uttryckliga

Uttryckliga is a Swedish adjective used to describe something that is expressed clearly or stated explicitly, or in some contexts something that is vivid and expressive. In formal or legal language the term often signals that provisions or statements are plainly specified and not left to interpretation. In literature or everyday speech it can also denote a vivid, expressive style.

Etymology and form: the word stems from the verb uttrycka, to express, with the adjectival suffix -lig. The plural form uttryckliga is used with plural nouns, while the singular forms are uttrycklig (or ett uttryckligt) for neuter nouns and en uttrycklig for common gender in the indefinite singular. An adverb form is uttryckligen, meaning explicitly or expressly.

Usage and nuance: uttryckliga is most common when the speaker wants to emphasize clarity or explicitness. Examples include uttryckliga krav (explicit requirements), uttryckliga bevis (clear or conclusive evidence), and uttryckliga instruktioner (clear instructions). In a more literary sense the term can convey a strong, expressive quality in language or portrayal, though this sense is often covered by synonyms such as tydlig or livfullt uttryckt.

Related terms and contrasts: commonly paired with ty d l i g (clear) or explicit in a legal dictionary sense. The adverbial form uttryckligen is used to state something directly: "uttryckligen föreskrivs det i avtalet" (it is expressly provided in the contract).

See also: uttrycka, uttryck, tydlighet, explicit. Uttryckliga serves as the plural form used with plural nouns and is part of a broader spectrum describing how information is conveyed.