The spelling of the word "Bordrag" is unique, with its origins in Nordic languages. It is pronounced "bɔrdræg" (bord-rag) according to the IPA phonetic transcription. The word refers to a type of tax levied on vessels entering a port, and has been used historically in countries such as Norway, Denmark and Germany. The combination of the "bord-" prefix meaning "board" or "ship" and the suffix "-drag" meaning "pull" or "levy" creates a word that signifies the tax levied on the ship's cargo.