verdensomspennende

Verdensomspennende is a Norwegian adjective meaning worldwide or global in scope. It describes something that extends across many countries or continents, such as a company, network, issue, or cultural phenomenon.

Etymology: The word combines verdens, the genitive form of verden (world), with omspennende, from om- (“around”) and spenne (“to span”). The compound conveys breadth and reach beyond national borders.

Usage: Verdensomspennende is common in journalism, business, and academia when emphasizing transnational reach. Examples: et verdensomspennende nettverk av forskere; et verdensomspennende selskap som opererer i hundrevis av land; klimaendringer kan få virkning på et verdensomspennende nivå. The term generally carries a neutral descriptive tone but underscores scale and international scope.

Translation and related terms: The closest English equivalents are worldwide or global. Related Norwegian terms include internasjonal and global; the concept is closely tied to globalization, depending on context.