Johdetusta

Johdetusta is a term used in discussions of source provenance and content derivation. It describes material that originates from a primary source and is transformed through processes such as summarization, paraphrase, synthesis, or adaptation.

Etymology: The word draws on Finnish johde meaning “source” and uses derivational forms plus the elative suffix -sta to signal origin. It is not a standard academic label, but is used here to illustrate concepts of provenance and lineage in information.

Usage: In scholarly work, labeling material as johdetusta clarifies provenance, the transformations applied, and the degree of originality. It helps track how ideas propagate, assess the reliability of derived content, and ensure transparent attribution.

Examples: A dataset may include johdetusta statistics drawn from national reports. A literature review may discuss johdetusta sources to analyze how secondary material shapes interpretations.

Limitations: The concept relies on clear citation and traceability. Without explicit attribution, johdetusta content can obscure authorship and mislead readers about what is original versus derived.

See also: provenance, attribution, source criticism, paraphrase, synthesis.