innleder

Innleder is a Norwegian noun and verb form related to the verb innlede, meaning to begin or to introduce. As a noun, innleder refers to a person who opens or introduces an event, meeting, or program, often delivering opening remarks and setting the agenda. The term can also describe the act of introducing a topic or the introductory remarks themselves in a formal setting. In practice, an innleder may function as a host, moderator, or master of ceremonies.

Etymology and usage notes: The word is built from inn- (in, into) and lede (to lead) with the agentive suffix -er. It is primarily used in Norwegian. Danish generally uses indleder with a similar meaning, while Swedish employs related forms such as inleder or inledare in some contexts.

Contexts and roles: Innleder is commonly encountered in conferences, seminars, broadcasts, and formal meetings. The innleder’s responsibilities include welcoming participants, outlining the program, introducing speakers or segments, and helping manage time. The term emphasizes the initiating or opening function of a participant rather than the content of the discussion itself.

Related terms: Innledning refers to the introduction or prefatory section of a text or speech. Other related roles include ordstyrer (chair), konferansier (emcee), and programleder (program host), which describe the broader leadership or hosting duties that may overlap with those of an innleder.

See also: innledning, ordstyrer, konferansier, programleder.