praktiseringen

Praktiseringen is a noun used in Norwegian and Danish to denote the act or process of putting something into practice. It refers to translating theories, policies, or rules into concrete actions in real-world settings, rather than keeping them as abstract ideas.

Etymology and usage notes: praktisere means to practice or implement, and praktisering forms the noun by adding a standard nominal suffix. The term is common in discussions about how concepts are enacted in practice, and it often appears in contrast to theory or design work. In everyday and professional language it can describe the practical application of knowledge, standards, or procedures.

Contexts and examples: Praktisering is used across fields such as politics, law, healthcare, education, and business. Examples include the praktisering av menneskerettigheter (the implementation of human rights in policy and practice), or the praktisering av en læresetning eller et prosedyrer (the application of a principle or procedure in daily work). In research and management, it may also be framed as the operationalisering of concepts—how abstract ideas are turned into measurable actions and outcomes.

Relation to other terms: Related concepts include implementering (implementation), anvendelse (application), and operasjonalisering (operationalization). The term often raises questions about the gap between policy or theory and actual practice, including challenges of resources, enforcement, and evaluation. Critics may point to performative praktisering when actions do not align with stated aims, highlighting the need for monitoring and adjustment to achieve real impact.