epäconkrettien

Epäkonkreettien is a Finnish term that translates roughly to "non-concrete" or "abstract." It is used in various contexts, primarily in philosophy and linguistics, to describe concepts, ideas, or entities that lack a physical form or direct sensory perception. This contrasts with "konkreettinen," which refers to things that are tangible, observable, and exist in the physical world.

In philosophy, epäkonkreettien often refers to abstract nouns such as justice, truth, beauty, or love. These are ideas that are understood and discussed but cannot be held or seen. Mathematical concepts like numbers or geometric shapes also fall under this category, as do theoretical constructs in science.

In linguistics, epäkonkreettien can describe words that denote abstract notions rather than physical objects. For example, "freedom" is an epäkonkreettinen word, while "chair" is a concrete one. The distinction is important for understanding how language represents different types of reality and thought. The term emphasizes the mental or conceptual nature of these entities.