skrivelser

Skrivelser is a term used in Danish and Norwegian to refer to written communications, including letters, memos, petitions, and other formal submissions. It covers both private correspondence and official documents directed to individuals, organizations, or public authorities.

The word derives from the verb skrive (to write); skrivelser is the plural form. In administrative and legal contexts it often denotes formal, purpose-driven documents rather than casual notes.

A skrivelser typically contains the sender and recipient, the date, a subject or heading, a clear statement of purpose, any necessary arguments or information, and a closing with a signature. The tone tends to be formal in public and corporate use, though private skrivelser may be more personal.

Common contexts include public administration, where citizens or organizations submit skrivelser to authorities to request actions or express opinions; and business or legal settings, where written submissions or pleadings are prepared for specific processes. In public workflows, høringssvar (consultation responses) are often submitted as skrivelser.

With digitization, skrivelser are frequently created and stored electronically, while physical copies remain common for archiving and legal purposes.