energiske

Energiske is the inflected plural and definite-form of the Norwegian adjective energisk. The word translates to energetic, vigorous, or spirited, and is used to describe people, groups, activities, or things that exhibit high energy or enthusiasm. It is a common term in everyday Norwegian as well as in media and literature.

Etymology and cognates: Energisk derives from energ- (relating to energy or force), with the adjectival suffix -isk forming a word meaning “of or relating to energy.” The shape energiske is the standard plural/definite form in Bokmål. Cognates exist in other Scandinavian languages, such as Danish energisk and Swedish energisk, with similar meaning.

Usage: Energiske is used before a plural noun, for example energiske elever (energetic students). In definite plural phrases, as in de energiske elevene (the energetic students), the form remains energiske while the noun bears the definite suffix. The adjective agrees with the noun in number, and is used to describe people (athletes, performers), activities (workouts, events), or objects that show high energy, enthusiasm, or drive.

Examples: The team is energiske and motivated. The performers delivered energiske routines.

See also: energisk; Danish energisk; Swedish energisk.