Sidesangivelse

Sidesangivelse is a term used in Danish and Norwegian to refer to a page reference or the indication of where a specific information can be found within a source. It functions as a location cue in citations, quotations, and cross-references, helping readers locate the exact page or pages that support a statement.

Etymology and scope often place sidesangivelse as a combination of side (page) and angivelse (indication or designation). In practice, it is commonly used in academic writing, legal texts, and bibliographic work to accompany a citation with precise page numbers or page ranges. The concept is closely related to, but distinct from, a general reference or bibliography entry; the sidesangivelse points to a concrete part of the cited work.

Usage and conventions typically involve a brief page reference appended to a citation, such as a parenthetical note or footnote. Abbreviations like s. or pp. (or their language-specific forms) may be used to designate single pages or ranges, for example s. 45 or ss. 45–47. Some styles require including the side designation alongside volume or edition information when relevant.

Relation to other terms includes cross-referencing, quotation practices, and standard citation formats. While a sidesangivelse identifies where in a source a given point appears, a full citation provides bibliographic details to locate the source itself.

See also: citation, cross-reference, footnote, bibliographic reference.

Note: Variants and exact usage can vary by country, institution, and style guide. When in doubt, consult the relevant style manual for preferred conventions on page references.