tolkinnhold

Tolkningsinnhold is a Norwegian term used to describe the content produced by interpreting or translating from one language to another. It refers to the material audiences or readers encounter in the target language as a result of interpretation or translation, including not only the literal words but also the conveyed meaning, intent, and contextual cues. The concept is used in studies of interpretation, translation practice, subtitling, and related fields.

Depending on modality, tolkningsinnhold covers different processes: live interpretation (simultaneous or consecutive), written translation, subtitling, and dubbing. In each case, the tolkningsinnhold comprises lexical choices, omissions or additions, style and register, and cultural adaptation. It also involves ethical and professional considerations such as accuracy, neutrality, and the responsibility to preserve meaning without introducing unintended bias.

Quality assessment of tolkningsinnhold focuses on fidelity to the source, coherence in the target language, and suitability for the audience. Challenges include handling idioms, humor, ambiguous terms, and cultural references. The term is used in educational, legal, healthcare, media, and public-service contexts to discuss the effectiveness and accessibility of interpreted content. While related to the broader fields of interpretation and translation, tolkningsinnhold specifically highlights the outcome—the content delivered to the end user—rather than the process alone.