ickeformellt

Ickeformellt is a Swedish term meaning informal or not formal. It is used to describe language, dress, behavior, events, or communications that are relaxed or casual in nature. The counterpart is formellt, which denotes formality and a more official or ceremonious tone. Ickeformellt can apply to social interactions, written and spoken language, and organizational practices.

Grammatically, ickeformell is the adjective, and ickeformellt is the adverbial form used to modify verbs or actions (for example, prata ickeformellt meaning speak informally). The prefix icke- functions as a negation for adjectives and nouns. The term is commonly paired with forms like klädkod (dress code), möte (meeting), eller sätt att kommunicera (manner of communication) to specify non-formal alternatives to formal arrangements.

Usage and examples illustrate its broad application. En ickeformell klädkod describes attire that is casual rather than dressy. Ett ickeformellt möte implies a relaxed, less ceremonial gathering. Ickeformellt språkbruk refers to casual language, while i vissa sammanhang kan en ickeformell ton främja öppenhet och snabbare kommunikation, framförallt i arbets- eller utbildningsmiljöer.

While the term is primarily used in Swedish, its concept—distinguishing informal from formal contexts—appears across many languages and cultures. Ickeformellt framing is often chosen to reduce formality, foster approachability, or facilitate collaboration, depending on the setting.