oblikovanja

Oblikovanje is a noun used in several South Slavic languages, including Slovenian, Croatian, Bosnian and Serbian. It denotes the process of giving form to something, i.e., shaping, molding, or designing. The root oblik- means form or shape, and the suffix -ovanje marks a process or activity. The plural form oblikovanja can refer to multiple shaping processes or, more broadly, to the field or practice of design and formation.

In manufacturing and engineering, oblikovanje describes forming operations that change the shape of a material without removing material. This includes processes such as forging, rolling, extrusion, and bending. Such forming methods are contrasted with subtractive or removing processes like machining. Shape-and-fit requirements, material properties, and process parameters influence the feasibility and quality of oblikovanje in industrial contexts.

In design and the arts, oblikovanje refers to the design process itself—concept development, planning, and production of products, graphics, interfaces, or architectural models. It encompasses both aesthetic and functional aspects, aiming to give a tangible form to ideas and functions.

In educational, organizational, and social contexts, oblikovanje can denote shaping or development of skills, competencies, behavior, or cultural practices. It is often used to describe deliberate efforts to influence form or structure in a system, curriculum, or community.

Overall, oblikovanja covers a broad set of activities centered on giving form: from material science and manufacturing to design disciplines and social development.