fenomener

Fenomener is a Norwegian noun that serves as the plural form of fenomen, meaning phenomenon. The term refers to observable events or circumstances that attract attention, are notable, or are the subject of study. Fenomener can be used across scientific, cultural, and everyday contexts to describe things that can be perceived or measured.

Etymology and related forms: the word fenomen derives from the Greek phainomenon, meaning “that which appears,” through Latin and French. In Norwegian, the plural indefinite form is fenomener, while the definite plural is fenomenene. The singular form is fenomen, commonly used as fenomenet in the definite singular.

Usage and examples: fenomener is employed to discuss a range of occurrences, from natural phenomena such as auroras and earthquakes to social or technological developments. For example, "Nordlyset er et fascinerende fenomen" uses the singular; "Fenomener i klimaforskningen viser endringer i atmosfæren" uses the plural. In everyday language, one might say, "Disse fenomene krever nærmere forskning," to reference multiple observable occurrences.

See also: related terms in other languages include English phenomenon and phenomena, Swedish och Norwegian fenomen and fenomen, and Dutch fenomeen/en, each with similar meanings but language-specific pluralization and usage rules.