orðfærið
Orðfærið is a term used in Icelandic linguistics and literary criticism to describe the quality and manner in which language is worded. It refers to the effectiveness of word choice, syntax, and rhetorical devices in conveying meaning, tone, and nuance. The concept encompasses vocabulary selection, sentence structure, rhythm, and register, and is often discussed as a dimension of style alongside clarity and precision. While not a fixed grammatical category, orðfærið is used to assess how well a text expresses its intended message and aligns with its audience.
Etymology and sense: The form derives from orð, meaning “word,” and færi or færa, indicating arrangement or
Applications: In analyses of sagas, poetry, or contemporary prose, scholars may describe passages as particularly orðfærið
Relation to other concepts: Orðfærið relates to broader ideas of style, diction, and rhetorical craft, but is
Limitations: Because it is specialized, orðfærið may not be widely used outside scholarly contexts, and its