rapporterne

Rapporterne is the definite plural form of the Danish noun rapport, meaning a report or document that presents findings, data, or conclusions. In Danish usage, rapporterne commonly refer to formal compilations such as studies, investigations, audits, or evaluations. The term is widespread in public administration, academia, business, and journalism when discussing multiple related documents.

Etymology and form: The word rapport is borrowed from French, with a sense related to a connection or narrative, and in Danish it has come to denote an official document. The indefinite plural form is rapporter, while the definite plural form is rapporterne, formed by adding the definite plural ending -erne to the plural base.

Grammar and usage: Report language often appears in discussions about policy, research results, or organizational assessments. For example, one might cite, “Rapporterne fra udvalgets arbejde blev offentliggjort,” meaning the reports from the committee’s work were published. The definite plural allows speakers to refer to a specific group of reports that have already been mentioned or are in view.

Context and considerations: Rapporterne can encompass various genres, including scientific, administrative, or financial reports. They are commonly compiled by government agencies, research institutes, or companies, and may be subject to review, dissemination, or archival.

See also: Rapport (singular), Rapportering, Rapporter, Evaluering.