naturen

Naturen is the definite form of the noun natur in several Scandinavian languages, notably Swedish, Danish and Norwegian. It translates as "the nature" and refers to the natural world as a concept, including landscapes, ecosystems, flora, fauna, and natural processes such as weather and geological activity. It can be used to speak about nature in a general sense or to identify a particular natural environment within a given setting.

Etymology and grammar: Natur originates from Latin natura, via Old French nature. The definite article suffix -en is attached to form naturen, yielding the distinct definite noun used when the speaker has a specific nature in view. The indefinite form natur is used when speaking about nature in general.

Usage: The term appears across education, media, environmental policy, and outdoor culture. It features in science texts when discussing ecosystems, in conservation discourse regarding parks and biodiversity, and in literature and travel writing as a setting or theme. In everyday speech, naturen often contrasts with human-made environments or with the idea of nature as a domain separate from culture.