yhteenvetotiedot

Yhteenvetotiedot is a Finnish term meaning summary data or summary information. It refers to data that condenses larger datasets or reports into key figures, metrics, or statements intended to give a quick overview. In Finnish administrative, statistical, and research contexts, yhteenvetotiedot are used to summarize results without presenting all raw data. They may include measures such as sample size, central tendency (mean, median), dispersion (range, standard deviation), and notable outcomes or trends. The exact content depends on the field; for example, a survey report might list yhteenvetotiedot as the number of respondents, response rate, average score, and the main observed patterns.

Etymology: the word is a compound of yhteenveto (summary) and tiedot (data/information). The form yhteenvetotiedot is typically plural and used to refer to the compiled summary data from a study or report. The singular is often yhteenvetotieto, or the compound is treated as a mass noun in everyday language.

Usage: Common in official documents, statistical releases, datasets, and dashboards where a concise snapshot is required. Yhteenvetotiedot complement the full dataset by enabling quick interpretation, reporting to stakeholders, or decision-making. They should be clearly defined, reproducible, and derived from transparent aggregation rules to preserve reliability.

See also: yhteenveto, tiivistelmä, tilastotiedotteet, dataraportti.