herunder

Herunder is a Danish adverb and preposition meaning including or among which. It is used to introduce items that are part of a broader set that has just been mentioned or is understood from context. In English, it corresponds to including, among others, or such as in certain constructions.

Usage and examples:

Herunder typically follows the main term for the larger group and then introduces specific examples. For example: Der findes mange lande i EU, herunder Danmark, Sverige og Norge. Listen indeholder flere frugter, herunder æbler, bananer og kirsebær. The construction can be paired with phrases like og andre (and others) to indicate that the list is not exhaustive.

Etymology and style:

Herunder is a compound word formed from the elements her (here) and under (under), historically signaling inclusion within a category. It is common in formal and written Danish, including journalism, law, and administrative language. In casual speech, speakers may omit the term and simply enumerate the items, especially when the broader group is already clear from the context.

Notes:

While similar to phrases such as blandt andre (among others) or såsom (such as), herunder explicitly marks items that belong to a defined set. Its use can add precision in lists and formal explanations, clarifying which elements are included within a described group.