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noun

en introduktion

introduction

Den första delen av någonting där man presenterar eller visar upp en person, ett ämne eller en bok.

Definition & meaning

Introduktion is a Swedish noun meaning introduction. Depending on context, it can refer to:

  • A presentation or act of introducing someone or something: for example, introducing a person to a group.
  • An opening section that gives background or prepares the reader for a subject, such as the introduction to a book or report.
  • An initial orientation or training for people who are new to a workplace, course, or activity.
  • The bringing of something into use or circulation, such as the introduction of a new rule, product, or system.

Grammar & Word origin

Introduktion is a common-gender noun: en introduktion. Its definite form is introduktionen, and its plural is introduktioner.

It is related to the verb introducera , meaning “to introduce.” The word ultimately comes from Latin introductio, from introducere, “to lead in.”

Synonyms & antonyms

Possible synonyms include:

  • inledning — an opening or beginning, especially of a text or presentation. It often emphasizes the start itself rather than the act of introducing something.
  • presentation — commonly the act of presenting or introducing a person, idea, or subject to others.
  • förord — specifically a preface to a book; it is narrower in meaning.
  • introducering — the act or process of introducing something, often with emphasis on putting it into use.

There is no exact general antonym. In contexts where an introduction marks the beginning, avslutning , meaning “ending” or “conclusion,” may contrast with it. When referring to bringing something into use, avveckling , meaning “phasing out” or “discontinuation,” can be an opposite.

Common phrases & collocations

  • en kort introduktion — a brief introduction
  • en introduktion till ett ämne — an introduction to a subject
  • introduktion av en ny produkt — the introduction of a new product
  • introduktion för nyanställda — orientation for new employees

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Examples

Han läser en kort introduktion till boken.noun

He is reading a short introduction to the book.

Kursen började med tydliga introduktioner som hjälpte alla att förstå målen.noun

The course began with clear introductions that helped everyone understand the goals.

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