Kerrontatilanteessa

Kerrontatilanteessa is a Finnish term that translates to "in a narrative situation" or "in a storytelling context." It refers to the circumstances surrounding the telling of a story, encompassing elements such as the narrator, the audience, the setting, and the purpose of the narration. Understanding the kerrontatilanne is crucial for analyzing how a story is constructed and received.

The narrator, or kertova hahmo, is a key component. This can be a character within the story (internal narrator) or an external voice (external narrator). The narrator's perspective, reliability, and relationship to the events significantly shape the audience's understanding. Similarly, the audience, or kuulija, plays an active role. Their background, expectations, and cultural context influence their interpretation of the narrative.

The setting of the narration also matters. A story told around a campfire evokes a different feeling than one read in a book or heard in a formal presentation. The intent behind the storytelling, the perimmäinen tarkoitus, could be to entertain, inform, persuade, or preserve tradition. All these factors contribute to the overall kerrontatilanne and affect the impact of the narrative. Analyzing the kerrontatilanne allows for a deeper appreciation of the art and function of storytelling.