Runot
Runot is a Finnish noun meaning poems, or poetry collectively. It is the plural form of runo. In Finnish, runo refers to a short or long verse, a poem, or a poetic work; runot stands for multiple poems or the body of poetry.
Etymology and linguistic context: The word runo is derived from Proto-Finnic roots, with cognates in other Finnic
Historical context: Runot are central to Finland’s literary history. In the 19th century, philologists like Elias
Usage and grammar: In modern Finnish, runot can refer to poetry as a field or to a
Significance: The concept of runot encompasses both traditional folk verses and contemporary poetry, illustrating the continuity