målspråg

Målspråg is a Swedish term that translates to "target language" in English. It refers to the language that a learner is attempting to acquire and speak. This concept is central to the field of second language acquisition and pedagogy. When someone is learning a new language, the målspråg is the desired outcome of their learning process.

The målspråg is distinct from the learner's native language, often referred to as the "modersmål" in Swedish. The process of learning a målspråg involves understanding its grammar, vocabulary, pronunciation, and cultural nuances. Educators and language learning materials are typically designed to facilitate the acquisition of the målspråg. The proficiency level in the målspråg can range from beginner to advanced, and progress is often measured against benchmarks related to the målspråg. The term is commonly used in academic and educational contexts within Sweden and other Scandinavian countries when discussing language learning.