informativt

Informativt is a Swedish adjective meaning informative or providing information. It describes content, presentations, or materials that convey facts, explanations, or data with the aim of informing the audience. The term is commonly used in media, education, and communication to characterize clear, factual material.

Etymology and cognates: Informativt derives from the adjective informativ, related to the verb informera and the noun information. The form has parallels in other Germanic languages, including the English word informative, reflecting shared Latin roots through information.

Grammatical usage: In front of en-ord nouns, the form is informativ (for example, en informativ artikel). In neuter contexts or predicative positions, the neuter form informativt is used (for example, Ett informativt exempel; Det var informativt). In plural or feminine contexts, related forms include informativa and informativa, depending on gender and number. The term is typically neutral in tone and emphasizes factual content rather than subjective judgment.

Nuances and scope: Informativt describes quality rather than value judgment, though in practice it often carries a positive connotation when content is clear and well-sourced. It is commonly contrasted with terms like faktabaserad, pedagogisk, or underhållande, which highlight different aspects of communicative quality.

See also: Faktabaserad, Pedagogisk, Informationsdisciplin. These related terms are used to discuss how information is gathered, presented, and explained in Swedish-language sources.