Takst

Takst is a term used in several Nordic languages, notably Danish and Norwegian, with meanings connected to price, rate, or valuation. The exact sense depends on context, but takst generally refers to a calculated amount that is charged, reimbursed, or assigned to an item or service.

In Danish usage, takst most commonly means a tariff or price list that sets the charges for a service or product. Public agencies, utilities, transport operators, and professional bodies may publish takster (plural) that outline rates, dues, or prescribed prices. The term is often encountered in official or business contexts where standardized pricing is required.

In Norwegian usage, takst more often denotes an appraisal or valuation of property, equipment, or other assets. A takst is the assessed market value or insured value assigned by a licensed appraiser, and the resulting document is called a takstrapport or similar valuation report. Takst is also used in some contexts to indicate a rate or tariff, such as transport or insurance charges, but valuation remains a prominent meaning in real estate, construction, and industrial settings.

Related concepts include tariff, price list, valuation, and appraisal. The word has historical roots in Germanic languages and is linked to formalized charging or assessment practices in commerce and public administration. Understandingtakst requires attention to the domain and country, as the term shifts between pricing and valuation depending on context.

See also: tariff, price, valuation, appraisal, takstrapport.