gyldige

Gyldige is a Norwegian adjective form meaning valid, in effect, legitimate, or acceptable when describing plural nouns. The base form is gyldig, used for singular nouns, while gyldige is used for plural. In practice, gyldige describes things that meet required standards, are legally binding, or are accepted by authorities.

Etymology and meaning: The word derives from Old Norse gildi, which referred to value, status or worth. Over time, gyldig developed to describe something that holds value or is recognized as legitimate within a given rule system. The noun form gyldighet denotes validity or the state of being valid, used to discuss the overall status rather than a specific object.

Grammatical notes: In Bokmål, adjectives change form based on number and definiteness. Gyldig is used with singular nouns, and gyldige with plural nouns. For definite plural, the adjective takes the same form plus a definite ending, as in de gyldige dokumentene. The opposite form is ugyldig, meaning invalid or not valid.

Common contexts: Gyldig is widely used for documents, tickets, licenses, contracts, and certificates to indicate compliance with rules or authority. Examples include a gyldig pass (a valid passport), gyldig billett (a valid ticket), and gyldig kontrakt (a valid contract). It can also describe claims or statements, such as en gyldig påstand (a valid claim).

See also: ugyldig, gyldighet, lovlig, legitim. This term is primarily a language and usage term rather than a legal definition, and its exact meaning can depend on the specific regulatory or normative context.