semanttisissa

Semanttisissa is a Finnish term used in linguistic and philosophical discussions to refer to matters relating to semantics, the study of meaning in language. The word is formed from semanttinen (semantic) with the suffix -inen and is commonly inflected to semanttisissa in contexts where the meaning or discussion is situated within a broader topic. It functions as a locational or thematic marker, roughly translating to “in semantics” or “in semantic contexts.”

In usage, semanttisissa contexts are those parts of discourse where the focus is on meaning rather than form, reference, or pragmatics. The phrase appears in academic writing, editorial discussion, and everyday language when distinguishing meaning-related aspects from other linguistic layers. Typical constructions include semanttisissa tutkimuksissa (in semantic studies) or semanttisissa keskusteluissa (in semantic discussions).

Etymology and morphology: semanttisissa is derived from the root semantt- (related to semantics) combined with the standard Finnish adjective suffix -inen and the inessive plural ending -issa, signaling location or focus within a discussion or activity.

Impact and scope: semanttisissa serves as a useful label for narrowing attention to meaning-related questions, such as sense, reference, truth conditions, or contextual interpretation, without prescribing a distinct field of study. It commonly co-occurs with other domains of linguistics and philosophy of language, reflecting the interdisciplinary nature of semantic analysis.

See also: semantics, semantiikka, philosophy of language, linguistic meaning.