kuulemis
Kuulemis is a term used in Estonian and Finnish languages to denote the act of listening or hearing. It can refer to the cognitive process of listening, as well as to formal procedures in law, governance, or administration in which voices and information are heard and considered. The exact meaning depends on context: in everyday language it means listening attentively; in institutional contexts it denotes a hearing or consultative process.
In administrative and legal contexts kuulemine/hearing is a proceeding where authorities gather information from interested parties,
In social and educational settings, kuulemis denotes active listening as a communication skill: paying attention, understanding,
Challenges include cognitive overload, biases, power dynamics, and language barriers that impede true listening. In formal
Overall, kuulemis encompasses both the personal skill of listening and the institutional practice of listening to