Tietosanakirja
Tietosanakirja is a Finnish term for an encyclopedia, a reference work that presents articles on a wide range of subjects and is designed to convey knowledge and explanations rather than merely defining words. The word combines tieto, meaning knowledge, and sanakirja, meaning dictionary. In Finnish usage, tietosanakirja can refer to any comprehensive, structured reference work, whether printed or digital.
Historically, tietosanakirja has appeared in Finland since the 19th century as education systems expanded. Finnish publishers
Typical features include alphabetically arranged articles, cross‑references, and illustrations or maps; entries vary from concise definitions
In contemporary Finland, the term tietosanakirja remains common for encyclopedic reference, and the concept has evolved