blekk

Blekk is the Norwegian term for ink, the liquid pigment used for writing, drawing, printing, and tattooing. The word covers a range of formulations and applications, from everyday writing inks in fountain and rollerball pens to the inks used in printers and in art supplies. In Norwegian usage, blekk is commonly found in compound terms such as blekkpatron (ink cartridge), blekkflaske (ink bottle), and blekkfarger (ink colors).

In printing and publishing, blekk refers to the inks used in both traditional and digital processes; for inkjet printers the supply is typically described as blekkpatroner containing pigment- or dye-based inks, while laser printers use toner rather than liquid blekk. In art contexts, blekk encompasses a variety of inks, including dye- and pigment-based formulations, with differing properties for permanence, colorfastness, and flow.

In tattooing, blekk denotes the colored inks injected into the skin. Tattoo inks are subject to safety and regulatory considerations in many countries, including restrictions on certain colorants and requirements for labeling and testing. The term blekk in this context is tied to professional practice and manufacturer quality standards.

Blekk as a general term thus spans writing, printing, art, and cosmetic applications, with the exact composition and handling dependent on the use case. In everyday language, the emphasis is on color and permanence—qualities that drive choices among dye-based versus pigment-based inks and among various carriers and binders.