tæknileg

Tæknileg is an Icelandic term used as an adjective meaning related to technology, technique, or the practical application of science. It describes methods, processes, devices or fields where technical know-how is central, as opposed to purely theoretical inquiry.

Etymology and usage: It is formed from tækni 'technique, technology' with the adjectival suffix -leg, producing tæknilegur in masculine form; feminine form tæknileg, neuter tæknilegt. The choice of form reflects the gender of the noun it modifies. In everyday Icelandic, the word appears in compounds and fixed phrases such as tæknileg menntun, tæknilegar lausnir, tæknileg þróun.

Applications: The term is widely used across education, industry, science policy, and media to classify things that are not strictly theoretical but involve technical processes, instrumentation, engineering or information technology. Examples include tæknileg menntun (technical education) and tæknilegar lausnir (technological solutions).

Relation to other terms: The noun tækni is more general; tæknileg is the adjective used to describe something as technical or technological. It is common in government and industry discussions on innovation, digital infrastructure, and engineering. Related terms include tækni, tækniþróun, upplýsingatækni, verkfræði.