introduksjon

Introduksjon is a Norwegian term meaning "introduction." It refers to the opening section of a text, speech, presentation, or other work that presents the topic, establishes the purpose and scope, and provides a roadmap for what follows.

Origin and usage: The word derives from the French introduction (via Latin introductio) and is used in Norwegian alongside innledning. In formal writing, innledning is often preferred, while introduksjon appears in educational, technical, or media contexts.

In writing, an introduction typically contains a hook or attention grabber, a statement of the topic, justification or relevance, the main question or thesis, and an outline of the structure of the work.

In spoken presentations, the introduction aims to capture interest, establish credibility, state the purpose, and outline what will be covered. It should be concise and tailored to the audience, and it often ends with a transition to the main sections.

Common principles across domains include clarity, relevance, and proportion; avoid unnecessary detail in the intro while providing enough context to orient the reader or listener. The length varies by genre and medium.

See also: innledning, forord, oppbygging.