erikoisnimeä
Erikoisnimeä is a Finnish term that translates to "special name" or "proper noun." In linguistics, it refers to a name that distinguishes a particular individual, place, or thing from others of the same type. These are distinct from common nouns, which refer to general categories. For example, "Helsinki" is an erikoisnimi for the capital city of Finland, while "kaupunki" (city) is a common noun. Similarly, "Juhani" is an erikoisnimi for a person, whereas "mies" (man) is a common noun.
The use of erikoisnimeä is crucial for clear communication and identification. They are used to denote specific
The study of erikoisnimeä falls under the broader field of onomastics, the study of the origin and