viittaudu
viittaudu is a Finnish verb that translates to "refer to" or "cite" in English. It is commonly used in academic and formal contexts to indicate where information has been obtained. When a writer uses viittaudu, they are acknowledging the source of their data, ideas, or quotations. This practice is crucial for academic integrity, allowing readers to verify information and explore the original sources further.
The verb can be conjugated in various tenses and moods, such as viittaan (I refer to), viittasi