Alguskoht

Alguskoht is an Estonian noun meaning the starting point, origin, or initial location of something. It is used across contexts to denote where a process, journey, measurement, or reference frame begins.

Etymology: The word combines algus (start, beginning) with koht (place).

Usage: In everyday language, the alguskoht of a trip is the place where you begin; in navigation and mapping, it refers to the starting coordinates or trailhead. In mathematics and science, the alguskoht may describe the origin of a coordinate system (for example, the point (0,0) is the alguskoht). In programming and software development, the term can be used to describe the entry point of a program or a function, though the more common term in technical writing is entry point or main function.

Variants and related terms: Alguspunkt is a closely related term often used interchangeably in some contexts. The end point is lõppkoht, and the reference point is viitepunkt or lähtepunkt.

Notes: The exact preference for alguskoht versus other terms can vary by field and author; when writing for a technical audience, it is advisable to define the term at first use. See also related concepts such as alguspunkt and lõppkoht to understand common alternatives in Estonian.