konklusion

Konklusion is a term used in several Nordic languages to denote the conclusion of an argument, discussion, or document. It refers to the final part where the main inferences are stated and the overall claim is drawn from the analysis conducted.

In logic and rhetoric, a konklusion is the statement that logically follows from a set of premises; it is the endpoint of the reasoning process, not merely a restatement of evidence, but a synthesis of the reasoning.

In scholarly writing, the konklusion summarizes findings, indicates implications, and may propose recommendations or next steps. In legal or formal documents, it presents the ruling, decision, or recommended action based on the presented facts and analysis.

The term is cognate with the English "conclusion" and shares its Latin root conclusio, from con- "together" and -cludere "to close." Spelling varies by language: Danish typically writes konklusion; Norwegian uses konklusjon or an equivalent. Related terms include slutsats in Swedish for the equivalent conclusion.