kuvatarkoituksella

Kuvatarkoituksella is a Finnish term that translates to "for illustration purposes" or "for picture purposes." It is commonly used in contexts where an image, photograph, or visual representation is presented not as an actual depiction of a specific event, product, or person, but rather as a way to visually communicate a general idea, concept, or style.

The phrase often appears in advertising, product descriptions, and news articles. For example, a real estate listing might show a beautiful, staged interior with the disclaimer "kuvatarkoituksella" to indicate that the specific furniture, decor, or even structural elements might not be identical to the actual property being sold. Similarly, a news report might use a stock photo of a protest with the same caption to illustrate the general theme of public demonstration without claiming it's a photo from that particular event.

The purpose of using "kuvatarkoituksella" is to manage expectations and avoid misleading the audience. It acknowledges that the visual content is representative rather than literal. This practice helps to ensure transparency and prevent misunderstandings, particularly when the actual subject matter is subject to change, variation, or is not precisely captured by the chosen illustration. It's a way of saying, "This image helps you understand the idea, but it's not a perfect, factual representation of the specific thing we're talking about right now."