sokkelens

Sokkelens is a linguistic term found in Danish and Norwegian texts, referring to a form of the noun sokkel that marks definiteness or possession. Sokkel itself denotes a base, pedestal, or plinth—the supporting element of a statue, monument, or architectural structure. Sokkelens is used when the speaker wants to specify a particular base or to indicate that the base belongs to something.

In practice, sokkelens appears in phrases that describe a defined base, such as a base’s shape, edge, or design. The precise grammatical function—whether it represents a definite noun phrase or a genitive/possessive construction—can vary by language and regional usage, but the common effect is to foreground a specific base rather than a generic concept. Writers may encounter sokkelens in architectural descriptions, art criticism, and historical texts that discuss the physical foundations of objects.

Etymology and related forms: sokkel is a Germanic noun meaning the base or plinth, with sokkelens functioning as a derived form that conveys definiteness or possession. Cognates appear in related languages, often with similar meanings tied to foundations or supporting elements. The form is typically encountered in formal or literary writing rather than everyday speech.

See also: sokkel, pedestal, base, plinth. Notes: Sokkelens is primarily a grammatical or linguistic form rather than a standalone concept, and its exact usage can differ between Danish and Norwegian texts.