Faktid

Faktid is the Estonian word for facts. It denotes statements or data that can be verified and supported by evidence. The singular form is fakt, and faktid is the standard plural used in everyday and formal language.

In journalism, science, and education, faktid serve as the basis for reliable reporting, analysis, and decision-making. Information presented as faktid is typically accompanied by sources, data, or citations that allow others to verify the claims. Fact-checking and source verification are common practices aimed at ensuring that referenced faktid are accurate and up-to-date.

Etymology and usage notes: faktid derives from the same root as the English word fact and related terms in other European languages. The concept of faktid emphasizes verifiability and evidence, but the interpretation and selection of which statements constitute faktid can vary with new information, context, or methodological standards. While facts are objective in principle, discourse around them often involves judgment about relevance, scope, and significance.

See also: fact, truth, evidence, fact-checking.