kokkuvõtvalt
Kokkuvõtvalt is an Estonian adverb meaning “in summary” or “briefly.” It is used to introduce a concise restatement of information that has been presented or to signal a conclusion drawn from it. The word helps mark a shift from detail to an overarching takeaway and is commonly found in both spoken and written Estonian.
Etymology and form: Kokkuvõtvalt is derived from the verb kokkuvõtta/kokkuvõtma, meaning “to summarize,” with the adverbial
Usage: The adverb is versatile but most often appears at the beginning of a sentence or clause
Nuances: Kokkuvõtvalt emphasizes the manner of summarization—the act of presenting a condensed overview—whereas kokkuvõttes tends to
- Kokkuvõtvalt võib öelda, et projekt on edukas.
- Kokkuvõtvalt käis raport läbi kolm peamist põhjust, miks eesmärk ei õnnestunud.
Related terms: The noun kokkõvõte means a summary, while other forms related to summarizing exist (e.g., kokkuvõtmine)