kritikken

Kritikken is a term used in Norwegian and other Scandinavian languages meaning "the critique" or "the criticism." It refers to the process of evaluating or analyzing something to judge its merits and faults, as well as to the result of that process, such as a review or critical assessment. The word is formed from the root for critique plus a definite article ending, so kritikken is typically used to mean "the critique" in context.

In philosophy, critique denotes a rigorous examination of the foundations, methods, and implications of knowledge and thought. The concept is central to Kantian and post-Kantian traditions, where a critical approach aims to delineate limits and conditions of reason, experience, and understanding. Beyond philosophy, critique is a broad mode of discourse found in arts, culture, science, and public life, emphasizing reasoned judgment over mere praise or condemnation.

Kritikken also appears in publishing and media contexts as a label or form for critical discourse. Publications, essays, and discussions that focus on analysis, interpretation, and debate about culture, ideas, or social issues may employ the term to signal a commitment to thoughtful evaluation rather than straightforward reporting.

See also: Criticism, Critique, Kant, Philosophy of science, Cultural criticism.