kerrova

kerrova is a Finnish linguistic term describing the active present participle of the verb kertoa, used as an adjective meaning telling or narrating. In Finnish grammar, participles can function as adjectives, and kerrova is typically used in attributive position to modify a noun, for example kerrova tarina meaning a telling story or kerrova sävy meaning a narrative tone. The form is most common in literary or descriptive contexts and is comparatively rare in everyday speech.

Etymology and form: kerrova is formed from kertoa with the present active participle suffix -va (or -vä), producing a word that conveys ongoing or characteristic action. It belongs to the family of -va adjectives derived from verbs, such as puhuva (speaking) and kirjoittava (writing). The word is not a separate finite verb but a participial form used to describe manner or quality.

Usage and notes: kerrova conveys that something tells in a particular way, adding a narrative or informative dimension to the noun it modifies. It is commonly found in literary analysis, stylistic descriptions, or glossaries. When translating, it is often rendered as "telling" or "narrative." See also kertoa, kertomus, puhuva, kirjoittava.