kandidatenes

"Kandidatenes" is a Norwegian word that translates to "the candidates'" or "of the candidates." It is the genitive plural form of the noun "kandidat," which means "candidate." This grammatical form is used in Norwegian to indicate possession or a relationship belonging to multiple candidates. For example, in a sentence like "kandidatenes meninger" (the candidates' opinions), "kandidatenes" shows that the opinions belong to more than one candidate. The word is commonly encountered in contexts involving elections, job applications, or any situation where multiple individuals are being considered for a position or role. Understanding its genitive plural function is key to correctly interpreting Norwegian sentences where multiple individuals are the subject of possession or a defining characteristic.