Sanastä

Sanastä is a Finnish word that translates to "about the dictionary" or "on the dictionary." It is commonly used in contexts where a discussion, explanation, or information pertains to a lexicon, glossary, or any collection of words and their meanings. The term itself is a compound word, derived from "sana" meaning "word" and the adessive case ending "-stä," indicating "from" or "about." Therefore, "sanastä" literally signifies "from/about words."

The usage of "sanastä" is prevalent in linguistic studies, language learning materials, and even in casual conversations when referring to a specific dictionary or the concept of a vocabulary in general. For instance, one might encounter the phrase "puhutaan sanastä" which translates to "let's talk about the dictionary" or "we are talking about the dictionary." It can also refer to the content found within a dictionary, such as specific word definitions, etymologies, or grammatical information. The term is straightforward in its meaning and application within the Finnish language.