kohtulikkus
Kohtulikkus is an Estonian noun formed from koht, meaning place, and the suffix -likkus, which denotes a quality or state. In discourse, kohtulikkus refers to the degree to which something is rooted in, or shaped by, a specific locale. The term is used to discuss how well practices, objects, or ideas align with local contexts, knowledge, and identities.
Kohtulikkus describes place-based relevance and authenticity. It encompasses aspects such as local materials, traditions, knowledge, and
In cultural geography and urban planning, kohtulikkus highlights the importance of place-specific design, governance, and community
Kohtulikkus is related to the broader idea of localism but is not identical to it. While localism
Localism, place-based education, cultural geography, localization.