forskellige

Forskellige is a Danish adjective meaning "various" or "different." It is used to indicate a range of distinct things within a group and is typically placed before plural nouns. For example, forskellige typer means "various types," and forskellige synspunkter means "different viewpoints." The term can also appear in predicate position with plural subjects, as in typerne er forskellige, meaning "the types are different."

Etymology and form: Forskellige derives from the base adjective forskellig and is the common form used before plural nouns. The word’s roots trace back to older Danish forms expressing distinction or difference, and it has cognates in other Scandinavian languages.

Usage notes: In formal and journalistic Danish, forskelligene (plural) or forskjellige expressions are used to emphasize variety. In contexts focusing on contrast or specific differences, the related form forskellig may be used, particularly before singular nouns or in fixed phrases. The nuance of forskellig(e) centers on diversity within a group rather than a simple binary difference.

See also: Danish language, Danish adjectives, Danish grammar.