aluslähte

Aluslähde (plural: aluslähteet) is a Finnish compound noun meaning “base source” or “substrate source.” It is used to refer to the underlying source from which something originates or is derived. The exact meaning depends on context, and there is no single universal definition for aluslähde across disciplines. In general, it denotes a foundational input, material, or data source that supports a process, analysis, or product.

Etymology: The word is formed from alus, meaning base or bottom, and lähde, meaning source.

Usage and interpretation: The term is common in technical and academic Finnish to denote a foundational input or origin that underpins work or outcomes. Context determines whether aluslähde refers to a data source, a base material, or a causal origin in analysis. It is often used to distinguish the primary source from outputs or derived elements.

Examples: In data management, aluslähde is the original dataset used for analysis or modeling. In manufacturing, aluslähde can be the base material from which a product is produced. In research, aluslähde may refer to the foundational study or dataset that informs the work.

See also: Lähde.