Kohalolekust

Kohalolekust is an Estonian term that refers to the concept of presence or attendance, typically in formal, administrative, or legal contexts. It comes from the base noun kohalolek, meaning the state of being physically present at a place or event. The expression is used to discuss whether a person was present, the recording of that presence, or the absence of presence.

In practice, kohalolekust is used in situations such as meetings, classes, court proceedings, workplaces, and other organized events where attendance affects procedures, rights, or obligations. Records of kohalolek are commonly used to verify participation, determine eligibility for compensation or benefits, assess compliance with rules, or calculate penalties or grades. With the increasing use of digital communication, the concept has expanded to include virtual or remote presence, where attendance is established through online systems, login data, or video participation.

Linguistically, kohalolek is the core noun, and kohalolekust represents a case form used in constructions that express “of presence,” “about presence,” or related relational meanings. Related terms include kohalolek (presence), osalus (participation), and viibimine (staying, staying in a place) in discussions of attendance and involvement.

See also: kohalolek, osalus, viibimine.