begrensede

Begrensede is a Norwegian word that functions primarily as a plural form of the adjective begrenset, meaning limited or restricted. It can also appear as the past participle of the verb begrense when used as an adjective to describe something that has been limited, but in practice it most often appears as a modifier in plural noun phrases indicating finite quantity or scope.

Grammatical notes: In Bokmål and Nynorsk, adjectives inflect for number and definiteness. Begrensede commonly governs plural nouns, as in begrensede ressurser (limited resources). With a definite article, it appears as de begrensede ressursene (the limited resources). It can also function as a past participle: områdene ble begrensede (the areas were limited).

Usage: The term is used in contexts such as resources, timeframes, budgets, and capabilities. Examples include begrensede ressurser, begrensede muligheter, and begrensede tidsrammer. It is less common in formal corporate terminology, where phrases like begrenset ansvar are used to denote “limited liability,” and aksjeselskap is used for a joint-stock company.

See also: Begrense, Begrenset, and Norwegian grammar or adjective inflection. Begrensede serves as a practical example of how Norwegian adjectives adapt to number and definiteness to convey constraints or boundaries in various contexts.