oppdraget

Oppdraget is a Norwegian noun meaning “the assignment” or “the mission.” It is the definite singular form of oppdrag, which denotes a task, duty, or commission given to someone. In both formal and everyday language, oppdraget is used to refer to a specific task that has been assigned or mandated, as opposed to an indefinite or general assignment expressed by oppdrag.

The form oppdraget is used when the speaker or writer refers to a particular assignment already introduced or clear from context. Example usage include phrases like “Han fikk oppdraget med å kartlegge markedet” (He received the assignment to map the market) or “Oppdraget ble tildelt av regjeringen” (The assignment was allocated by the government).

Usage context often spans business, administration, journalism, and public sector work. In corporate settings, oppdraget can describe a commissioned project; in governmental or international contexts, it may refer to an official mandate or mission. The term can also appear in legal or regulatory language to denote an explicit duty imposed on an individual or organization.

In culture and media, Oppdraget has been used as a title for various Norwegian works, including literature and film. The precise work referenced depends on the context, and the term is typically clarified by accompanying details such as author, year, or medium.

See also: Oppdrag, mission, assignment.