Ojennus

Ojennus is a Finnish noun derived from the verb ojentaa and commonly denotes an act of correcting, straightening, or extending. In everyday usage it frequently refers to a reprimand or admonition; for example, saada ojennus means to receive a reprimand, and antaa ojennus means to give one. The word also describes physical actions such as stretching out a limb or straightening an object, and it appears in compound terms related to body movement and posture.

In stylistic and social contexts ojennus can carry a mild disciplinary or corrective connotation, applied to behaviour, work performance, or etiquette. In physical and technical contexts it denotes alignment, reach, or an extending motion, as in sports, rehabilitation, or manual tasks. The term is neutral in tone and its force depends on context, ranging from gentle guidance to formal admonition.

Etymologically, ojennus comes from the Finnish verb ojentaa, which has several related meanings including to straighten, to hand over, to offer, and to reprimand. Related forms and idioms are common in Finnish speech and written language. As a compact term with multiple senses, ojennus illustrates how Finnish verbs can give rise to nouns that encapsulate both physical and social actions.