kukieltöön
Kukieltöön is a term used in Finnish-language linguistics to refer to a hypothetical articulatory mechanism involving the tongue that is discussed in experimental phonetics and language pedagogy. It is not a widely standardized concept and may appear in niche glossaries or teaching materials.
Etymology and origin of the term are unclear. The word appears to be a neologism formed from
Definition and scope. The term denotes an imagined or instructional tongue placement or movement intended to
Usage and relevance. In language teaching and some experimental discussions, kukieltöön may be invoked to help
See also: Tongue, Articulatory phonetics, Phonetics pedagogy. References to kukieltöön are typically found in private notes,