kirjoitelman

Kirjoitelma is a short written assignment common in Finnish language education, typically described as a composition or essay. The term comes from the verb kirjoittaa (to write) and the suffix telma, which signals a product or result of an action. In grammar, kirjoitelman is the genitive form used to show possession or relation, as in phrases like kirjoitelman pituus (the length of the essay) or kirjoitelman ohjeet (the instructions for the essay).

In educational use, kirjoitelma serves to assess a student’s ability to express ideas in writing, organize thoughts, and use appropriate language. Types can include descriptive, informative, narrative, or argumentative pieces. A typical assignment invites a clear structure, such as an introduction, a main section with developing points, and a conclusion. Students are often guided to present a central idea, support it with details, and maintain coherence and cohesion throughout the text.

Length and requirements for kirjoitelma vary by grade level and classroom policy. Younger students may write short compositions of a few hundred words, while older students may be asked for longer, more developed essays with tighter argumentation and more precise language. Assessment criteria commonly address clarity, logical organization, vocabulary and grammar, adherence to the topic, and the overall persuasiveness or expressiveness of the writing.

The concept translates to English as “essay” or “composition.” The genitive form kirjoitelman is frequently encountered in Finnish texts to indicate something belonging to or related to the essay.