ekstra

Ekstra is a term used in several languages and contexts, generally meaning "additional" or "more than usual." In Danish, Norwegian, and related languages, ekstra functions as both an adjective and an adverb indicating something extra, such as ekstra tid (extra time) or ekstra udstyr (extra equipment). The word is etymologically linked to the Latin extra and is cognate with the English and German counterparts for "extra."

In media and commerce, ekstra often appears as a label signaling enhancements, promotions, or premium options. A prominent example is Ekstra Bladet, a Danish tabloid newspaper whose name translates roughly to "Extra Paper" or simply "Extra." More generally, the term is used in product names and marketing to imply added value or a surcharge.

Beyond Scandinavia, ekstra is a widely used loanword in Turkish and other languages with a similar meaning, and it is typically not capitalized unless it begins a sentence or forms part of a proper name. Its precise sense is determined by context—ranging from pricing and services to branding and feature sets.

See also: Extra.