bestyrelsen (The agreement was officially approved by the board). Sagen blev officielt afsluttet i går (The case was officially closed yesterday). In modern Danish, officielt often appears in news reports, government statements, and other contexts where formal legitimacy or recognition is being asserted.

Related terms: The related adjective is officiel (official). The adverbial form officielt is specific to Danish and is used to convey formal or official status in contrast to informal or unofficial wording.