kaartumisena

kaartumisena is an Estonian term used to describe the presentation of information in map form, that is, as a map. It denotes a mode of representation in which geographic data and spatial relationships are conveyed primarily through a map rather than text or tables. The term is more common in discussions of cartography, data visualization, and GIS contexts than in everyday language.

In linguistic and stylistic descriptions, kaartumisena can function as a nominalized form expressing role or state, analogous to “as a map” in English. It is typically encountered in formal or technical texts when denoting a particular way of presenting results or information.

The word combines kaart- (map) with nominalizing and role-indicating suffixes, reflecting its meaning “as a map.” Its exact construction and acceptability can vary by context and author, and more common alternatives exist for everyday use.

Because kaartumisena is not a standard everyday term, its use is somewhat specialized, and in many texts writers may prefer “kaartuna” (as a map) or more explicit phrases like “kaartina esitamine” (presentation in map form) depending on the context. It is especially relevant in fields dealing with spatial data, cartography, urban planning, and education.

See also: cartography, data visualization, geographic information systems, Estonian grammar.