svarform

Svarform is a compound noun in Swedish that literally translates to “answer form.” It is used in several Swedish-language contexts to denote the form or method by which a response is provided or recorded. The exact meaning of svarform varies by domain.

In linguistics and discourse analysis, svarform can refer to how an answer is realized in speech or text, including distinctions between direct, indirect, partial, or hedged responses within a dialogue. In education, the term may describe how a student answers a question, such as a short answer, an essay, or a selection among predefined options. In survey methodology and data collection, svarform is used to denote the format of the response instrument, encompassing multiple-choice items, rating or Likert scales, open-ended text fields, and numerical inputs. In the realm of online forms and user interfaces, it can refer to the input type or control used to capture a response (for example, a text field, radio buttons, or dropdown menus).

Usage notes: as a Swedish compound, svarform is most commonly encountered in Swedish-language materials. In English-language texts the corresponding terms are typically response form or answer format. The preferred terminology and exact interpretation depend on the field and the organization issuing the material.

See also: questionnaire design, survey methodology, discourse analysis, user interface design.