kunnianosoituksena

Kunnianosoituksena is a Finnish adverbial phrase meaning “as a tribute” or “in homage to.” It is used to indicate that an action, work, or event is carried out to honor or commemorate a person, group, or achievement. The phrase commonly appears in formal writing, such as program notes, press releases, or memorial statements.

The term is derived from kunnianosoitus, a noun meaning tribute or homage. The suffix -na/-nÄ marks the function or role, producing kunnianosoituksena with the sense of performing something in that capacity. In English, it is typically translated as “as a tribute” or “in homage to.”

Usage and context: kunnianosoituksena is often employed to describe cultural, ceremonial, or memorial acts intended to recognize someone’s contributions or memory. It can modify a noun phrase or accompany a clause, for example in public announcements, exhibitions, concerts, or publications dedicated to a person or cause.

Examples:

- Kappale julkaistiin kunnianosoituksena kuolleelle säveltäjälle.

- Konserttiohjelmisto sisälsi teoksen kunnianosoituksena pitkäaikaiselle johtajalle.

See also:

- kunnianosoitus (tribute, homage)

- muisto, memorial concepts

- hommage (loanword in Finnish contexts)