Uusinta

Uusinta is a Finnish noun that denotes the act of making something new again, i.e., a renewal or repetition. In general use it refers to a second occurrence or attempt of something that has already happened. The term is common in everyday language and in formal contexts such as education and media. In educational settings it is closely associated with a makeup examination or retake, with phrases like uusintakoe or kirjavaalainen? No, better: "kirjallinen uusinta" for a written retake. In broadcasting, uusinta describes a rerun or rebroadcast of a television program.

Etymology and sense: Uusinta is formed from the adjective uusi, meaning new, together with the nominalizing suffix -nta, producing the notion of making something new again, or renewing it. This root gives the broad semantic field of repetition, renewal, or a second opportunity.

Common uses and nuances: In education, uusinta commonly refers to a retake exam after an unsuccessful attempt, allowing a student to attempt the assessment again. In media and culture, a program’s uusinta denotes a later airing of the same content. In a broader sense, it can describe any act of repetition or renewal, such as repeating an event or process.

See also: retake, remake, rerun, repetition.