lukuvarre

Lukuvarre is a term used in some Finnish contexts, particularly in older or more specialized literature, to refer to a page number or a reference number. It is a compound word derived from "luku" meaning "number" or "reading," and "varre" which can be interpreted as a stem, root, or base. Essentially, it signifies the point or location of a specific item within a numbered sequence, most commonly pages in a book or document.

The concept of lukuvarre is analogous to modern page numbering systems. When an author or researcher refers to a specific point in a text, they might cite the lukuvarre to guide the reader to that precise location. This usage is not as common in everyday Finnish as standard terms like "sivu" (page) or "kohta" (point/item). However, understanding lukuvarre can be helpful when encountering older texts or technical documents that might still employ this terminology. Its function is purely locational, aiming for clarity and precision in referencing information.