osebnopisno

Osebnopisno is a term used in some South Slavic language discussions to describe a descriptive writing style that foregrounds personal attributes of a subject. The word is a compound of osebno (personal, private) and opisno (descriptive). It is not a universally standardized term but appears in educational and critical contexts to label passages that emphasize intimate or subjective details about a person rather than external facts alone.

Definition and scope: Osebnopisno writing tends to stress traits, habits, emotions, and viewpoints of the subject. It often appears in character sketches, biographical passages, diary-like narrations, and literary profiles. It is typically contrasted with more objective, impersonal, or omniscient descriptive styles.

Usage and stylistic notes: In practice, osebnopisno descriptions balance vivid personal detail with awareness of distance or perspective. Writers may employ sensory cues, internal reflections, and a conversational tone to convey personality. The form is sometimes taught in creative writing courses as a way to cultivate intimate characterization, while critics note potential risks of over-valorizing subjectivity or infringing on privacy if real persons are described.

Grammar and phrases: In languages where it is discussed, osebnopisno can appear as an adjective or adverbial modifier formed from base words; examples include phrases like osebnopisno opisan (described in a personal-descriptive way). The exact inflection depends on the language. See also: descriptive writing, character development, biographical writing.