baasjuhtus
Baasjuhtus is a term used in Estonian literary analysis to denote the central incident or catalyst that sets a narrative in motion or redirects its course. The word combines baas ('base, foundation') with juhtus ('happened'), producing a literal 'base incident'. In practice, it refers to a pivotal moment that anchors the plot’s logic and motivates subsequent actions, though it is not limited to the moment of greatest emotional intensity.
Definition and scope: The baasjuhtus is conceived as the event that explains why the story unfolds as
Usage and debates: The term is primarily used in academic discussions of plot structure within Estonian-language
Examples: In analyses, a murder, a discovery, or a revelation can serve as a baasjuhtus if it