inkludera

Inkludera is a Swedish verb meaning to include, to comprise, or to incorporate something as part of a larger whole. It is used to add elements to a set, to insert information into a document, or to make something part of a system, price, or process. The term appears across everyday language as well as in business, education, law, and technology.

Etymology: The word derives from the Latin includere, via the same root found in many European languages, and is closely related to the English include. In Swedish, the form reflects a general pattern of modern vocabulary borrowed from Latin-based sources.

Usage and grammar: In Swedish, inkludera is a transitive verb. It takes a direct object and is used in phrases such as "Priset inkluderar moms" (the price includes VAT) or "Rapporten inkluderar flera bilagor" (the report includes several attachments). In passive form, one can say "fem nya kriterier inkluderades i avtalet" (five new criteria were included in the agreement).

Relation to related terms: "innehålla," "innefatta," "omfatta," and "inbegripa" are closely related but carry different nuances—containing, comprising within a scope, or bringing into consideration. In modern usage, inkludera often appears in formal or technical language, while everyday speech may prefer synonyms depending on context.