kædernes

Kædernes is the genitive plural possessive form of the Danish noun kæde, meaning “the chains” or “of chains.” The noun kæde refers to a chain in the sense of metal links, a chain used in jewelry, or by extension a chain-like sequence or linkage. The form kædernes is used when something belongs to or is associated with multiple chains.

Grammar and usage: In Danish, the plural definite form for “the chains” is kæderne, while the plural possessive form is kædernes, indicating ownership by the chains or a property of the chains. Examples include: “Kædernes tilstand skal inspiceres regelmæssigt” (The condition of the chains must be inspected regularly) and “Kædernes rolle i sikkerhedsudstyr er central” (The chains’/the chains’ role in safety equipment is central). These forms appear in formal and written Danish when discussing multiple chains.

Etymology and cognates: kæde is a common Germanic word with cognates in neighboring languages, such as Norwegian kjede and Swedish kedja. The Danish form demonstrates typical Germanic word development and shared vocabulary across the Scandinavian languages.

See also: kæde; kæder; Danish grammar for possessive forms; List of Danish nouns related to jewelry and hardware.