Tekstinen

Tekstinen is a Finnish word that translates to "textual" or "related to text" in English. It is often used in contexts where something is described as being composed of or pertaining to written words. For instance, a "tekstinen analyysi" would refer to a textual analysis, where the focus is on the examination of written content. Similarly, "tekstinen muoto" means textual form, indicating something presented in writing rather than in another medium like speech or imagery.

The term can be applied to various forms of written material, from literature and documents to digital content such as websites and messages. It emphasizes the nature of the information as being inscribed or typed. In discussions about communication, "tekstinen viestintä" (textual communication) specifically refers to the exchange of information through written words, distinguishing it from oral communication. The word's usage is straightforward, serving to categorize and describe things based on their textual foundation.