spesiellspesielle

Spesiellspesielle is a coined term used in linguistic discussions to illustrate a playful blending of Norwegian adjective forms. It is not an established entry in standard Norwegian dictionaries, but rather a neologism that appears in informal writing and online forums to highlight how adjectives shift form according to number and definiteness. The term combines two related inflected forms of the same adjective: spesiell (the base form used in singular contexts) and spesielle (the plural or definite inflected form). As such, spesiellspesielle serves as a thought-provoking example rather than a conventional word.

Etymology and form: the word is a portmanteau of spesiell and spesielle. Its usage stems from observations about Norwegian grammar, where adjectives agree with the noun in gender, number, and definiteness. Because the two forms are closely related, speakers occasionally mimic their coexistence in a single, nonstandard construction to draw attention to inflectional variation.

Usage and examples: spesiellspesielle is typically employed as a joke or pedagogical prompt rather than for ordinary communication. For instance, one might encounter or create sentences such as “Dette er en spesiellspesielle situasjon” to provoke reflection on when each form would be appropriate. In formal writing, this fused form would be avoided, and the two forms would appear separately according to standard grammar.

Reception and limitations: the term has no official status and is not recognized by major dictionaries. It can cause confusion if used outside of explanatory or humorous contexts. It is mainly of interest for discussions of language play, inflection, and the behavior of adjectives in Norwegian.

See also: portmanteau, Norwegian grammar, adjective inflection, language play.