katselussa

Katselussa is a Finnish noun form that denotes the state or process of viewing something. It is the inessive form of the verb-based noun katselu, meaning that something is currently being looked at or observed. The word often appears in descriptions of objects, works, or activities that are intended to be viewed or that are in the act of being viewed.

Etymology and morphology: Katseluun is derived from the verb katsoa (to look or watch). The noun katselu means viewing or looking, and the inessive suffix -ssa/-ssä turns it into katselussa, indicating location or state of being in the act of viewing. This form is primarily a grammatical construction in Finnish and is used to convey ongoing or current viewing.

Usage and nuance: Katselussa is used to describe that an item or scene is in the state of being viewed, appreciated, or observed. It can apply to artworks, exhibitions, films, or other objects designated for public viewing. The exact nuance depends on context; it can mean that something is currently in view, or that it is in a phase where it is meant to be looked at. In some cases it can be synonymous with “on display” or “in view,” though Finnish speakers may prefer terms like esillä or nähtävillä in more common display contexts.

See also: Katselu, katsoa, esillä, nähtävillä.